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Caliber: First Canon of Justice               Hardcover
Writer: Sam Sarkar
Artist: Garrie Gastonny
Colorist: Imaginary Friends Studios
Letterer: Annie Parkhouse
Editor: Dave Elliott
Cover by: Stanley Lau

From visionary writer Sam Sarkar comes a stunning reinvention of the Arthurian legend where the might of the Round Table rides the Old West with guns blazing.

In the far reaches of the Old Pacific Northwest lies a world where lawlessness runs rampant and only a mystical six-shooter forged from the metal of the legendary Excalibur can balance the scales. With Caliber in hand and posse at his side, Arthur must fulfill his destiny as the Lawbringer to defeat evil and restore order to his home.

Collecting the critically acclaimed miniseries that includes never-before seen character and production renderings, a spotlight gallery featuring additional artwork from celebrated artists Luis Royo (Heavy Metal), Tomm Coker (Daredevil) and Dave Wilkins (Marvel Comics Presents), plus a forward and an in-depth interview with creator Sam Sarkar.

Story/Spoilers
In part #1, In the Old American West, Whitefeather is a half-Indian/half-French shaman with tormenting visions of an apocalyptic future where mankind has doomed itself after turning away from the law. He then has a further vision of mankind’s salvation. He sees Arthur, the man who is destined to bring law to the world and the weapon that will bring about this change. A mystically-emblazoned gun, that can only be fired by one man, that will never miss and when aimed will bring down the heavens, firing thunder itself from its barrel. He sets out to find the legendary Caliber.

Next in part #2, Seven years have passed. Arthur returns to Telecoma to reclaim his birthright, escorted by his Uncle and two cousins. Though prosperous, Telacoma is ruled by fear alone and acts of injustice have become an accepted part of everyday life. The shaman Whitefeather, lost and disillusioned with his search for the Lawbringer, still clings to the hope of finding the man whose destiny it is to wield the gun, Caliber.

Next in part #3, After gunning down Talbot’s men, Arthur has fled Telacoma with Whitefeather in search of help and safe haven from the town overlord. Every hired gun has been sent to hunt Arthur down, but after weeks there has still been no success. With a price on their heads, Talbot has taken the matter in his own hands and locates the one man who is known around town for having the fastest draw and deadliest shot, Lance Lake. Now with Lance on their trail, it is only a matter of time before the duo are laid to rest in the cold white blanket of the snowy Telacoma countryside. With the cards clearly not stacked in their favor, do Arthur and Whitefeather stand a chance?

Next in part #4, Talbot is determined to crush the revolution stirring in Telacoma and sets things in motion aimed to bring about Arthur’s death. Finding events unfolding beyond his control, Whitefeather himself triggers the beginning of the end when he makes a fatal mistake.

Finally in part #5, Having survived the train ambush, Arthur, Whitefeather, and Lance band together to rescue the remaining miners. The group then travel back to take care of some unfinished business with their nemesis and Telacoma’s overlord, Talbot Leary.

Hardcover reprints/collects: Caliber (2008) Issues #1-5.  Radical Books

Hardcover is bagged and will be carefully / securely packaged then shipped via USPS Priority Mail to ensure that it arrives to you perfectly and quickly. 

First Printing
Publisher: Radical Books
Publication Date: December 2008
Format: FC, 176 pages, HC, 11.25″ x 7.25″
ISBN-10: 0980233526
ISBN-13: 9780980233520

Collectible Entertainment note: Hardcover is Brand New & Unread.  Very Fine + condition.  Beautiful!  Please See Scans!!  A must have for any serious Old Western and/or King Arthur collector / enthusiast.  A fun & entertaining read.  Recommended.

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