(W) Mo Xiang Tong Xiu (A) Marina Privalova (CA) Ruthle (kkcoocool) (CT) Moo HAPPILY EVER AFTER-AND THEN SOMEA three-way showdown occurs as Jin Guangyao, Wei Wuxian and Lan Wangji, and Nie Mingjue's reassembled fierce corpse converge on the Guanyin Temple. With decades-long schemes finally unveiled, and terrible secrets unearthed, the events of this rain-battered night will decide not just the future of the entire cultivation world-but also that of a love story two lifetimes in the making.Also included in this book are eight short stories about what happens when an epic tale ends but life goes on. From magical incense burners to tense banquets, lotus-pod-hunting and Night Hunts with the juniors, these stories span dawn to dusk and so much more!

(W) Jeff Lemire (A/CA) Andrea Sorrentino THE ACCLAIMED RUN RETURNS! Six years ago, Oliver Queen was marooned on a mysterious island, where the man he had been died...and his new life as Green Arrow began. But as Oliver soon learns, his ordeal was no accident. A new archer?s arrival in Seattle leads Oliver to follow a trail of clues around the world and then back to the island where it all began. Powerful forces believe that Oliver?s destiny remains on the island and want him to return to claim it. But given the chance, will he accept the role that was chosen for him or return to the life he built for himself? Green Arrow?s origin gets twisted inside out in this critically acclaimed storyline from the top-tier creative team of writer Jeff Lemire (Sweet Tooth) and artist Andrea Sorrentino (I, Vampire). Collects stories from GREEN ARROW #17-34, GREEN ARROW #23.1, GREEN ARROW: FUTURES END #1, and SECRET ORIGINS #4.

Hiiragi Utena here, and do I have news for you! Imitatio is Lord Enorme?but I?m sure she?s even more shocked than I am to see my true form. Has she learned her lesson from last time, or will I need to teach it to her all over again? Find out who?s on top in this jam-packed tenth volume!

(W/A/CA) Dave Baker From Eisner Award?nominated writer and illustrator Dave Baker (Mary Tyler MooreHawk, Forest Hills Bootleg Society) comes the collected voyages of the man known only as Halloween Boy?an adventurer without a past and a combatant of the impossible. Working as an archaeologist-for-hire, magical ghost hunter, and super-scientist explorer, Halloween Boy has a simple mission: help those who cannot help themselves. From routine artifact rescues gone wrong to helping the surviving members of an ancient religion enact a cosmic funeral dirge, Halloween Boy finds himself operating as the patron saint of the impossible. And yet, just how long can he win in this never-ending battle before things spiral out of control? When will the dark secrets of the Demon Who Lives finally rear their ugly heads? Find out in the pages of this thrilling compendium! Halloween Boy: Last of the Halloween Boys collects issues #1?5 of Baker's self-published Halloween Boy series for the first time in a premium edition!

(W) Shannon Macdonald and Bill Heckle (A/CA) Shannon Macdonald Shannon MacDonald's artwork of the Beatles, displayed at the Hard Days Night Hotel in Liverpool, England chronicles the history of the Beatles in this profusely illustrated monograph honoring the Fab Four. MacDonald's photo-realistic paintings explore every aspect of the Beatles' musical and artistic journey and adorn each room of the hotel and are a pop culture tour de force.

(W) Benito Cereno (A) Nate Bellegrade, Derek Hunter (CA) Derek Hunter First seen in INVINCIBLE over 15 years ago, Hector Plasm returns! In a world where the dead tell stories, Hector Plasm roams the earth as exorcist, con man, and shaman, confronting the supernatural at every turn. Even ghosts tell stories...and the name whispered in hushed tones over the dying embers of campfires past is that of the drifter, the con man, the shaman, the witch doctor, the exorcist... HECTOR PLASM. Join Hector, a modern-day member of an ancient cult whose duties dictate that he roam the earth to protect the living from the dead (and occasionally vice versa), as he battles ghosts, witches, demons, and even his most physical foe so far?BIGFOOT! Bestselling writer Benito Cereno (Blood & Thunder, Invincible Presents: Atom Eve & Rex Splode) and critically acclaimed artists Nate Bellegarde (Nowhere Men) and Derek Hunter (Pretty Violent, DuckTales, Adventure Time) invite you into a sprawling world of paranormal investigation and hauntings both big and small. Collects HECTOR PLASM: DE MORTUIS one-shot, HECTO

Exploring a new empire! Allen and the No-life Gamers delve deeper than humanity ever was capable: to the Prostia Empire on the ocean floor! In search of Holy Orbs to buff his party and hoping to broker peace between Crevelle and Prostia, Allen takes the form of a merfolk and acts as an ambassador...or so he wants everyone to think. In truth, he wants to catch Beast Crown Prince Beku, who revolted against his nation to claim the throne only to flee when he failed. Are the rumors of the merfolk?s involvement in the rebellion true? Upon reaching Prostia, Allen finds that nothing but problems lurk beneath the water?s surface. All is not well with the once-mighty Prostia Empire. The nation has experienced a rebellion of its own, and much of the imperial family has been killed or put in chains. What in the world happened? Can Allen and his party rescue the survivors? Or is all that awaits them a watery grave?

(W) Masamitsu Nigatsu School life meets underground crime in this quirky action comedy that's like Assassination Classroom meets Nisekoi! The knight in shining armor and heroes vs villains dynamics take on new variations in this story about a reluctant bodyguard protecting his oblivious charge from assassins hired to kill her. Filled with suspense, secrets, and romantic tension, this manga is a surefire recipe to keep readers ravenous for every volume!They have only one goal--to kill Honeko Akabane! One day, Arakuni Ibuki learns that his childhood friend, Honeko Akabane, is being targeted by assassins! Both of them are in Class 3-4 at Sosoji High School, and Ibuki is ordered to protect Akabane for one year. His goal is to ensure that she graduates safely, but he must do so without her realizing it. And so begins his secret life as a bodyguard at school! However, there seems to be more secrets within the so-called Class 3-4...?!

(W) Hideo Yamamoto The ultra-violent tale of a broken killer and his yakuza nemesis that inspired the infamous film. By the author of Homunculus and HIKARI-MAN.Ichi may seem like a spineless weakling-but when the tears start flowing, a terrifying transformation takes place. Driven to his mental breaking point, Ichi becomes an unstoppable force of carnage, unleashing a torrent of violence on his next target. When his destructive path collides with Kakihara, a sadomasochistic yakuza boss with a penchant for pain, it ignites a bloody spiral of chaos, depravity, and unimaginable brutality.From the legendary creator of Homunculus and HIKARI-MAN comes the groundbreaking manga that inspired Takashi Miike's cult classic film-a shocking exploration of wrath, vengeance, and the dark corners of the human psyche.

(W) Nori Gorou Imaizumi lives a life that most high school boys could only dream of! During the day, he attends his classes like any dutiful student, only to return each evening to a home full of hotties! It seems his home has become the go-to hangout for the coolest gyarus in town. From endless gossip fests to snack binges to getting downright physical with his three new housemates, his once-quiet abode is now buzzing with non-stop energy and exciting escapades. Can Imaizumi keep up with the lively antics of his lusty gal pals?

(W) Reida Soragaki This unconventional teen romantic comedy manga features a heartbroken fangirl main lead and a shy easily embarrassed love interest.Because of a heartbreak in her past, high schooler Kirino decided to live more for her idol than for actual boys, but one day a transfer student named Kametani shows up, and he has a somewhat similar vibe to her favorite idol! When Kametani glares at the girls saying, Don't even think about talking to me! on the very first day of transferring to the school, Kirino gets intrigued by him and learns his secret and…?!

The Tournaments in Gideon are approaching their climax, and as the final day arrives, everyone anticipates Figaro will claim the ultimate prize... But the duel champion?s certain victory is suddenly called into question by the unexpected appearance of a Superior who shouldn?t even be in Altar!Meanwhile, Juliet wanders the city and stumbles upon a streamer by the name of ?G.? The two become fast friends, but it seems that this Legendarian content creator came to Gideon with a purpose Juliet may not be too happy about...

(W) Shin'ichi Sakamoto (A) Shin'ichi Sakamoto (CT) Michael Gombos Available in English for the first time comes the direct sequel to Shin’ichi Sakamoto’s (#DRCL Midnight Children) manga series Innocent. The gears of history start to turn! As discontent with the aristocracy begins to grow, a profound upheaval looms.The Sanson family hits a turning point as they enter a new era with the ascension of the new king and the departure of a progenitor. As Louis XVI becomes resolute in his role, Marie Antoinette revels in her royal standing. Meanwhile, restlessness stirs among the commoners as living conditions worsen and food becomes more scarce. Rising from the slums, a group of rebels will seek to abolish the class system by any means necessary. And a familiar character comes face to face with Marie-Joseph with intentions to assassinate the king!This omnibus edition collects volumes 4–6 of the original Japanese manga series.For mature audiences.

(W) Mike Friedrich; Bill Mantlo (A) George Tuska; Herb Trimpe (CA) Al Milgrom Includes the complete “War of the Super-Villains” arc!Iron Man finds himself in the middle of the “War of the Super-Villains,” a multi-part epic that is a highwater mark in 1970s Iron Man storytelling. Mandarin vs. Yellow Claw! M.O.D.O.K. vs. the Mad Thinker! Everyone against ol' Shellhead! Will a visit to the San Diego Comic Con provide the rest our hero needs? It's not all bad guys, though, as Iron Man finds time to team with Daredevil, Man-Thing and the Champions before the title is turned over to writer Bill Mantlo, who upgrades Iron Man's armor and brings back classic characters like Madame Masque while weaving Jack of Hearts into the drama. It's a four-year run of underrated Iron Man classics!COLLECTING: Iron Man (1968) #68-112, Iron Man Annual (1970) #3-4Written by Mike Friedrich, Bill Mantlo & Gerry Conway With Barry Alfonso, Tom Orzechowski, Len Wein, Roger Slifer, Steve Gerber, Archie Goodwin, Jim Shooter, Herb Trimpe & Roger SternPenciled b

(W) Mike Friedrich; Bill Mantlo (A) George Tuska; Herb Trimpe (CA) Jack Kirby Includes the complete War of the Super-Villains arc! Iron Man finds himself in the middle of the War of the Super-Villains, a multi-part epic that is a highwater mark in 1970s Iron Man storytelling. Mandarin vs. Yellow Claw! M.O.D.O.K. vs. the Mad Thinker! Everyone against ol' Shellhead! Will a visit to the San Diego Comic-Con provide the rest our hero needs? It's not all bad guys, though, as Iron Man finds time to team with Daredevil, Man-Thing and the Champions before the title is turned over to writer Bill Mantlo, who upgrades Iron Man's armor and brings back classic characters like Madame Masque while weaving Jack of Hearts into the drama. It's a four-year run of underrated Iron Man classics! Collecting IRON MAN (1968) #68-112 and ANNUAL (1970) #3-4.

(W) Dean Hale (A/CA) Douglas Holgate In this action-packed and heartfelt second original graphic novel in the Iron Man: Mighty Marvel Team-Up series, Iron Man must work with the Incredible Hulk to save a group of innocent monsters from being used for destructionIt?s monster mayhem! When Iron Man looks to connect with the Hulk outside of super heroing, Tony Stark creates a new suit big enough to keep up with Hulk?s desire to smash! But when a group of monsters are unleashed across the world, Stark realizes that all of that smashing might be doing more harm than good. And when it seems like there is more to these monsters attacking at random, Hulk and Iron Man must put their heads together and find out who is really behind these monster attacks and calm the monsters at large!

A multigenerational tale of the heroic Joestar family and their never-ending battle against evil!

(W) Oh!Great Combining futuristic science fiction with ancient religion and tradition, award-winning mangaka Oh!great presents this utterly unique battle for earth through gorgeous, electrifying art unlike anything we've seen before.Two youths--Jin and Gao--lead a seemingly placid existence in the Japanese countryside along with their friends...but in fact they are holy warriors on the frontlines of the battle against armageddon. The coming of the nigh-unstoppable embodiments of catastrophe known as Night has imperiled the entire human race, and only Jin and Gao's ancient ability to call on the power of the gods through dance can stem the tide of destruction.

(W) Yoshie Kaoruhara Opposite sides of the law flirt with danger--and each other--in a tangled web of political intrigue that is fraught with deception and secrets. A suspenseful mystery sure to get the heart racing in more ways than one, perfect for fans of No. 6 and Banana Fish!A productive meeting with President Shindo puts Shiro in a good position to insinuate himself into the chemical company's inner workings. However, his previous endeavor with a black-market broker comes back to haunt him and Ichiro as two assassins end up hot on their tail. With luck on their side, a guardian angel rescues them from a gas explosion, but his involvement could very well spell the end of Ichiro and Shiro's partnership…

(W) Lira Aikawa, Nao Itsuki (A/CA) Berry Star The dog is out of the cage! The Omega Team is starting to get suspicious about Kerberos' plans. What is the 'psi' energy they have to protect with their lives? Can they get out of this dangerous job? Who is the mysterious Nayuta who lives inside of Sakuya? They'll have to figure out the answers while fighting with gunsling cowboys, savage monsters, and even each other!

(W) Sugar Satch ONLY LOOK AT MENow that Minamiya and Kitayama are going to the same college, their relationship takes on a new form. This means that there are plenty of opportunities for the two to spend quality time together, but it also means more chances for jealousy to arise! Minamiya wants to assure Kitayama that he really is the only one for him, but maybe there's some benefits to a jealous boyfriend with a high libido...

(W) Richard Corben; Jan Strnad (CT) Guillermo del Toro Eisner Award Hall of Fame inductee Richard Corben and Jan Strnad’s fantasy masterpiece and long out-of-print Arabian Nights stories finally collected as part of the new Richard Corben hardcover graphic novel library.A drunken Sindbad runs afoul of an evil Djinn, launching him into an epic adventure where, alongside a mysterious (and sensuous) woman, he battles monsters and the living dead to salvage his immortal soul. It’s Sindbad’s final and greatest voyage!Features:Art pages restored by long-time Corben collaborator José VillarrubiaRe-lettered by Nate Piekos of BlambotAn introduction by Academy award-winning filmmaker Guillermo del ToroGorgeous hardcover with a dust jacketWell known for his legendary fantasy underground masterpieces published by Fantagor Press as well as Heavy Metal, Richard Corben’s work has been recognized internationally having been awarded one of the most prestigious recognitions in comics literature the Grand Prix at Angoulême as well having been inducted into the Will

The Nighthawks lie silent as the scion of an evil god cries out before its birth. The gaze of the abyss? The whispers of terror? Are they signs of a boon or a curse? Unfathomable grey eyes are shot with blood as Saint Selena?s ashes darken the land of dreams. As the tragedy unfolds, the glint in the clown?s eye is but a fleeting tear. Fantasies are products of the pen and every story is a deception?

(W) Lee Falk (A/CA) Phil Davis Mandrake the Magician began as a daily strip on June 11, 1934, and whether Lee Falk knew it as a sophomore at the University of Illinois, he was making history. The daily strip ended after a 79-year run, and the Sunday strip, which started in 1935, ran for 68 years. Any fan of comic strips is almost certainly familiar with Falk?s other creation, The Phantom, which started in 1936 and continues to this day. Mandrake the Magician whisked readers to exotic locales (often fictional amalgams of the Orient, the Middle East, India or Eastern Europe) and immersed them in extended narratives with memorable villains and a colorful support cast. The strips presented in this series of reprints feature two staple characters in addition to the master magician: Lothar and Princess Narda (princess of the mythical European kingdom Cockaigne). Lothar appears within the first few days (June 14, 1934), and Narda is introduced in Mandrake?s second adventure. Narda is similar to Flash Gordon?s Dale Arden: beautiful, constantly in need of rescue, and the love interest of o

(W) Peter B. Gillis (A) Kelley Jones; Howard Bender; Rod Whigham (CA) Butch Guice The original years of Marvel's Micronauts saga concludes with this Epic Collection volume!In the aftermath of the Micronauts' all-out war against Baron Karza for the fate of Homeworld, our heroes set out on a new voyage of exploration throughout the Microverse. It's a bold era of sci-fi, with a new creative team at the helm: Strikeforce: Morituri co-creator Peter B. Gillis as writer and future Batman legend Kelley Jones at the drawing board. Commander Rann and his crew, including Marionette, Bug, Biotron and Acroyear, unite with new allies Solitaire and Scion, encounter new civilizations and uncover profound secrets of the universe, most especially the secrets of the Makers. An epic saga that holds a special place in Marvel history concludes here!

(W) Jeff Lemire (A) Jeff Lemire The next volume of the critically acclaimed Eisner-nominated series!Theresa has come a long way since she first returned to the hometown and the family she once tried to forget. But healing is rarely linear, especially when navigating emotional landscapes of the living and those beyond.As fractured relationships come into focus and the emotional weight of her past resurfaces, Theresa is drawn into a deeper reckoning with family, identity, and the spaces we never truly leave behind.This next installment from New York Times–bestselling creator Jeff Lemire is a visually stunning meditation on grief, family, and second chances using his signature blend of raw intimacy and symbolic imagery to capture life’s most fragile moments.Collects Minor Arcana #11–15.

(W) Kazuto Okina, Naoto Tsushima (A/CA) Z-One After the cruel events of the previous volume, Taro decides to continue his journey with Momo through this inhospitable planet. Together with their new canine allies, they must discover the secret to defeat the Oni, which could be related to Taro's lost memories... The turbulent second act of this science fiction fable begins!

(W) CoryxKenshin; Corey Mikell (A) Andrew Gong The Past Hunts Him. The Future Tests Him. VECTOR ONE Awaits.Still haunted by the Leaker he killed, Jabari can’t escape the shadows of his past. Now, he and Team Alpha are summoned to a high-level briefing with NEA’s most ruthless force, the Enforcer Division known only as VECTOR ONE. Within their ranks lurks the infamous HellHound, Wraith, a name whispered with equal parts fear and respect across New Edyn Academy.What begins as a tactical meeting spirals into a shocking emergency training session, a trial by fire designed to push Jabari and Vector One beyond their breaking points. Friendships will be tested, rivalries ignited, and every weakness exposed in a clash that will reshape the balance of power at NEA forever.Presented in a Deluxe Foiled Edition with 4 full color pages, this chapter is a true showcase piece for collectors and fans alike. And the story is only heating up, the adventure continues in Vol. 3, coming soon!

(W) Utako Uguisu Ever get the feeling your cat thinks they're more akin to royalty rather than being your cuddle buddy? See how two prickly kitties rule their humans and home in this purrfect, full-color series!Aloof tabby cat Kijineko doesn't really understand humans, especially his owners, a man and woman who, for some reason, think everything he does is cute. Kijineko's sharp inner monologue reveals the true inner turmoil of the common house cat, a divine creature who is simultaneously worshipped by humans and subjected to their cruel torture tactics, such as being forcibly sniffed. Will he-and equally aloof former stray Kuroneko-ever figure out the humans' goal? Or will something more important, like a piece of pork cutlet or a low-flying cicada, demand their immediate attention?

As the rainy season closes in on the Black Forest, Eizo and his family hurry to renovate their cabin and keep spirits high with Japanese-style cuisine. But their quiet peaceful life is interrupted when a drenched stranger?Anne, princess of the empire?arri

(W) Pat Mills (A) Kevin O'Neill, Henry Flint, Clint Langley (CA) Kevin O'Neill Long regarded as one of the crown-jewel epics from the pages of 2000 AD, at long last Nemesis the Warlock is back in print and better than ever in a brand-new series of definitive editions. The final volume in the Definitive Nemesis the Warlock series sees the cosmic conflict between Nemesis and Torquemada conclude, as they are locked in a struggle with each other which has spanned time and space. Can Nemesis bring down the corrupt regime, and bring peace to the galaxy? And what happens to Purity Brown after the final battle? This volume collects all the stories through to Kevin O?Neill final work on the series in 2016. Written by Pat Mills, this mind-bending volume of Definitive Nemesis features art by Henry Flint (Hawk the Slayer, Judge Dredd), Chris Weston (Paranoid Garden), and Kevin O?Neill (League of Extraordinary Gentlemen, Metalzoic).

(W) Maki Marukido The highly-anticipated, genre-defining omegaverse manga, in English at last! From beloved BL author Maki Marukido (Pornographer) comes a story steeped in secrets, lies, and family drama.Saimon, an omega, is shunned by his husband's family for being unable to bear children. But when his father-in-law tasks him with a special favor, it pushes Saimon to spin a tangled web of deception--all to keep his place in the family.The student council election is finally upon Mamiya, Lily, and Reiko, and not only their futures, but those of Saimon and possibly the entire Hanabusa family, are riding on the outcome. The mood at school is in Lily's favor, but Reiko isn't giving up until the last vote is cast. Then,in the wake of the election, Zenjuro announces who will inherit the headship of the Hanabusa clan, but his choice only further inflames the family's internecine struggles. The alpha and omega members of the family aren't the only ones with agendas, either--Shiba is hiding a secret he's been nursing for decades, one that will rock Saimon's beliefs about his world...

(W/A/CA) Claus Daniel Hermann Pink Monsters is a moving and quiet coming-of-age story and the American comics debut of acclaimed German creator Claus Daniel Herrmann. Frank is fourteen, in the midst of puberty, and slowly but surely realizing that he is gay. Despite his shyness, he is popular at school because of his talent for drawing: All the cool boys want an original drawing of his monsters to hang in their rooms. Meanwhile, Frank?s father is suffering from depression. His illness is so serious that Frank?s mother gives up on traditional medicine and contacts an esoteric healer named Thea. The charismatic woman not only gives his parents new hope, but the emotionally insecure Frank also finds security in her secret knowledge. But when Thea blames Frank?s drawings for his father?s illness and later makes him feel guilty about his sexual orientation, Frank must jeopardize his relationship with his parents in order to truly become himself.

Octavia?s search for a (pretend) lover came right down to the wire. Out of time and options, she had no choice but to claim that her lover was none other than her bodyguard, Klifford. Thankfully he went along with the ruse, and the King seems to have bought it! But her father has a stipulation for acknowledging their relationship: an additional knight must be assigned to guard the pair. With a major political event around the corner, she?ll just have to deal with it, but she sure has mixed feelings. Octavia recalls that, in the original story, the event coincided with a love potion incident?and she?ll do everything she can to avoid it!

THE PROTOPIAS COLLECTION was created in partnership with Kathryn Murdoch and Ari Wallach?s Futurific Studios (PBS?s A Brief History of the Future). Together, AWA and Futurific are championing a storytelling model that merges speculative fiction with grounded optimism, highlighting futures that are not perfect but possible. Coined by futurist Kevin Kelly, ?protopia? represents a world that?s incrementally better, not impossibly idealized. The collaboration between AWA and Futurific Studios continues to expand this vision across storytelling mediums. THE PROTOPIAS COLLECTION collected edition includes all 6 original one-shots and new material. The collected stories and the creative teams behind each include: Polis (Mark Russell & Laci), The Purpose Project (Danny Hogan & Felipe Cunha), Entanglement (Ciara Ni Chuirc, Joshua Lak Kim & Max Von Fafner), Gaya (Kathryn Murdoch, Michael Coast & Keron Grant), AGGIE (Mark Russell & ACO), and Black Moon Ritual (Ytasha Womack & Alitha Martinez).

(W) Yuu Kawasaki (A) soramoti (CT) Yuu Tachibana; Bokutengou A man appears in a world where heroes are detested and must use his skills and body to stay alive in this Mature-rated isekai manga!The captivating Princess Alicia has summoned Shinohara Shinta to another world! Sounds like a dream come true, right? Think again! Beneath her enchanting façade, this princess is as cunning as they come, treating heroes like disposable pawns. But Shinta's newly awakened Hero Skills reveal her sinister plans. Now, with his life hanging by a thread, he must outwit the scheming princess and take control of his destiny… with a seductive twist!

(W) Ryuto (A) Tetsuhiro Nabeshima A PARTY TURNS PERILOUS…The emperor sends Hiro and his crew to the Empire's border with the Belbellum Federation. There, Hiro quickly discovers how tough it is to get along with Count Ixamal, the local imperial authority. That's not the only unpleasant surprise: Before long, Hiro attempts to destroy some space pirates who turn out to have equipment way more powerful than he counted on!Even attending a party isn't safe under these circumstances, as Hiro learns when he and Serena are kidnapped from one of the count's soirees. Hiro's not exactly unarmed, given his psionic powers, but he's nowhere near mastering said powers yet… Will he really be able to free Serena and himself?!

(W/A/CA) Ryoichiro Kezuka A captivating collection of short stories by Ryoichiro Kezuka that explores the quiet, powerful intersections of music, memory, and everyday life. At the heart of these stories is a young woman working at a small record store in Tokyo. Each story introduces a new visitor to the shop?each with a unique past, a specific record in mind, and an emotional thread waiting to be uncovered. As the needle drops, so do the walls between strangers, revealing bittersweet moments, long-lost connections, and the smooth healing of sound.