Buffy the Vampire Slayer #44 (2002) First Print, Cover A

The Death of Buffy story continues as Willow, Xander, and the gang attempt to fend off an encroaching invasion of black magic lizard wizards. They've come to Sunnydale to resurrect an old friend and to tear the Slayer's pretty little guts out. Unfortunately for them, Buffy and her guts are six feet under. Unfortunately for Buffy's pals, these reptiles are willing to settle for the guts of the Slayer's friends and family. Written by Tom Fassbender and Jim Pascoe, the dastardly duo who brought Buffy fans the False Memories and Out of the Woodwork storyline. Illustrated by Cliff Richards and Joe Pimentel, the artists who have become the favorite of Buffy fans all over the world.