{"product_id":"crossed-badlands-52-avatar-press-2014","title":"Crossed: Badlands # 52 (Avatar Press 2014) Wrap Cover Variant","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel tutor-markdown-rendering enable-updated-hr-color\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_bacd50f53884a29c\" aria-live=\"polite\" aria-busy=\"false\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eCrossed: Badlands #52 (Avatar Press 2014): Miguel Ruiz Wraparound Variant\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCrossed: Badlands #52 continues the \"senses-shattering\" descent into madness that has defined the series, and the Wraparound Variant offers the most \"mind-blowing\" view of the apocalypse.\u003c\/b\u003e As the \"weird and twisted\" reality of the Crossed infection spreads, this variant captures the \"stupefying\" scale of the chaos. At \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"319\"\u003eWhite Dragon Comics\u003c\/b\u003e, we secure these \"investment-grade\" Avatar Press variants to ensure the \"visual fluidity\" of this brutal world is preserved for your collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eThe \"Mind-Bending\" Wraparound Variant\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThe \"Wraparound\" format is a hallmark of Avatar Press, allowing artist \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"71\"\u003eMiguel Ruiz\u003c\/b\u003e to use the entire cover—front and back—to create a single, \"senses-shattering\" panoramic scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Visual:\u003c\/b\u003e This cover features a \"pulsating\" and expansive illustration of the \"weird and twisted\" Crossed in their natural, depraved state. The \"visual fluidity\" of the design emphasizes the \"mind-blowing\" and relentless nature of the threat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtistic Impact:\u003c\/b\u003e By utilizing the full canvas, Ruiz captures the \"stupefying\" scale of the global collapse, making this an \"investment-grade\" centerpiece for any serious mature-readers collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCollector Status:\u003c\/b\u003e Wraparound variants are \"must-have\" items for fans of the \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"76\"\u003eCrossed\u003c\/i\u003e universe, providing a \"senses-shattering\" visual definitive of the series' uncompromising tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eIssue Summary: \"Gorge\" Part 3\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eIn this \"senses-shattering\" chapter by writer \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"46\"\u003eSimon Spurrier\u003c\/b\u003e, the survivors face \"weird and twisted\" challenges in a world where humanity is a distant memory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Descent:\u003c\/b\u003e The story continues its \"mind-blowing\" exploration of the psychological toll of survival, showcasing the \"stupefying\" lengths individuals will go to for one more day of life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Infected:\u003c\/b\u003e The Crossed themselves are depicted with \"visual fluidity\" in their \"weird and twisted\" behaviors, reminding the reader why this series is the \"senses-shattering\" pinnacle of survival horror.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eA Cold Reality:\u003c\/b\u003e Spurrier delivers a \"mind-bending\" narrative that refuses to offer easy hope, leaving the characters in a \"stupefyingly\" bleak and \"weird and twisted\" predicament.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eCreative Team \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWriter:\u003c\/b\u003e Simon Spurrier\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e Miguel Ruiz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eColorist:\u003c\/b\u003e Digikore Studios\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCover Artist:\u003c\/b\u003e Miguel Ruiz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRelease Date:\u003c\/b\u003e April 2014\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Avatar Press\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRating:\u003c\/b\u003e Mature (MR) – Strictly for adults. Contains extreme violence, gore, and disturbing themes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eVault Search: Key Back Issues\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eSearching for a \"mind-bending\" rarity to complete your collection? Our specialty vault is currently stocked with these \"investment-grade\" favorites:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCrossed: Badlands #1–51:\u003c\/b\u003e Collect the \"senses-shattering\" history of the apocalypse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCrossed: Wish You Were Here:\u003c\/b\u003e The \"weird and twisted\" long-form webcomic series also published by Avatar Press.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIndependent Rarities:\u003c\/b\u003e From \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"27\"\u003eStorm King Comics\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"46\"\u003eAhoy\u003c\/b\u003e, and \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"56\"\u003eImage Comics\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003eWhy Shop at White Dragon Comics?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003eSupporting a local \"Mom \u0026amp; Pop\" shop in the Poconos means your collection gets the \"visual fluidity\" and professional care it deserves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePristine Condition:\u003c\/b\u003e We stock only high-grade, uncirculated copies. 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