Arriving Wednesday 1/10/07
24 NIGHTFALL #3
With one of his team members dead and Serbian police right outside Ellis's door, has Jack Bauer's mission to eliminate the mass murderer Victor Drazen been fatally compromised? As Jack and his team close in on their high-profile quarry, are the forces of their opponent closing in on them? The first-ever 24 miniseries explaining Operation: Nightfall continues. Joe Corroney (Spike vs. Dracula) provides a special variant cover. *Covers will be shipped in a 1-to-1 ratio. *Retailers: See your order form for a special incentive
30 DAYS OF NIGHT SPREADING THE DISEASE #2
While on the trail of the vampire that turned Commander Cobb, an unarmed Agent Michael Henson is confronted by seven mindless vampires fueled only by their insatiable bloodlust. Meanwhile what should be the happiest day in one couple's life will take a very gruesome turn with a wedding that you will not soon forget. Dan Wickline (30 Days of Night: Dead Space) and Alex Sanchez (Doomed) bring you the second part in the latest horrific chapter of 30 Days of Night! Artist Nat Jones again provides an alternate cover. *Covers will be shipped in a 1-to-1 ratio. *Retailers: See your order form for a special incentive
52 WEEK #36
Written by Geoff Johns, Grant Morrison, Greg Rucka, Mark Waid Breakdowns by Keith Giffen Art by various Backup features by Waid and various Covers by J.G. Jones Variant cover on WEEK 35 by J.G. Jones The New Year begins with the deadliest day Metropolis has ever seen - and by the end of the month a villain will stand revealed, a hero will fall in the outer reaches of the galaxy…and the reveal of Supernova will deepen his mysteries even further. WEEK 35: Art by Phil Jimenez & Andy Lanning, plus The Origin of Black Canary by Waid and Howard Chaykin. WEEK 36: Art by Chris Batista & Jack Jadson, plus The Origin of Green Arrow by Waid and Tim Sale. WEEK 37: Art by Patrick Olliffe & Drew Geraci; plus The Origin of Firestorm by Waid and Jamal Igle. WEEK 38: Art by Shawn Moll & Jadson; plus The Origin of Red Tornado by Waid and Phil Jimenez. WEEK 39: Art by Joe Bennett & Ruy Jose; plus, The Origin of Mr. Terrific by Waid and Dave Johnson. Retailers: 52 WEEK 35 will feature two covers that may be ordered separately. Both covers are by J.G. Jones; one copy of the Variant Edition may be ordered for every 10 copies of the Standard Edition ordered. Please see the Previews Order Form for further details. 52: A year without Superman; a year without Batman; a year without Wonder Woman…but not a year without heroes. Week 35 on sale January 3 • Week 36 on sale January 10 • Week 37 on sale January 17 Week 38 on sale January 24 • Week 39 on sale January 31 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US
AGENTS OF ATLAS #6
Written by JEFF PARKER Penciled by LEONARD KIRK Cover by TOMM COKER And now, the showdown that's been building for 50 years: Jimmy Woo and his team go into the heart of the Atlas Foundation and face their oldest enemy. Prepare to learn secrets of The Human Robot and human civilization itself when you enter THE TEMPLE OF ATLAS! 32 PGS./Rated T+ ...$2.99
AMAZING SPIDER-GIRL #4
Written by TOM DEFALCO Pencils and Cover by RON FRENZ As Spider-Girl continues her hunt for Hobgoblin and the lethal legacy of Wilson Fisk, the former Kingpin of Crime, a vicious new player enters the fray: Mad Dog--the bounty hunter who employs the weapons of the former super-villains he's captured. 32 PGS./Rated A ...$2.99
ANGEL AULD LANG SYNE #3
Years of animosity boil over as Angel and Spike go head to head in the brawl to end all brawls through the streets of L.A. What set off this knockdown, drag-out battle, and who's really profiting from it? Written by Scott Tipton (Spike: Lost and Found) with full art and colors provided by David Messina (Angel: Old Friends). Stephen Mooney (CSI: Dying in the Gutters) provides a variant cover, too. Covers will be shipped in a 1-to-1 ratio. Retailers: see your order form for a special incentive
ANT #9
ANT #9 story MARIO GULLY art & cover MARIO GULLY 32pgs, FC September 20 $2.99 'MOVING ON,' Conclusion-Ant and her new friends Caliente and Rundown join forces to take on the Mind Drainer. Cold Burn rises again as the serious opposition. Can Hannah's memories be recovered or are they lost forever? Will Gadget man find a way to retrieve and attach Ant's arm? So many questions, so little time!
ARE WE FEELING SAFER YET A TH INK ANTHOLOGY TP
by Keith Knight The latest collection of single panel cartoons by award-winning K Chronicles cartoonist Keith Knight. This thought-provoking collection tackles political and social issues, often lampooning newsworthy events that concern communities of color. Sharp, topical, edgy, and funny,
BATMAN #662
Written by John Ostrander Art by Tom Mandrake Cover by Gregory Lauren The creative team of writer John Ostrander and artist Tom Mandrake continues the 4-part tale of Grotesk! As a blizzard tightens its hold on Gotham, the monstrous Grotesk engineers a bloody confrontation between the forces of Perun and Johnny Kareoke - with Batman caught in between! The lovely Dr. Amina Franklin holds the key to the mystery, but her silence may seal her fate. On sale January 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
BATMAN CONFIDENTIAL #2
Written by Andy Diggle Art and cover by Whilce Portacio & Richard Friend Part 2 of the 6-part 'Rules of Engagement,' written by Andy Diggle with art by Whilce Portacio & Richard Friend! Batman discovers the malevolent force behind the huge robot that's menacing Gotham City - and it pits Bruce Wayne head-to-head for the first time against the Metropolis mogul Lex Luthor. On sale January 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
BATMAN STRIKES #29
Written by Jai Nitz Art and cover by Christopher Jones & Terry Beatty Introducing…Robin! The Dark Knight's newest partner must join forces with Batgirl to protect Gotham City without Batman at his side. The young'uns will need all their training and instincts if Gotham's going to stand a chance! On sale January 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US
BLADE #5
Written by MARC GUGGENHEIM Penciled by HOWARD CHAYKIN Cover by MARKO DJURDJEVIC CASUALTIES OF WAR tie-in! A Civil War: Casualties of War special self-contained issue! It's claws versus blades as Wolverine takes his VENDETTA to the pages of Blade, written by 'Wolverine: Vendetta' scribe Marc Guggenheim and illustrated by industry legend Howard Chaykin. Plus: A story from Blade's mysterious past! 32 PGS./Rated T+ ...$2.99
BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL #121
Crazy little Döa may have the quickest temper out of all the Ittö-ryü warriors, but this tigress turns into a kitten when she thinks she's lost her beloved Isaku forever. Downstream from their quick, puzzling battle with Edo policemen, Döa and Rin rest for a moment and ponder their next move. Rin finds her relationship with Döa taking an odd turn, and a long journey is about to begin for both of them. Samura finally gives some hints regarding Döa's past before returning us to Manji's cell and the sick experiments being performed by Kagimura's new doctor! • 2006 Eagle Award winner for Favourite Manga Title • Winner of Japan's prestigious Media Arts Award and America's own Will Eisner Award.
CARTOON NETWORK ACTION PACK #9
Written by Sholly Fisch, George Krstic and Jim Alexander Art by Dario Brizuela, John Delaney, Mike DeCarlo and Dan Davis Cover by Matthew I. Jenkins and DeCarlo Ben is faced with not just one but many villains all week long! What's their secret connection? On sale January 10 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US
CRYPTICS #2
'TO HECK AND BACK!' The Cryptics are back with their biggest adventure yet! Follow the boys; Drac, Wolfy, Sea-Boy and Hyde as they combat unearthly forces which threaten to put a crimp in their summer vacation! Written by STEVE '30 Days of Night' NILES with art by BEN 'I luv Halloween' ROMAN, THE CRYPTICS' SECOND ISSUE is creepy, all ages fun for the entire family!
CVO AFRICAN BLOOD #2
The CVO team is infiltrated in the mountains of Ethiopia, during their search for a smuggler of magic and artillica artifacts. Cross, Britt, Bools, and Kraft are high-tech, vampire covert ops... but the Horn of Africa could be the most hostile land in the Earth, and the African Azde vampires just might be too strong for them… *Retailers: See your order form for a special incentive
CYBERFORCE VOL 2 TP
Featuring a never-before seen story by the regular creative team, as well as Cyberforce volume #2, this collection tells the story of Cyberforce's brush with extinction and their rise from the ashes. New pages bridge the gap between the Cyberforce #0 story by Marc Silvestri and the 6 issue series by Ron Marz and Pat Lee. Just in time for Cyberforce's 14th birthday, this trade unlocks secrets of the team's rebirth!
DRAGONLANCE CHRONICLES VOL 2 #4
Writers: Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman Adapted by: Andrew Dabb Artist: Steve Kurth Cover Artist: A - Steve Kurth Cover Artist: B - Tyler Walpole The explosive conclusion of Weis' and Hickman's NY Time Bestelling Dragons of Winter Night! Secrets will be revealed. A hero will make the ultimate sacrifice. And the friendship of the Companions will be tested as never before! COVER A-48pgs, FC $4.99 COVER B-48pgs, FC $8.99 (Cardstock cover)
FALLEN ANGEL VOL 2 DOWN TO EARTH TP
Written by Peter David Cover by Brian Stelfreeze Art by David Lopez & Fernando Blanco Peter David's creator-owned series gets a second collection with DOWN TO EARTH, reprinting issues #7-12. The mysterious Fallen Angel continues to protect the city of Béte Noire, but her nemesis Black Mariah is back in town, and she's hunting for the Angel!
FANTASTIC FOUR BOOKS OF DOOM TP
Written by ED BRUBAKER Penciled by PABLO RAIMONDI Cover by PAOLO RIVERA From the black steppes of Eastern Europe, to the college campuses of New York City, and finally to the throne of Latveria - this is the life of Von Doom! From his earliest disasters to his scientific triumphs to the tragedy of the fractured man he would become, this is the story you know, and the one you don't. The story of the missing years and the journey that shaped the man who would be king. An epic Russian tragedy in comic form, this is unlike any Doom story you've ever seen. Five-time Eisner-nominated Best Writer Ed Brubaker turns his shadowy vision to Marvel's greatest villain, Victor Von Doom. With the phenomenal art of Pablo Raimondi, you will witness Doom's life from his earliest moments to the day he took the throne of Latveria. A dark and revealing examination of how an innocent boy grows up to be a tyrant - a new twist on an old legend - Books of Doom is a sweeping epic of tragedy, madness and destiny! Collecting BOOKS OF DOOM #1-6. 144 PGS./Rated T+ ...$14.99 ISBN: 0-7851-1704-0
FRIDAY THE 13TH #2
Written by Jimmy Palmiotti & Justin Gray Art by Adam Archer & Peter Guzman Cover by Ryan Sook The terrifying new series continues as the local authorities ponder what led to the tragic events at Camp Crystal Lake…and the story unfolds in the sedated mind of the lone survivor, Sally. What secrets are harbored by the woods and lake, and what brought Jason back? On sale January 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
FRIENDLY NEIGHBORHOOD SPIDER-MAN #16
Written by Peter David Pencils and Cover by SCOT EATON There was a time when Deborah Whitman was falling for Peter Parker. Now, he's falling for her-to his death, that is! It's chaos in the sky, and spiders can't fly… especially when they have the Vulture to worry about! Can Spider-Man make amends with Deborah before his extensive list of enemies grows by one? And what role does (extra) ex-flame Betty Brant play in the proceedings: friend or foe? 32 PGS./Rated A …$2.99
FULLMETAL ALCHEMIST VOL 11 TP
by Hiromu Arakawa Ed returns to Resemboul and meets his father, Hohenheim, for the first time in many years. Although his father is happy to see him, Ed harbors feelings of resentment. However, anger gives way to intrigue as Ed and Al discover a fact about the human transmutation ritual they attempted years before. What they thought was a partial resurrection of their mother was something else entirely - a revelation that could change their destiny forever. Rating: T
GEN 13 #4
Written by Gail Simone Art and cover by Talent Caldwell & Matt 'Batt' Banning Variant cover by Neil Googe Following the harrowing events of GEN13 #3, learn the fate of the re-captured team member! Will the other Gen13ers come together save their fallen comrade, or will they go their separate ways? Retailers: This issue will feature 2 covers that may be ordered separately. The Standard Edition cover is by Talent Caldwell & Matt 'Batt' Banning; one copy of the Variant Edition, with a cover by Neil Googe, may be ordered for every 10 copies of the Standard Edition ordered. Please see the Previews Order Form for further details. On sale January 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
GHOST RIDER VOL 1 VICIOUS CYCLE TP
Written by DANIEL WAY Penciled by JAVIER SALTARES & MARK TEXEIRA Cover by MARC SILVESTRI Once upon a time, Johnny Blaze made a deal with the Devil - and to no one's surprise but his own, he got shafted. Now trapped in hell, with the Spirit of Vengeance bonded to his immortal soul and weighing him down, Johnny may have finally found a way out. But at what cost? From the depths of Hell to the glittering spires of Heaven, the Ghost Rider rides again, blazing new trails and dispensing fiery vengeance in his wake. The demonic team of Daniel Way, Mark Texeira and Javier Saltares reunite to put ol' Flamehead back in the saddle where he belongs. Ready or not, here he comes! Collecting GHOST RIDER #1-5. 120 PGS./Rated T+ ...$13.99 ISBN: 0-7851-2296-6
GI JOE AMERICAS ELITE #19
Author: Mike O'Sullivan Artist(s): Tim Seeley & Mike Bear Cover Artist: Tim Seeley The incredible events of the last few issues have left lives in disarray… most of all, GENERAL PHILIP REY! Sending him in a desperate search for the truth of his past, and the only person he can turn to for help is DUKE - a man that has every reason to hate Rey! Plus - you've demanded it: the personal lives of the team! 32pgs, FC $2.99
GODLAND #15
BOOK FIFTEEN: O SISTER, WHERE ART THOU? Neela Archer is lost somewhere in the cosmos… and her transformative experiences are just beginning! Meanwhile on Earth, the corridors of power are now conspiring against Adam Archer. Will they make a move against humanity's evolutionary emissary? And who the hell is THE SAVAGE STING?! GØDLAND IS THE NEW VIOLENCE!
GREEN ARROW #70
Written by Judd Winick Art and cover by Scott McDaniel & Andy Owens Brick takes sides with the Red Hood rather than hand over any territory to the out-of-town mobster - leading the two to a face-to-face showdown with Green Arrow and Batman! On sale January 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
GREEN LANTERN CORPS #8
Written by Keith Champagne Art and cover by Patrick Gleason & Prentis Rollins Undercover alongside teammates Von Daggle and R'amey Holl on the Dominion Homeworld, Guy Gardner grapples with the moral implications of being ordered to kill for the Corps. Plus, the squad finds itself facing off against a Dominator unlike any it's ever encountered before. On sale January 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
HELLSTORM SON OF SATAN #4
Written by ALEXANDER IRVINE Penciled by RUSSELL BRAUN Cover by ARTHUR SUYDAM 'EQUINOX' PART 4 With otherworldly figures breathing down his neck, the key to Daimon Hellstorm's survival sits shriveled in a little glass jar, waiting to be reunited with its host. All the Son of Satan needs is needle and thread, and to take the biggest gamble of his life. God help us if he rolls craps. This is The Son of Satan as you've never seen him before, brought to you by acclaimed novelist Alexander Irvine (The Narrows), with searing art by Russell Braun (Animal Man) and Klaus Janson. 32 PGS./Explicit Content …$3.99 THERE IS A STRICT NO OVERPRINT POLICY ON ALL MAX TITLES PLEASE CHECK YOUR ORDERS AND PLACE THEM BY THE FOC
INU YASHA VOL 28 TP
by Rumiko Takahashi Trapped inside the holy shield of Mount Hakurei, Inuyasha's demonic power has been stripped away, leaving him vulnerable. Will Miroku's wind tunnel prove strong enough to break the barrier and free Inuyasha? And will Inuyasha's strength be enough to defeat the leader of the Band of Seven, who has absorbed the Shikon shards from his fallen comrades and become an even more formidable foe? Rating: T+
JANES WORLD OMNIBUS VOL 1
by Paige Braddock This 432-page book collects the first three volumes of Jane's World into one handy size. This book will give readers a full introduction to the cast and crew of the Eisner Nominated, comic series, Jane's World. See the characters and story lines evolve and get ever more humorous and complicated. Alien abductions, vegan Amazons, Elvis impersonators, Jane Bond, and feisty ex-girlfriends all collide to make this a collection not to be missed.
JSA CLASSIFIED #21
Written by Walter Simonson Art and cover by SImonson Continuing the 4-part story by Walter Simonson that started in December's HAWKGIRL #59! In JSA CLASSIFIED #21, find out where Hawkman's been since Hawkgirl returned to Earth, while the breakout of several high-powered prisoners of the Rann-Thanagar War brings Hawkman's involvement in the war to its premature conclusion. Part 3 of this epic tale ships two weeks later in issue #22! Struggling to defeat the powerful person behind the Rann-Thanagar prison break brings Hawkman and Hawkgirl back together after more than a year apart…and forces them into a situation that could turn the tide in the epic war! Issue #21 on sale January 10; issue #22 on sale January 31 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
JUSTICE SOCIETY OF AMERICA #2
Written by Geoff Johns Art by Dale Eaglesham & Art Thibert Cover by Alex Ross Variant cover by Eaglesham The new adventures of America's greatest super-team continue! After a deadly arrival at their new headquarters, the JSA must discover who's hunting down their descendants. Will the youngest member, Cyclone, be the next victim? Retailers: This issue will feature two covers that may be ordered separately. The Standard Edition cover is by Alex Ross; one copy of the Variant Edition, with a cover by Dale Eaglesham, may be ordered for every 10 copies of the Standard Edition ordered. Please see the Previews Order Form for further details. On sale January 3 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
MAGICIAN APPRENTICE #5
Written by RAYMOND E. FEIST Adapted by MICHAEL AVON OEMING & BRYAN J.L. GLASS Penciled by RYAN STEGMAN Cover by BRETT BOOTH The Riftwar has begun! Magician apprentice Pug may have lost his mentor as Kulgan, the Master Magician of Crydee, lies wounded by a strange attack from the Tsurani invaders. But more exciting events are about to unfold as Queen Aglaranna and her delegation from Elvandar arrive to discuss the Tsurani threat. Can the elves and the people of Crydee find a way to repel these invaders before they storm into the world of Midkemia… or will they have to send for the distant king's aid as they prepare for all-out war? Adapted from the legendary novel by New York Times bestselling author Raymond E. Feist, MAGICIAN: APPRENTICE is considered by critics to be second only to Tolkien's 'Lord of the Rings' as the premiere epic in fantasy, and this adaptation continues to receive accolades from fans for its faithful retelling of the tale! 32 PGS./Rated T+ …$2.99
MAJESTIC VOL 3 THE FINAL CUT TP
Written by Dan Abnett & Andy Lanning Art by Neil Googe, Diego Olmos, Kevin West and others Cover by Googe Majestic makes his last stand to save the Earth in this collection featuring MAJESTIC #13-17, plus a story from the WILDSTORM WINTER SPECIAL! As the battle for possession of the Planet Engine heats up, Majestic must stand against an overwhelming enemy in a battle for their adopted planet!
MARTIAN MANHUNTER #6
Written by Marc Andreyko Art by Javier Pina & Robin Riggs Cover by Howard Chaykin The miniseries heats up as DC's strongest hero and smartest hero united against J'onn! A mysterious ailment which could only have come from Mars! And a murder committed by one of their own! The finish line is in sight. Will J'onn live to see it? On sale January 10 • 5 of 8 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
MELTDOWN #2
story DAVID SCHWARTZ art SEAN WANG cover CHRIS BACHALO 48 PAGES FC JANUARY 3 $5.99 The Flare's death is rapidly approaching. He's breaking down, both physically and emotionally, and he's got desperate choices to make. See the fi nal moments that prove what a hero could - and should - be, in the stunning, concluding chapter of MELTDOWN. 'The unyielding power of Meltdown leaves the reader thirsting for more, a solid 6 star comic in a 5 star world, and an early Christmas present for comic fans worldwide.' 'Not since Kurt Busiek's Astro City has a comic brought so much impact into the comic book world' -Newsarama.com 'Superhero comics do NOT get better than this.' -paperbackreader.com '5 out of 5 Bullets'-silverbulletcomicbooks.com
MYTHOS GHOST RIDER
Written by PAUL JENKINS Paints and Cover by PAOLO RIVERA A fully-painted recounting of the origins of Johnny Blaze, the man the world knows as the Ghost Rider! What would cause a man to barter his soul with Satan, becoming an unholy Spirit of Vengeance in the process? 32 PGS./Rated A …$3.99
NEW EXCALIBUR #15
Written by FRANK TIERI Pencils and Cover by JAMES CALAFIORE 'UNREDEEMABLE' Juggernaut faces the hardest battle of his life! After trying to stay on the good and narrow, will his quest for strength and power force him back over to the dark side?! And if he does, will his teammates ever be able to look at him the same again?! The surprising conclusion to Frank Tieri's run on New Excalibur! Part 3 (of 3)! 32 PGS./Rated A …$2.99
NEW MUTANTS CLASSIC VOL 2 TP
Written by CHRIS CLAREMONT Penciled by SAL BUSCEMA & BOB MCLEOD Cover by TOM MANDRAKE Nova Roma, a city on the move - back several thousand years! In their earliest adventure abroad, the New Mutants discover a long-forgotten colony of the Roman Empire and an enemy they won't soon forget: Selene the Black Queen! Then, Magma and Magik join the team just in time for war with the White Queen! Featuring the future Warpath and the original Hellions, harbingers of horror and heroism for years to come! Collecting NEW MUTANTS #8-17. 240 PGS./Rated A ...$24.99 ISBN: 0-7851-2195-1 NEW MUTANTS CLASSIC VOL. 1 TPB STILL AVAILABLE! $24.99 (ISBN: 0-7851-2194-3)
NEW X-MEN #34
Written by CHRISTOPHER YOST & CRAIG KYLE Pencils and Cover by PACO MEDINA 'MERCURY RISING' The Facility turned X-23's childhood into a blood-stained nightmare and now they're gunning for the New X-Men. How far will the team go to save one of their teammates, and once they've crossed over into X-23's violent world, is there any coming back? The kids will never look at X-23 the same again as the fallout from X-23: TARGET X continues here. Part 2 (of 4)! 32 PGS./Rated T+ …$2.99
NIGHTLY NEWS #3
story JONATHAN HICKMAN art & cover JONATHAN HICKMAN 32 PAGES FC JANUARY 10 $2.99 'WE DON'T NEED NO EDUCATION' James is inducted into the Brotherhood of the VOICE while the Hand is busy restructuring the drug trade in the local public schools.
OMAC #7
Written by Bruce Jones Art and cover by Renato Guedes The last OMAC is the last no more! A new OMAC has arisen, but where did it come from, and what powers does it have that Mike Costner doesn't? Most important, how will this new OMAC allow Brother Eye to move forward with its plans for human conquest, and can Mike survive this latest threat, or will there really be one OMAC left standing? On sale January 10 • 7 of 8 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
OUTSIDERS #44
Written by Judd Winick Art by Ron Randall & Art Thibert Cover by Matthew Clark One year ago, a fateful meeting between Nightwing and the Red Hood kicked off the events that led to the Outsiders' 'death.' What happened to Arsenal, Shift and Captain Marvel Jr.? Find out as the 3-part flashback 'Pay as You Go' begins! On sale January 3 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
PERFECT DARK JANUS TEARS #5
by Eric Trautmann & Cold FuZion Studios Bounty hunter turned coporate intelligence operative, Joanna Dark continues her lethal hunt through a labyrinth of death and deception, seeking to unmask a traitor within her own organization. Her only chance at identifying the mole is Roarke - a high-tech mercenary who's goal is to collect the price on Jo's head.
PHONOGRAM #4
'MURDER PARK' Phonogram's dark fantasy falls screaming into open horror and blackest satire as David Kohl crosses over into the Memory Kingdom of Britpop. In this very personal hell he sifts through bloody London streets for the clue to his dead mistress' fate. Here Be Monsters… and Kohl isn't out of place.
PUNISHER #43
Written by GARTH ENNIS Penciled by AVALON'S LAN MEDINA Cover by TIM BRADSTREET NEW STORY ARC 'WIDOWMAKER,' PART 1 AND 2 (of 7) Five women, linked by tragedy…and obsession. The Punisher killed their husbands -- put them down like gods -- and shattered their lives. Now they want payback…and they've hatched the perfect plan to get it. To bring the wolf to their door, all they need is bait. 32 PGS. (each)/Explicit Content …$2.99 (each) THERE IS A STRICT NO OVERPRINT POLICY ON ALL MAX TITLES - PLEASE CHECK YOUR ORDERS AND PLACE THEM BY THE FOC.
RUNAWAYS #23
Written by BRIAN VAUGHAN Penciled by ADRIAN ALPHONA Cover by JO CHEN 'LIVE FAST, Part Two of Three' As a new enemy turns Runaway against Runaway, the teen heroes must risk everything to prevent losing another teammate forever. 32 PGS./Rated T+ ...$2.99
RUSH CITY #4
Written by Chuck Dixon Art by Timothy Green II Cover by Jock A mysterious case of a missing twin doubles the danger for Rush when millions of dollars go up for grabs! Diego is up to his wheel wells in double - and triple - crosses, and it's going to take every ounce of horsepower he has to reach the finish line in one piece! Meanwhile, in the shadows, a very powerful man continues his quest to destroy Rush! On sale October 18 • 4 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
SHOWCASE PRESENTS JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA VOL 2 TP
Written by Gardner Fox Art by Mike Sekowsky & Bernard Sachs Cover by Sekowsky & Murphy Anderson Presenting another jam-packed volume full of adventure, collecting JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA #17-36! In this volume, the JLA battles Kanjar Ro, Despero, the Queen Bee, Amazo, Dr. Destiny, and their evil counterparts, the Crime Syndicate of America.
SHRUGGED #4
by Gunnell, Gorder, Sotelo, Mastromauro & Turner You would think that a school pep rally isn't a hotbed of otherworldly action. Think again! While Theo and Kiori try to figure their way out of this latest mess, Dev's about to have the greatest night of his life! But why is Ange so concerned though? And what's up with Theo's hair? All this and more await you as the same creative team of Michael Turner, Frank Mastromauro, Micah Gunnell, Jason Gorder, and Beth Sotelo bring you the next exciting installment of comic's newest hit franchise, Shrugged!
SOULFIRE CHAOS REIGN BEGINNINGS
by David Moran, J.T. Krul, & Marcus To With the finale of Soulfire: Chaos Reign arriving this month, find out where it all began! Previously available only as a convention exclusive issue, Soulfire: Beginnings gives readers a glimpse of where 10,000 years worth of magic came into being. This incredible 7-page story is surrounded by an all new cover featuring a painted cover compilation between series artist Marcus To and Aspen colorist Peter Steigerwald.
SQUADRON SUPREME HYPERION VS NIGHTHAWK #1
Written by MARC GUGGENHEIM Pencils and Cover by PAUL GULACY It had to happen: The ultimate throw-down between the two stars of the smash hits 'Supreme Power' and 'Squadron Supreme:' Hyperion and Nighthawk. But what could draw these two heroes into the biggest of all smackdowns? Nothing less than genocide. In this ripped from the headlines story, Marc Guggenheim (Wolverine, Blade) and comic book legend Paul Gulacy (Master of Kung Fu) explore the real-world tragedy that is going on right now in Darfur, Africa. The most thought-provoking and action-packed book you'll read all year! 32 PGS./Parental Advisory …$2.99
SQUARECAT COMICS SMALL SQUARE & SARCASTIC GN
by Jennifer Omand Squarecat is back! In this new volume of daily diary comic strips, Jennifer Omand continues to chronicle her life using geometric animals as stand-ins for their real life counterparts. With expressive line work and a wry sense of humor, Squarecat Comics finds details in each day that are worth preserving. From a day at the beach to a day at the office, Jennifer captures moments that are sometimes funny, sometimes tender, sometimes sad - but always uniquely Squarecat!
STAR WARS CLONE WARS ADVENTURE VOL 7 TP
Explosive action, white-hot lightsaber battles, evil schemes, and heroic sacrifices-it's all here in this fast-paced volume jam-packed with four wickedly awesome all-ages adventures set in the most exciting era of Star Wars! The fate of the galaxy hangs in the balance, the Republic and Confederacy taking their fight from the cold reaches of space to exotic alien worlds. Don't miss the Jedi make history in their selfless fight for justice in this full-throttle collection of stories all told in the same stripped-down stylization as Cartoon Network's micro-series. • The Clone Wars Adventures series are a top seller, and very kid-friendly, perfect for younger readers. • The stories contained in this book are based on the popular Cartoon Network micro-series and showcase the same visual sensibilities and exciting, stripped down style.
STAR WARS KNIGHTS OF THE OLD REPUBLIC #12
Take fugitive Padawan Zayne Carrick, throw in a big-mouthed con artist, two mysterious refugees, and one grumpy droid and you've got the most unpredictable, fast-paced, just-plain-exciting take on the Star Wars universe since a scoundrel named Solo helped Luke Skywalker blow up the Death Star! For this misfit crew of unlikely heroes, life in the Old Republic is anything by idyllic. Scheming to scrounge up some scratch on the banking world of Telerath, they've run afoul of two bounty-hunting brothers as dangerous to the galaxy as they are to each other. It's going to take more than a lightsaber to get Zayne and his friends out of this one-such as deceits, disguises, and a bit of the good ol' fashioned Force! • The flagship series of Dark Horse's exciting relaunch of its Star Wars publishing line, celebrating the company's twentieth anniversary. • A great starting point for anyone interested in following the Star Wars saga beyond the films. • Every issue contains concise 'story-so-far' information for first-time readers.
STAR WARS LEGACY #7
Lightsaber crashes against lightsaber in a battle between Jedi and Sith that marks a crucial turning point in the fate of the galaxy! The life of a central figure hangs in the balance, triggering Cade Skywalker to make a shocking choice that will challenge everything he's fought so hard to protect, and start him down a path from which he can never return. The stakes are higher than ever before in the Star Wars universe-be there as the future of this epic saga is revealed! • This is the future of Star Wars, the continuation of the story that started in the original trilogy, and none of it has been seen before.
STORMWATCH PHD #3
Written by Christos N. Gage Art and cover by Doug Mahnke Variant cover by Glenn Fabry The members of PHD visit Sin City to train and prep the first PHD force outside of Manhattan. But the true motivation for the trip soon becomes apparent...is the team prepared for the dark secret lurking in the shadows beyond the neon lights? Meanwhile, two members of PHD share a liaison that may be too explosive to stay in Vegas, and the shocking origin of Paris is revealed! Retailers: This issue will feature 2 covers that may be ordered separately. The Standard Edition cover is by Doug Mahnke; one copy of the Variant Edition, with a cover by Glenn Fabry, may be ordered for every 10 copies of the Standard Edition ordered. Please see the Previews Order Form for further details. On sale January 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
STRANGE GIRL #13
Trapped in Hell, Bethany is forced into her own private room where she is forced to face the demons that live in her past. Psychological horror in Hell illustrated by rising star Micah Farritor!
SUPERMAN BATMAN VS ALIENS PREDATORS #1
Written by Mark Schultz Art and cover by Ariel Olivetti It's the battle you've been waiting for in a thrilling 2-issue miniseries by Mark Schultz (Cadillacs & Dinosaurs) with computer-generated painted art by Ariel Olivetti (SPACE GHOST)! They're back! The relentless killing machines known as Aliens and the unstoppable race of hunters called Predators have returned to Earth. But saying 'they're back' isn't quite accurate - Batman discovers that the two races, sealed away from the human population, have been here all along! Can he and Superman get them off our world before they threaten the planet's existence? Co-published with Dark Horse Comics. On sale January 10 • 1 of 2 • Prestige Format • 48 pg (no ads), FC, $5.99 US Edited by Joey Cavalieri
TALES OF THE UNEXPECTED #4
Written by David Lapham and Brian Azzarello Art by Eric Battle, Cliff Chiang and Prentis Rollins Cover by Matt Wagner Batman challenges Gotham's spookiest dead cop in a trial of mayhem and horror! Just wait until Batman learns what tricks of terror lie up the sleeve of…The Spectre! Plus, what are the extradimensional forces that compel Dr. 13 in his pursuit of debunking the impossible? On sale January 10 • 4 of 8 • 48 pg, FC, $3.99 US
THUNDERBOLTS #110
Written by WARREN ELLIS Penciled by MIKE DEODATO Cover by MARKO DJURDJEVIC Variant Covers by LEINIL YU 'Faith in Monsters' Part 1 of 6 Venom, lethal protector! The enigmatic Moonstone! Bullseye, the man who never misses! Songbird, mistress of sound! Chen Lu, the Radioactive Man! Swordsman, master of the blade! The mystery man called Penance! And Norman Osborn, the Green Goblin! They're America's newest celebrities, ready to take to the skies at a moment's notice in pursuit of those secret, unregistered superhumans hiding among us! They're the All-New, All-Deadly THUNDERBOLTS-making the world a safer place for ordinary people one would-be costumed hero at a time! In the wake of CIVIL WAR, Warren Ellis and Mike Deodato present a dark and disturbing take on Marvel's most wanted, where the line between hero and villain is difficult to find-if it exists at all! 32 PGS./Rated T+ …$2.99
ULTIMATE MARVEL FLIP MAGAZINE #21
ULTIMATE FANTASTIC FOUR #21 ULTIMATE X- MEN #21 ULTIMATE MARVEL TEAM-UP #5 (PART 3) 72 PGS./Rated T+ ...$4.99
ULTIMATE TALES FLIP MAGAZINE #21
ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN #40-41 ULTIMATE MARVEL TEAM-UP #6 (PART 1) 72 PGS./Rated A ...$4.99
UTOPIATES #1
In the near future, science is able to distill human personalities into a drug-form. Called Utopiates, these drugs allow users to swap personalities with the 'mental imprints' of other people. Each is a user of Utopiates for their own reasons, but all learn the cost of soul swapping is extremely high. At its core, this series is an unflinching portrayal of human behavior at its most extreme. Issue #1, 'A Moment of Clarity', follows a street kid and his journey down a dark and slippery path.
VERONICA #177
by Dan Parent, George Gladir, & Kathleen Webb 'The Secret of Veronica's Diary': When Veronica's diary accidentally ends up in Reggie's hands, Veronica has a lot of explaining - and apologizing - to do! 'The Art of Doing Nothing': Tired of being overscheduled, Veronica will do everything she can to do nothing! 'Payback Time': The status quo of Veronica and Jughead's tense relationship is upended, as Jughead rescues Veronica from a boorish boy, and Veronica feels obligated to return the favor!
VILLAINS VOL 1 THICK AS THIEVES TP
by Adam Cogan & Ryan Cody Nick Corrigan just hit bottom. He lost his job, he's behind on the rent, and his girlfriend may be having an affair with her boss. But when Nick discovers that his aging upstairs neighbor is secretly the retired supervillian known as 'Hardliner,' he sees an opportunity to turn his luck around.
WELCOME TO TRANQUILITY #2
Written by Gail Simone Art and cover by Neil Googe Variant cover by Karl Kerschl The intriguing new series by Gail Simone (BIRDS OF PREY) and Neil Googe (MAJESTIC) heats up! A funeral is planned for a fallen hero, and it brings out a range of emotions across the entire town. From the surly, formerly villainous locals to his allies and friends, this event will be one for the history books. Amid the happenings, Lindo is piecing together what happened and is looking to bring the murderer to justice - no matter who it is! This issue will feature 2 covers that may be ordered separately. The Standard Edition cover is by Neil Googe; one copy of the Variant Edition, with a cover by Karl Kerschl, may be ordered for every 10 copies of the Standard Edition ordered. Please see the Previews Order Form for further details. On sale January 3 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
WHITE TIGER #3
Written by TAMORA PIERCE & TIMOTHY LIEBE Penciled by PHILIPPE BRIONES Cover by DAVID MACK After putting a beating on Sano and his bloodthirsty Yakuza warriors, White Tiger and Daredevil face the long arm of the NYPD---and its crosshairs. Being a wanted vigilante is a newsflash for Del Toro as she realizes becoming an enemy of the state isn't easy. On top of a visit by everyone's favorite Webslinger, a cold hard rejection by Matt Murdock, and a bruising punch fest with Cobra, Angela learns that divorcing her real-life identity from masked crusading is not as simple as just removing a mask, nor is it all that realistic. And to add it all, Chaeyi and its shadowy activities keep running unchecked with no leads in sight. The only thing that seems to be constant is the indecision, violence, and frustration following White Tiger without pause….welcome to her world. It's about to get much rougher! 32 PGS./Parental Advisory …$2.99
WOLVERINE ORIGINS #10
Written by DANIEL WAY Penciled by STEVE DILLON Cover by JOE QUESADA 50/50 Variant by ARTHUR SUYDAM It all ends-and it all begins-in this issue, featuring both the death of a beloved Marvel character and the debut appearance of a new one: the son of Wolverine! 32 PGS./PARENTAL ADVISORY ...$2.99
WONDER MAN #2
Written by PETER DAVID Pencils and Cover by ANDREW CURRIE 'MY FAIR SUPER HERO' Who is Ladykiller, and how did she come to be? The answers will leave you shocked…as Wonder Man, Beast, and Ms. Marvel try to reconstruct this villain into their ideal of a hero. What could go wrong? It's a battle of wits and willpower-and it's not all fun and games! 32 PGS./Rated T+ …$2.99
With one of his team members dead and Serbian police right outside Ellis's door, has Jack Bauer's mission to eliminate the mass murderer Victor Drazen been fatally compromised? As Jack and his team close in on their high-profile quarry, are the forces of their opponent closing in on them? The first-ever 24 miniseries explaining Operation: Nightfall continues. Joe Corroney (Spike vs. Dracula) provides a special variant cover. *Covers will be shipped in a 1-to-1 ratio. *Retailers: See your order form for a special incentive
30 DAYS OF NIGHT SPREADING THE DISEASE #2
While on the trail of the vampire that turned Commander Cobb, an unarmed Agent Michael Henson is confronted by seven mindless vampires fueled only by their insatiable bloodlust. Meanwhile what should be the happiest day in one couple's life will take a very gruesome turn with a wedding that you will not soon forget. Dan Wickline (30 Days of Night: Dead Space) and Alex Sanchez (Doomed) bring you the second part in the latest horrific chapter of 30 Days of Night! Artist Nat Jones again provides an alternate cover. *Covers will be shipped in a 1-to-1 ratio. *Retailers: See your order form for a special incentive
52 WEEK #36
Written by Geoff Johns, Grant Morrison, Greg Rucka, Mark Waid Breakdowns by Keith Giffen Art by various Backup features by Waid and various Covers by J.G. Jones Variant cover on WEEK 35 by J.G. Jones The New Year begins with the deadliest day Metropolis has ever seen - and by the end of the month a villain will stand revealed, a hero will fall in the outer reaches of the galaxy…and the reveal of Supernova will deepen his mysteries even further. WEEK 35: Art by Phil Jimenez & Andy Lanning, plus The Origin of Black Canary by Waid and Howard Chaykin. WEEK 36: Art by Chris Batista & Jack Jadson, plus The Origin of Green Arrow by Waid and Tim Sale. WEEK 37: Art by Patrick Olliffe & Drew Geraci; plus The Origin of Firestorm by Waid and Jamal Igle. WEEK 38: Art by Shawn Moll & Jadson; plus The Origin of Red Tornado by Waid and Phil Jimenez. WEEK 39: Art by Joe Bennett & Ruy Jose; plus, The Origin of Mr. Terrific by Waid and Dave Johnson. Retailers: 52 WEEK 35 will feature two covers that may be ordered separately. Both covers are by J.G. Jones; one copy of the Variant Edition may be ordered for every 10 copies of the Standard Edition ordered. Please see the Previews Order Form for further details. 52: A year without Superman; a year without Batman; a year without Wonder Woman…but not a year without heroes. Week 35 on sale January 3 • Week 36 on sale January 10 • Week 37 on sale January 17 Week 38 on sale January 24 • Week 39 on sale January 31 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US
AGENTS OF ATLAS #6
Written by JEFF PARKER Penciled by LEONARD KIRK Cover by TOMM COKER And now, the showdown that's been building for 50 years: Jimmy Woo and his team go into the heart of the Atlas Foundation and face their oldest enemy. Prepare to learn secrets of The Human Robot and human civilization itself when you enter THE TEMPLE OF ATLAS! 32 PGS./Rated T+ ...$2.99
AMAZING SPIDER-GIRL #4
Written by TOM DEFALCO Pencils and Cover by RON FRENZ As Spider-Girl continues her hunt for Hobgoblin and the lethal legacy of Wilson Fisk, the former Kingpin of Crime, a vicious new player enters the fray: Mad Dog--the bounty hunter who employs the weapons of the former super-villains he's captured. 32 PGS./Rated A ...$2.99
ANGEL AULD LANG SYNE #3
Years of animosity boil over as Angel and Spike go head to head in the brawl to end all brawls through the streets of L.A. What set off this knockdown, drag-out battle, and who's really profiting from it? Written by Scott Tipton (Spike: Lost and Found) with full art and colors provided by David Messina (Angel: Old Friends). Stephen Mooney (CSI: Dying in the Gutters) provides a variant cover, too. Covers will be shipped in a 1-to-1 ratio. Retailers: see your order form for a special incentive
ANT #9
ANT #9 story MARIO GULLY art & cover MARIO GULLY 32pgs, FC September 20 $2.99 'MOVING ON,' Conclusion-Ant and her new friends Caliente and Rundown join forces to take on the Mind Drainer. Cold Burn rises again as the serious opposition. Can Hannah's memories be recovered or are they lost forever? Will Gadget man find a way to retrieve and attach Ant's arm? So many questions, so little time!
ARE WE FEELING SAFER YET A TH INK ANTHOLOGY TP
by Keith Knight The latest collection of single panel cartoons by award-winning K Chronicles cartoonist Keith Knight. This thought-provoking collection tackles political and social issues, often lampooning newsworthy events that concern communities of color. Sharp, topical, edgy, and funny,
BATMAN #662
Written by John Ostrander Art by Tom Mandrake Cover by Gregory Lauren The creative team of writer John Ostrander and artist Tom Mandrake continues the 4-part tale of Grotesk! As a blizzard tightens its hold on Gotham, the monstrous Grotesk engineers a bloody confrontation between the forces of Perun and Johnny Kareoke - with Batman caught in between! The lovely Dr. Amina Franklin holds the key to the mystery, but her silence may seal her fate. On sale January 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
BATMAN CONFIDENTIAL #2
Written by Andy Diggle Art and cover by Whilce Portacio & Richard Friend Part 2 of the 6-part 'Rules of Engagement,' written by Andy Diggle with art by Whilce Portacio & Richard Friend! Batman discovers the malevolent force behind the huge robot that's menacing Gotham City - and it pits Bruce Wayne head-to-head for the first time against the Metropolis mogul Lex Luthor. On sale January 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
BATMAN STRIKES #29
Written by Jai Nitz Art and cover by Christopher Jones & Terry Beatty Introducing…Robin! The Dark Knight's newest partner must join forces with Batgirl to protect Gotham City without Batman at his side. The young'uns will need all their training and instincts if Gotham's going to stand a chance! On sale January 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US
BLADE #5
Written by MARC GUGGENHEIM Penciled by HOWARD CHAYKIN Cover by MARKO DJURDJEVIC CASUALTIES OF WAR tie-in! A Civil War: Casualties of War special self-contained issue! It's claws versus blades as Wolverine takes his VENDETTA to the pages of Blade, written by 'Wolverine: Vendetta' scribe Marc Guggenheim and illustrated by industry legend Howard Chaykin. Plus: A story from Blade's mysterious past! 32 PGS./Rated T+ ...$2.99
BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL #121
Crazy little Döa may have the quickest temper out of all the Ittö-ryü warriors, but this tigress turns into a kitten when she thinks she's lost her beloved Isaku forever. Downstream from their quick, puzzling battle with Edo policemen, Döa and Rin rest for a moment and ponder their next move. Rin finds her relationship with Döa taking an odd turn, and a long journey is about to begin for both of them. Samura finally gives some hints regarding Döa's past before returning us to Manji's cell and the sick experiments being performed by Kagimura's new doctor! • 2006 Eagle Award winner for Favourite Manga Title • Winner of Japan's prestigious Media Arts Award and America's own Will Eisner Award.
CARTOON NETWORK ACTION PACK #9
Written by Sholly Fisch, George Krstic and Jim Alexander Art by Dario Brizuela, John Delaney, Mike DeCarlo and Dan Davis Cover by Matthew I. Jenkins and DeCarlo Ben is faced with not just one but many villains all week long! What's their secret connection? On sale January 10 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US
CRYPTICS #2
'TO HECK AND BACK!' The Cryptics are back with their biggest adventure yet! Follow the boys; Drac, Wolfy, Sea-Boy and Hyde as they combat unearthly forces which threaten to put a crimp in their summer vacation! Written by STEVE '30 Days of Night' NILES with art by BEN 'I luv Halloween' ROMAN, THE CRYPTICS' SECOND ISSUE is creepy, all ages fun for the entire family!
CVO AFRICAN BLOOD #2
The CVO team is infiltrated in the mountains of Ethiopia, during their search for a smuggler of magic and artillica artifacts. Cross, Britt, Bools, and Kraft are high-tech, vampire covert ops... but the Horn of Africa could be the most hostile land in the Earth, and the African Azde vampires just might be too strong for them… *Retailers: See your order form for a special incentive
CYBERFORCE VOL 2 TP
Featuring a never-before seen story by the regular creative team, as well as Cyberforce volume #2, this collection tells the story of Cyberforce's brush with extinction and their rise from the ashes. New pages bridge the gap between the Cyberforce #0 story by Marc Silvestri and the 6 issue series by Ron Marz and Pat Lee. Just in time for Cyberforce's 14th birthday, this trade unlocks secrets of the team's rebirth!
DRAGONLANCE CHRONICLES VOL 2 #4
Writers: Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman Adapted by: Andrew Dabb Artist: Steve Kurth Cover Artist: A - Steve Kurth Cover Artist: B - Tyler Walpole The explosive conclusion of Weis' and Hickman's NY Time Bestelling Dragons of Winter Night! Secrets will be revealed. A hero will make the ultimate sacrifice. And the friendship of the Companions will be tested as never before! COVER A-48pgs, FC $4.99 COVER B-48pgs, FC $8.99 (Cardstock cover)
FALLEN ANGEL VOL 2 DOWN TO EARTH TP
Written by Peter David Cover by Brian Stelfreeze Art by David Lopez & Fernando Blanco Peter David's creator-owned series gets a second collection with DOWN TO EARTH, reprinting issues #7-12. The mysterious Fallen Angel continues to protect the city of Béte Noire, but her nemesis Black Mariah is back in town, and she's hunting for the Angel!
FANTASTIC FOUR BOOKS OF DOOM TP
Written by ED BRUBAKER Penciled by PABLO RAIMONDI Cover by PAOLO RIVERA From the black steppes of Eastern Europe, to the college campuses of New York City, and finally to the throne of Latveria - this is the life of Von Doom! From his earliest disasters to his scientific triumphs to the tragedy of the fractured man he would become, this is the story you know, and the one you don't. The story of the missing years and the journey that shaped the man who would be king. An epic Russian tragedy in comic form, this is unlike any Doom story you've ever seen. Five-time Eisner-nominated Best Writer Ed Brubaker turns his shadowy vision to Marvel's greatest villain, Victor Von Doom. With the phenomenal art of Pablo Raimondi, you will witness Doom's life from his earliest moments to the day he took the throne of Latveria. A dark and revealing examination of how an innocent boy grows up to be a tyrant - a new twist on an old legend - Books of Doom is a sweeping epic of tragedy, madness and destiny! Collecting BOOKS OF DOOM #1-6. 144 PGS./Rated T+ ...$14.99 ISBN: 0-7851-1704-0
FRIDAY THE 13TH #2
Written by Jimmy Palmiotti & Justin Gray Art by Adam Archer & Peter Guzman Cover by Ryan Sook The terrifying new series continues as the local authorities ponder what led to the tragic events at Camp Crystal Lake…and the story unfolds in the sedated mind of the lone survivor, Sally. What secrets are harbored by the woods and lake, and what brought Jason back? On sale January 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
FRIENDLY NEIGHBORHOOD SPIDER-MAN #16
Written by Peter David Pencils and Cover by SCOT EATON There was a time when Deborah Whitman was falling for Peter Parker. Now, he's falling for her-to his death, that is! It's chaos in the sky, and spiders can't fly… especially when they have the Vulture to worry about! Can Spider-Man make amends with Deborah before his extensive list of enemies grows by one? And what role does (extra) ex-flame Betty Brant play in the proceedings: friend or foe? 32 PGS./Rated A …$2.99
FULLMETAL ALCHEMIST VOL 11 TP
by Hiromu Arakawa Ed returns to Resemboul and meets his father, Hohenheim, for the first time in many years. Although his father is happy to see him, Ed harbors feelings of resentment. However, anger gives way to intrigue as Ed and Al discover a fact about the human transmutation ritual they attempted years before. What they thought was a partial resurrection of their mother was something else entirely - a revelation that could change their destiny forever. Rating: T
GEN 13 #4
Written by Gail Simone Art and cover by Talent Caldwell & Matt 'Batt' Banning Variant cover by Neil Googe Following the harrowing events of GEN13 #3, learn the fate of the re-captured team member! Will the other Gen13ers come together save their fallen comrade, or will they go their separate ways? Retailers: This issue will feature 2 covers that may be ordered separately. The Standard Edition cover is by Talent Caldwell & Matt 'Batt' Banning; one copy of the Variant Edition, with a cover by Neil Googe, may be ordered for every 10 copies of the Standard Edition ordered. Please see the Previews Order Form for further details. On sale January 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
GHOST RIDER VOL 1 VICIOUS CYCLE TP
Written by DANIEL WAY Penciled by JAVIER SALTARES & MARK TEXEIRA Cover by MARC SILVESTRI Once upon a time, Johnny Blaze made a deal with the Devil - and to no one's surprise but his own, he got shafted. Now trapped in hell, with the Spirit of Vengeance bonded to his immortal soul and weighing him down, Johnny may have finally found a way out. But at what cost? From the depths of Hell to the glittering spires of Heaven, the Ghost Rider rides again, blazing new trails and dispensing fiery vengeance in his wake. The demonic team of Daniel Way, Mark Texeira and Javier Saltares reunite to put ol' Flamehead back in the saddle where he belongs. Ready or not, here he comes! Collecting GHOST RIDER #1-5. 120 PGS./Rated T+ ...$13.99 ISBN: 0-7851-2296-6
GI JOE AMERICAS ELITE #19
Author: Mike O'Sullivan Artist(s): Tim Seeley & Mike Bear Cover Artist: Tim Seeley The incredible events of the last few issues have left lives in disarray… most of all, GENERAL PHILIP REY! Sending him in a desperate search for the truth of his past, and the only person he can turn to for help is DUKE - a man that has every reason to hate Rey! Plus - you've demanded it: the personal lives of the team! 32pgs, FC $2.99
GODLAND #15
BOOK FIFTEEN: O SISTER, WHERE ART THOU? Neela Archer is lost somewhere in the cosmos… and her transformative experiences are just beginning! Meanwhile on Earth, the corridors of power are now conspiring against Adam Archer. Will they make a move against humanity's evolutionary emissary? And who the hell is THE SAVAGE STING?! GØDLAND IS THE NEW VIOLENCE!
GREEN ARROW #70
Written by Judd Winick Art and cover by Scott McDaniel & Andy Owens Brick takes sides with the Red Hood rather than hand over any territory to the out-of-town mobster - leading the two to a face-to-face showdown with Green Arrow and Batman! On sale January 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
GREEN LANTERN CORPS #8
Written by Keith Champagne Art and cover by Patrick Gleason & Prentis Rollins Undercover alongside teammates Von Daggle and R'amey Holl on the Dominion Homeworld, Guy Gardner grapples with the moral implications of being ordered to kill for the Corps. Plus, the squad finds itself facing off against a Dominator unlike any it's ever encountered before. On sale January 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
HELLSTORM SON OF SATAN #4
Written by ALEXANDER IRVINE Penciled by RUSSELL BRAUN Cover by ARTHUR SUYDAM 'EQUINOX' PART 4 With otherworldly figures breathing down his neck, the key to Daimon Hellstorm's survival sits shriveled in a little glass jar, waiting to be reunited with its host. All the Son of Satan needs is needle and thread, and to take the biggest gamble of his life. God help us if he rolls craps. This is The Son of Satan as you've never seen him before, brought to you by acclaimed novelist Alexander Irvine (The Narrows), with searing art by Russell Braun (Animal Man) and Klaus Janson. 32 PGS./Explicit Content …$3.99 THERE IS A STRICT NO OVERPRINT POLICY ON ALL MAX TITLES PLEASE CHECK YOUR ORDERS AND PLACE THEM BY THE FOC
INU YASHA VOL 28 TP
by Rumiko Takahashi Trapped inside the holy shield of Mount Hakurei, Inuyasha's demonic power has been stripped away, leaving him vulnerable. Will Miroku's wind tunnel prove strong enough to break the barrier and free Inuyasha? And will Inuyasha's strength be enough to defeat the leader of the Band of Seven, who has absorbed the Shikon shards from his fallen comrades and become an even more formidable foe? Rating: T+
JANES WORLD OMNIBUS VOL 1
by Paige Braddock This 432-page book collects the first three volumes of Jane's World into one handy size. This book will give readers a full introduction to the cast and crew of the Eisner Nominated, comic series, Jane's World. See the characters and story lines evolve and get ever more humorous and complicated. Alien abductions, vegan Amazons, Elvis impersonators, Jane Bond, and feisty ex-girlfriends all collide to make this a collection not to be missed.
JSA CLASSIFIED #21
Written by Walter Simonson Art and cover by SImonson Continuing the 4-part story by Walter Simonson that started in December's HAWKGIRL #59! In JSA CLASSIFIED #21, find out where Hawkman's been since Hawkgirl returned to Earth, while the breakout of several high-powered prisoners of the Rann-Thanagar War brings Hawkman's involvement in the war to its premature conclusion. Part 3 of this epic tale ships two weeks later in issue #22! Struggling to defeat the powerful person behind the Rann-Thanagar prison break brings Hawkman and Hawkgirl back together after more than a year apart…and forces them into a situation that could turn the tide in the epic war! Issue #21 on sale January 10; issue #22 on sale January 31 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
JUSTICE SOCIETY OF AMERICA #2
Written by Geoff Johns Art by Dale Eaglesham & Art Thibert Cover by Alex Ross Variant cover by Eaglesham The new adventures of America's greatest super-team continue! After a deadly arrival at their new headquarters, the JSA must discover who's hunting down their descendants. Will the youngest member, Cyclone, be the next victim? Retailers: This issue will feature two covers that may be ordered separately. The Standard Edition cover is by Alex Ross; one copy of the Variant Edition, with a cover by Dale Eaglesham, may be ordered for every 10 copies of the Standard Edition ordered. Please see the Previews Order Form for further details. On sale January 3 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
MAGICIAN APPRENTICE #5
Written by RAYMOND E. FEIST Adapted by MICHAEL AVON OEMING & BRYAN J.L. GLASS Penciled by RYAN STEGMAN Cover by BRETT BOOTH The Riftwar has begun! Magician apprentice Pug may have lost his mentor as Kulgan, the Master Magician of Crydee, lies wounded by a strange attack from the Tsurani invaders. But more exciting events are about to unfold as Queen Aglaranna and her delegation from Elvandar arrive to discuss the Tsurani threat. Can the elves and the people of Crydee find a way to repel these invaders before they storm into the world of Midkemia… or will they have to send for the distant king's aid as they prepare for all-out war? Adapted from the legendary novel by New York Times bestselling author Raymond E. Feist, MAGICIAN: APPRENTICE is considered by critics to be second only to Tolkien's 'Lord of the Rings' as the premiere epic in fantasy, and this adaptation continues to receive accolades from fans for its faithful retelling of the tale! 32 PGS./Rated T+ …$2.99
MAJESTIC VOL 3 THE FINAL CUT TP
Written by Dan Abnett & Andy Lanning Art by Neil Googe, Diego Olmos, Kevin West and others Cover by Googe Majestic makes his last stand to save the Earth in this collection featuring MAJESTIC #13-17, plus a story from the WILDSTORM WINTER SPECIAL! As the battle for possession of the Planet Engine heats up, Majestic must stand against an overwhelming enemy in a battle for their adopted planet!
MARTIAN MANHUNTER #6
Written by Marc Andreyko Art by Javier Pina & Robin Riggs Cover by Howard Chaykin The miniseries heats up as DC's strongest hero and smartest hero united against J'onn! A mysterious ailment which could only have come from Mars! And a murder committed by one of their own! The finish line is in sight. Will J'onn live to see it? On sale January 10 • 5 of 8 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
MELTDOWN #2
story DAVID SCHWARTZ art SEAN WANG cover CHRIS BACHALO 48 PAGES FC JANUARY 3 $5.99 The Flare's death is rapidly approaching. He's breaking down, both physically and emotionally, and he's got desperate choices to make. See the fi nal moments that prove what a hero could - and should - be, in the stunning, concluding chapter of MELTDOWN. 'The unyielding power of Meltdown leaves the reader thirsting for more, a solid 6 star comic in a 5 star world, and an early Christmas present for comic fans worldwide.' 'Not since Kurt Busiek's Astro City has a comic brought so much impact into the comic book world' -Newsarama.com 'Superhero comics do NOT get better than this.' -paperbackreader.com '5 out of 5 Bullets'-silverbulletcomicbooks.com
MYTHOS GHOST RIDER
Written by PAUL JENKINS Paints and Cover by PAOLO RIVERA A fully-painted recounting of the origins of Johnny Blaze, the man the world knows as the Ghost Rider! What would cause a man to barter his soul with Satan, becoming an unholy Spirit of Vengeance in the process? 32 PGS./Rated A …$3.99
NEW EXCALIBUR #15
Written by FRANK TIERI Pencils and Cover by JAMES CALAFIORE 'UNREDEEMABLE' Juggernaut faces the hardest battle of his life! After trying to stay on the good and narrow, will his quest for strength and power force him back over to the dark side?! And if he does, will his teammates ever be able to look at him the same again?! The surprising conclusion to Frank Tieri's run on New Excalibur! Part 3 (of 3)! 32 PGS./Rated A …$2.99
NEW MUTANTS CLASSIC VOL 2 TP
Written by CHRIS CLAREMONT Penciled by SAL BUSCEMA & BOB MCLEOD Cover by TOM MANDRAKE Nova Roma, a city on the move - back several thousand years! In their earliest adventure abroad, the New Mutants discover a long-forgotten colony of the Roman Empire and an enemy they won't soon forget: Selene the Black Queen! Then, Magma and Magik join the team just in time for war with the White Queen! Featuring the future Warpath and the original Hellions, harbingers of horror and heroism for years to come! Collecting NEW MUTANTS #8-17. 240 PGS./Rated A ...$24.99 ISBN: 0-7851-2195-1 NEW MUTANTS CLASSIC VOL. 1 TPB STILL AVAILABLE! $24.99 (ISBN: 0-7851-2194-3)
NEW X-MEN #34
Written by CHRISTOPHER YOST & CRAIG KYLE Pencils and Cover by PACO MEDINA 'MERCURY RISING' The Facility turned X-23's childhood into a blood-stained nightmare and now they're gunning for the New X-Men. How far will the team go to save one of their teammates, and once they've crossed over into X-23's violent world, is there any coming back? The kids will never look at X-23 the same again as the fallout from X-23: TARGET X continues here. Part 2 (of 4)! 32 PGS./Rated T+ …$2.99
NIGHTLY NEWS #3
story JONATHAN HICKMAN art & cover JONATHAN HICKMAN 32 PAGES FC JANUARY 10 $2.99 'WE DON'T NEED NO EDUCATION' James is inducted into the Brotherhood of the VOICE while the Hand is busy restructuring the drug trade in the local public schools.
OMAC #7
Written by Bruce Jones Art and cover by Renato Guedes The last OMAC is the last no more! A new OMAC has arisen, but where did it come from, and what powers does it have that Mike Costner doesn't? Most important, how will this new OMAC allow Brother Eye to move forward with its plans for human conquest, and can Mike survive this latest threat, or will there really be one OMAC left standing? On sale January 10 • 7 of 8 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
OUTSIDERS #44
Written by Judd Winick Art by Ron Randall & Art Thibert Cover by Matthew Clark One year ago, a fateful meeting between Nightwing and the Red Hood kicked off the events that led to the Outsiders' 'death.' What happened to Arsenal, Shift and Captain Marvel Jr.? Find out as the 3-part flashback 'Pay as You Go' begins! On sale January 3 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
PERFECT DARK JANUS TEARS #5
by Eric Trautmann & Cold FuZion Studios Bounty hunter turned coporate intelligence operative, Joanna Dark continues her lethal hunt through a labyrinth of death and deception, seeking to unmask a traitor within her own organization. Her only chance at identifying the mole is Roarke - a high-tech mercenary who's goal is to collect the price on Jo's head.
PHONOGRAM #4
'MURDER PARK' Phonogram's dark fantasy falls screaming into open horror and blackest satire as David Kohl crosses over into the Memory Kingdom of Britpop. In this very personal hell he sifts through bloody London streets for the clue to his dead mistress' fate. Here Be Monsters… and Kohl isn't out of place.
PUNISHER #43
Written by GARTH ENNIS Penciled by AVALON'S LAN MEDINA Cover by TIM BRADSTREET NEW STORY ARC 'WIDOWMAKER,' PART 1 AND 2 (of 7) Five women, linked by tragedy…and obsession. The Punisher killed their husbands -- put them down like gods -- and shattered their lives. Now they want payback…and they've hatched the perfect plan to get it. To bring the wolf to their door, all they need is bait. 32 PGS. (each)/Explicit Content …$2.99 (each) THERE IS A STRICT NO OVERPRINT POLICY ON ALL MAX TITLES - PLEASE CHECK YOUR ORDERS AND PLACE THEM BY THE FOC.
RUNAWAYS #23
Written by BRIAN VAUGHAN Penciled by ADRIAN ALPHONA Cover by JO CHEN 'LIVE FAST, Part Two of Three' As a new enemy turns Runaway against Runaway, the teen heroes must risk everything to prevent losing another teammate forever. 32 PGS./Rated T+ ...$2.99
RUSH CITY #4
Written by Chuck Dixon Art by Timothy Green II Cover by Jock A mysterious case of a missing twin doubles the danger for Rush when millions of dollars go up for grabs! Diego is up to his wheel wells in double - and triple - crosses, and it's going to take every ounce of horsepower he has to reach the finish line in one piece! Meanwhile, in the shadows, a very powerful man continues his quest to destroy Rush! On sale October 18 • 4 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
SHOWCASE PRESENTS JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA VOL 2 TP
Written by Gardner Fox Art by Mike Sekowsky & Bernard Sachs Cover by Sekowsky & Murphy Anderson Presenting another jam-packed volume full of adventure, collecting JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA #17-36! In this volume, the JLA battles Kanjar Ro, Despero, the Queen Bee, Amazo, Dr. Destiny, and their evil counterparts, the Crime Syndicate of America.
SHRUGGED #4
by Gunnell, Gorder, Sotelo, Mastromauro & Turner You would think that a school pep rally isn't a hotbed of otherworldly action. Think again! While Theo and Kiori try to figure their way out of this latest mess, Dev's about to have the greatest night of his life! But why is Ange so concerned though? And what's up with Theo's hair? All this and more await you as the same creative team of Michael Turner, Frank Mastromauro, Micah Gunnell, Jason Gorder, and Beth Sotelo bring you the next exciting installment of comic's newest hit franchise, Shrugged!
SOULFIRE CHAOS REIGN BEGINNINGS
by David Moran, J.T. Krul, & Marcus To With the finale of Soulfire: Chaos Reign arriving this month, find out where it all began! Previously available only as a convention exclusive issue, Soulfire: Beginnings gives readers a glimpse of where 10,000 years worth of magic came into being. This incredible 7-page story is surrounded by an all new cover featuring a painted cover compilation between series artist Marcus To and Aspen colorist Peter Steigerwald.
SQUADRON SUPREME HYPERION VS NIGHTHAWK #1
Written by MARC GUGGENHEIM Pencils and Cover by PAUL GULACY It had to happen: The ultimate throw-down between the two stars of the smash hits 'Supreme Power' and 'Squadron Supreme:' Hyperion and Nighthawk. But what could draw these two heroes into the biggest of all smackdowns? Nothing less than genocide. In this ripped from the headlines story, Marc Guggenheim (Wolverine, Blade) and comic book legend Paul Gulacy (Master of Kung Fu) explore the real-world tragedy that is going on right now in Darfur, Africa. The most thought-provoking and action-packed book you'll read all year! 32 PGS./Parental Advisory …$2.99
SQUARECAT COMICS SMALL SQUARE & SARCASTIC GN
by Jennifer Omand Squarecat is back! In this new volume of daily diary comic strips, Jennifer Omand continues to chronicle her life using geometric animals as stand-ins for their real life counterparts. With expressive line work and a wry sense of humor, Squarecat Comics finds details in each day that are worth preserving. From a day at the beach to a day at the office, Jennifer captures moments that are sometimes funny, sometimes tender, sometimes sad - but always uniquely Squarecat!
STAR WARS CLONE WARS ADVENTURE VOL 7 TP
Explosive action, white-hot lightsaber battles, evil schemes, and heroic sacrifices-it's all here in this fast-paced volume jam-packed with four wickedly awesome all-ages adventures set in the most exciting era of Star Wars! The fate of the galaxy hangs in the balance, the Republic and Confederacy taking their fight from the cold reaches of space to exotic alien worlds. Don't miss the Jedi make history in their selfless fight for justice in this full-throttle collection of stories all told in the same stripped-down stylization as Cartoon Network's micro-series. • The Clone Wars Adventures series are a top seller, and very kid-friendly, perfect for younger readers. • The stories contained in this book are based on the popular Cartoon Network micro-series and showcase the same visual sensibilities and exciting, stripped down style.
STAR WARS KNIGHTS OF THE OLD REPUBLIC #12
Take fugitive Padawan Zayne Carrick, throw in a big-mouthed con artist, two mysterious refugees, and one grumpy droid and you've got the most unpredictable, fast-paced, just-plain-exciting take on the Star Wars universe since a scoundrel named Solo helped Luke Skywalker blow up the Death Star! For this misfit crew of unlikely heroes, life in the Old Republic is anything by idyllic. Scheming to scrounge up some scratch on the banking world of Telerath, they've run afoul of two bounty-hunting brothers as dangerous to the galaxy as they are to each other. It's going to take more than a lightsaber to get Zayne and his friends out of this one-such as deceits, disguises, and a bit of the good ol' fashioned Force! • The flagship series of Dark Horse's exciting relaunch of its Star Wars publishing line, celebrating the company's twentieth anniversary. • A great starting point for anyone interested in following the Star Wars saga beyond the films. • Every issue contains concise 'story-so-far' information for first-time readers.
STAR WARS LEGACY #7
Lightsaber crashes against lightsaber in a battle between Jedi and Sith that marks a crucial turning point in the fate of the galaxy! The life of a central figure hangs in the balance, triggering Cade Skywalker to make a shocking choice that will challenge everything he's fought so hard to protect, and start him down a path from which he can never return. The stakes are higher than ever before in the Star Wars universe-be there as the future of this epic saga is revealed! • This is the future of Star Wars, the continuation of the story that started in the original trilogy, and none of it has been seen before.
STORMWATCH PHD #3
Written by Christos N. Gage Art and cover by Doug Mahnke Variant cover by Glenn Fabry The members of PHD visit Sin City to train and prep the first PHD force outside of Manhattan. But the true motivation for the trip soon becomes apparent...is the team prepared for the dark secret lurking in the shadows beyond the neon lights? Meanwhile, two members of PHD share a liaison that may be too explosive to stay in Vegas, and the shocking origin of Paris is revealed! Retailers: This issue will feature 2 covers that may be ordered separately. The Standard Edition cover is by Doug Mahnke; one copy of the Variant Edition, with a cover by Glenn Fabry, may be ordered for every 10 copies of the Standard Edition ordered. Please see the Previews Order Form for further details. On sale January 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
STRANGE GIRL #13
Trapped in Hell, Bethany is forced into her own private room where she is forced to face the demons that live in her past. Psychological horror in Hell illustrated by rising star Micah Farritor!
SUPERMAN BATMAN VS ALIENS PREDATORS #1
Written by Mark Schultz Art and cover by Ariel Olivetti It's the battle you've been waiting for in a thrilling 2-issue miniseries by Mark Schultz (Cadillacs & Dinosaurs) with computer-generated painted art by Ariel Olivetti (SPACE GHOST)! They're back! The relentless killing machines known as Aliens and the unstoppable race of hunters called Predators have returned to Earth. But saying 'they're back' isn't quite accurate - Batman discovers that the two races, sealed away from the human population, have been here all along! Can he and Superman get them off our world before they threaten the planet's existence? Co-published with Dark Horse Comics. On sale January 10 • 1 of 2 • Prestige Format • 48 pg (no ads), FC, $5.99 US Edited by Joey Cavalieri
TALES OF THE UNEXPECTED #4
Written by David Lapham and Brian Azzarello Art by Eric Battle, Cliff Chiang and Prentis Rollins Cover by Matt Wagner Batman challenges Gotham's spookiest dead cop in a trial of mayhem and horror! Just wait until Batman learns what tricks of terror lie up the sleeve of…The Spectre! Plus, what are the extradimensional forces that compel Dr. 13 in his pursuit of debunking the impossible? On sale January 10 • 4 of 8 • 48 pg, FC, $3.99 US
THUNDERBOLTS #110
Written by WARREN ELLIS Penciled by MIKE DEODATO Cover by MARKO DJURDJEVIC Variant Covers by LEINIL YU 'Faith in Monsters' Part 1 of 6 Venom, lethal protector! The enigmatic Moonstone! Bullseye, the man who never misses! Songbird, mistress of sound! Chen Lu, the Radioactive Man! Swordsman, master of the blade! The mystery man called Penance! And Norman Osborn, the Green Goblin! They're America's newest celebrities, ready to take to the skies at a moment's notice in pursuit of those secret, unregistered superhumans hiding among us! They're the All-New, All-Deadly THUNDERBOLTS-making the world a safer place for ordinary people one would-be costumed hero at a time! In the wake of CIVIL WAR, Warren Ellis and Mike Deodato present a dark and disturbing take on Marvel's most wanted, where the line between hero and villain is difficult to find-if it exists at all! 32 PGS./Rated T+ …$2.99
ULTIMATE MARVEL FLIP MAGAZINE #21
ULTIMATE FANTASTIC FOUR #21 ULTIMATE X- MEN #21 ULTIMATE MARVEL TEAM-UP #5 (PART 3) 72 PGS./Rated T+ ...$4.99
ULTIMATE TALES FLIP MAGAZINE #21
ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN #40-41 ULTIMATE MARVEL TEAM-UP #6 (PART 1) 72 PGS./Rated A ...$4.99
UTOPIATES #1
In the near future, science is able to distill human personalities into a drug-form. Called Utopiates, these drugs allow users to swap personalities with the 'mental imprints' of other people. Each is a user of Utopiates for their own reasons, but all learn the cost of soul swapping is extremely high. At its core, this series is an unflinching portrayal of human behavior at its most extreme. Issue #1, 'A Moment of Clarity', follows a street kid and his journey down a dark and slippery path.
VERONICA #177
by Dan Parent, George Gladir, & Kathleen Webb 'The Secret of Veronica's Diary': When Veronica's diary accidentally ends up in Reggie's hands, Veronica has a lot of explaining - and apologizing - to do! 'The Art of Doing Nothing': Tired of being overscheduled, Veronica will do everything she can to do nothing! 'Payback Time': The status quo of Veronica and Jughead's tense relationship is upended, as Jughead rescues Veronica from a boorish boy, and Veronica feels obligated to return the favor!
VILLAINS VOL 1 THICK AS THIEVES TP
by Adam Cogan & Ryan Cody Nick Corrigan just hit bottom. He lost his job, he's behind on the rent, and his girlfriend may be having an affair with her boss. But when Nick discovers that his aging upstairs neighbor is secretly the retired supervillian known as 'Hardliner,' he sees an opportunity to turn his luck around.
WELCOME TO TRANQUILITY #2
Written by Gail Simone Art and cover by Neil Googe Variant cover by Karl Kerschl The intriguing new series by Gail Simone (BIRDS OF PREY) and Neil Googe (MAJESTIC) heats up! A funeral is planned for a fallen hero, and it brings out a range of emotions across the entire town. From the surly, formerly villainous locals to his allies and friends, this event will be one for the history books. Amid the happenings, Lindo is piecing together what happened and is looking to bring the murderer to justice - no matter who it is! This issue will feature 2 covers that may be ordered separately. The Standard Edition cover is by Neil Googe; one copy of the Variant Edition, with a cover by Karl Kerschl, may be ordered for every 10 copies of the Standard Edition ordered. Please see the Previews Order Form for further details. On sale January 3 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
WHITE TIGER #3
Written by TAMORA PIERCE & TIMOTHY LIEBE Penciled by PHILIPPE BRIONES Cover by DAVID MACK After putting a beating on Sano and his bloodthirsty Yakuza warriors, White Tiger and Daredevil face the long arm of the NYPD---and its crosshairs. Being a wanted vigilante is a newsflash for Del Toro as she realizes becoming an enemy of the state isn't easy. On top of a visit by everyone's favorite Webslinger, a cold hard rejection by Matt Murdock, and a bruising punch fest with Cobra, Angela learns that divorcing her real-life identity from masked crusading is not as simple as just removing a mask, nor is it all that realistic. And to add it all, Chaeyi and its shadowy activities keep running unchecked with no leads in sight. The only thing that seems to be constant is the indecision, violence, and frustration following White Tiger without pause….welcome to her world. It's about to get much rougher! 32 PGS./Parental Advisory …$2.99
WOLVERINE ORIGINS #10
Written by DANIEL WAY Penciled by STEVE DILLON Cover by JOE QUESADA 50/50 Variant by ARTHUR SUYDAM It all ends-and it all begins-in this issue, featuring both the death of a beloved Marvel character and the debut appearance of a new one: the son of Wolverine! 32 PGS./PARENTAL ADVISORY ...$2.99
WONDER MAN #2
Written by PETER DAVID Pencils and Cover by ANDREW CURRIE 'MY FAIR SUPER HERO' Who is Ladykiller, and how did she come to be? The answers will leave you shocked…as Wonder Man, Beast, and Ms. Marvel try to reconstruct this villain into their ideal of a hero. What could go wrong? It's a battle of wits and willpower-and it's not all fun and games! 32 PGS./Rated T+ …$2.99
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