*Issue five tackles the subject of comic books, and how they had an incredibly close relationship with the cartoons of the eighties. The main article covers the history of Marvel's Star Comics line, which published numerous comics based on eighties cartoon properties. The first of a lengthy two part Transformers article meticulously delves into the comic books produced both in the UK and the USA. Other comic book articles cover shows such as He-Man and the Masters of the Universe, Spider-Man, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and ThunderCats. Continuing the theme Tom Sito explains how comic books influenced his career, both in storyboarding and directing. Alongside these comic-centric articles are an in-depth history of animation studio DIC, a profile of voice actor Maurice LaMarche, Robert Lamb talks about his first year in animation, Ferris Bueller is transformed into an animated series, and a lot more! Other shows covered include BraveStarr, Galaxy High School, Inspector Gadget, MASK, Robotech, Spider-Man and his Amazing Friends, The Real Ghostbusters, The Smurfs, and Visionaries. Even Battle of the Planets makes a controversial appearance... *Source: cerealgeek.com