PREVIEWS VOL. XV #6 PREVIEWS PUBLICATIONS PREVIEWS #8 (AUGUST 2005) Previews is your ultimate source for all the merchandise available from your local comic book specialty retailer… approximately two months in advance! Hundreds of comics from a myriad of publishers, the coolest merchandise on Earth, plus exclusive items available nowhere else! This issue features items scheduled to ship from October 2005 through December 2005! Catalog, 8x11, 480+pg, PC $4.50 MARVEL PREVIEWS #24 Each issue of Marvel Previews will be a comic book-sized, 96-page, full-color guide and preview to all of Marvel’s upcoming releases, PLUS a full 22-page story in each issue — either a special advanced preview of an upcoming blockbuster new project, or a sold-out, jumping-on point issue from one of their hottest books! It’s your one source for advanced Marvel solicitations! This August issue features items scheduled to ship in October 2005! 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ADULT MATERIAL Catalog, 24pg, b&w $0.95 COMICS SECTION PREMIER VENDORS DARK HORSE COMICS REVELATIONS #1 (OF 6) PAUL JENKINS (W), HUMBERTO RAMOS (P/Cover), and LEONARDO OLEA (C) On sale August 31, FC, 32pg, $2.99 From Paul Jenkins and Humberto Ramos, the best-selling creative team behind Marvel’s Spectacular Spider-Man, comes a sophisticated murder mystery set in the unlikeliest of places—The Vatican. Charlie Northern may be one of the best detectives in Scotland Yard but that doesn’t keep him from enjoying a night off curled up with a good book of conspiracy theories and a full pack of cigarettes. That is, until an old friend shows up at his door with the news that a high-ranking Vatican official and probable successor to the Pope has mysteriously died. Now, Northern must travel to Rome and seek out the facts in a place legendary for keeping its secrets. There are forces at work in The Holy See that want Northern to fail— forces darker and more ancient than any in his favorite dime-store paperbacks. B.P.R.D. THE BLACK FLAME #1 (OF 6) MIKE MIGNOLA (W/Cover), JOHN ARCUDI (W), GUY DAVIS (A), and DAVE STEWART (C) On sale August 31, FC, 32pg, $2.99 A bloodbath washes across America as the Bureau for Paranormal Research and Defense turns its attention back to the plague of frogs. While the Bureau tries to interpret bizarre new behavior from the frog men, a madman from the B.P.R.D.’s secret history returns to take advantage of the mindless monsters. Mignola takes over cover duties for the sprawling six-issue epic he’s crafted with co-writer John Arcudi and interior art team of Guy Davis and Dave Stewart. B.P.R.D.: THE DEAD TPB MIKE MIGNOLA (W), JOHN ARCUDI (W), GUY DAVIS (A), and DAVE STEWART (C) On sale September 28, SC, 152pg, FC, 7" x 10", $17.95 The Bureau for Paranormal Research and Defense and their new team leader, a former corpse himself, moves into their new headquarters only to unearth a gigantic long-buried secret involving United States government covert experiments and Nazi scientists. Hellboy creator Mike Mignola teams with artist Guy Davis and co-writer John Arcudi to carve out a bold new direction for the B.P.R.D., while Abe Sapien, still reeling from the revelation of his former life as a Victorian scientist, meets his long dead wife in their crumbling home by the sea. This collection includes an extended sketchbook section featuring the otherworldly designs Guy Davis for the roster of new characters introduced in The Dead. Collecting the five-issue miniseries. The strangest team book in comics gets weirder with this tale of the walking dead, madness, the Spear of Destiny, and a monstrous gateway to heaven. Featuring an extended sketchbook section with the otherworldly designs by Guy Davis for the roster of new characters introduced in The Dead. ZOMBIEWORLD: WINTER'S DREGS AND OTHER STORIES TPB BOB FINGERMAN (W), KELLEY JONES (W/A), PAT MILLS (W), GORDON RENNIE (W), TOMMY LEE EDWARDS (A), J. DEADSTOCK (A), and GARY ERSKINE (A) On sale September 14, SC, 240pg, FC, 7" x 10", $24.95 The end of the world is near. The dead walk the earth and feed on the flesh of the living. The birth of a terrifying new world is at hand. Zombie World, the comic-book series that set the standard for comics of the undead is back in a massive trade paperback. Bob Fingerman and Tommy Lee Edwards take us into the darkened subway tunnels of New York, where the rats aren’t the only things that bite, in the critically-acclaimed Winter’s Dregs. Kelley Jones spins his own twisted tale of love and the undead in Eat Your Heart Out. A family’s Christmas gathering has a few unexpected arrivals in Gordon Rennie and Gary Erskine’s Home For the Holidays. And the apocalypse proves to be more horrifying than anyone ever imagined in Pat Mills and J. Deadstock’s Tree of Death. Collecting the Zombie World: Winter’s Dregs four-issue miniseries, Eat Your Heart Out one-shot, Home For the Holidays one-shot, and the Tree of Death four-issue miniseries. MAN WITH THE SCREAMING BRAIN #4 (OF 4) BRUCE CAMPBELL (W), DAVID GOODMAN (W), RICK REMENDER (P/COVER), HILARY BARTA (I/Cover), and MIKE MIGNOLA (Altern. Cover) On sale August 17, FC, 32pg, $2.99 Hellboy creator Mike Mignola illustrates an eye-popping second cover to complement theone by the regular team for this final installment of Bruce Campbell’s brilliantly deranged tale of an arrogant American businessman and the surly cabdriver whose brain has been transplanted inside his head. It’s all out mayhem as the dual-brained Campbell goes toe-to-toe with a bar full of Russian ruffians at the beck and call of a Gypsy beauty who’s trying her darnedest to plant him in an early grave. Meanwhile, Campbell’s dead wife acts out with uncharacteristic bravery for someone reanimated inside a robot body. When it all comes crashing down, one thing’s for certain—you’ll never look at comics or organ transplants the same way again! SERENITY #2 (of 3) JOSS WHEDON (W), BRETT MATTHEWS (W), WILL CONRAD (P), and LAURA MARTIN (C) On sale August 3, FC, 32pg, $2.99 Joss Whedon and Brett Matthews continue the journey of the brigands and outlaws that call the ship Serenity “home” in this second issue of the prequel to Whedon’s Serenity— the highly-anticipated feature film follow-up to his cult-hit TV show Firefly. On the run and out of cash, the ragtag crew of Serenity take on a scavenger mission with the hopes of earning enough dough to disappear for a while. Little do they know an old enemy is scheming to remake their acquaintance with the help of some covert-operatives known only as the Blue Gloves. With interior art by the inimitable Will Conrad (Marvel’s Elektra and Witches) and colors by the illustrious Laura Martin (Astonishing X-Men and The Ultimates), this issue also features three covers starring a different Serenity crew member, each drawn by one of the hottest names in comics. This month—Tim Bradstreet, Jo Chen, and Joe Quesada! AEON FLUX #1 (OF 4) MIKE KENNEDY (W) and TIMOTHY GREEN II (A) On sale August 24, FC, 32pg, $2.99 Four hundred years in the future, the last of humanity will live behind the protective walls of Bregna, an idyllic utopia built to shelter them from the deadly jungle growing beyond. Life in Bregna is perfect, or as perfect as the government can make the people believe. But not everyone is fooled by their mood-altering propaganda—a small band of freedom fighters wish to see things change, and they just might manage to pull off this impossible dream with the help of their top secret agent, the sexy, deadly Aeon Flux. As Bregnan authorities prepare a new weapon to use against the jungle pounding at their walls, Aeon prepares to turn their plans against them. But this time she is not alone—she has been instructed to train a new agent, a fiery young woman named Sithandra, who may not be all that she appears to be… Reintroducing the cult-classic action heroine best known for her animated adventures on MTV, this series will pave the way for her big-screen debut in this fall’s blockbuster, live- action adaptation starring Charlize Theron. This four-issue miniseries will lay the foundation for events in the film, with all of the fast-paced action and intriguing conceptual sci-fi of the original cartoon. CONAN #19 KURT BUSIEK (W), CARY NORD (P), and DAVE STEWART (C) On sale August 24, FC, 32pg, $2.99 Conan unleashes an ancient evil of extraordinary power in this story that sets the stage for the adaptation of one of Robert E. Howard’s most-praised Conan stories, “The Tower of the Elephant,” beginning next month. Civilization continues to prove unsavory to the Cimmerian barbarian as he navigates through the teeming villainy of the City of Thieves. Determined to profit from this den of peril, Conan attempts to rob a luxuriant temple only to find himself face-to-face with an unscrupulous power bent upon its own escape. Yet, even that may not be as troubling as a woman from Conan’s past who has returned to the scene, unexpectedly. CONAN: THE GOD IN THE BOWL AND OTHER STORIES HC KURT BUSIEK (W), CARY NORD (P), THOMAS YEATES (P), and DAVE STEWART (C) On sale September 28, HC, 184pg, FC, 7" x 10", $24.95 The critically acclaimed and award-winning creative team behind the runaway-hit revival are back with a brand new adaptation of one of Conan creator Robert E. Howard’s best- known tales. Award-winning writer Kurt Busiek and artists Cary Nord and Dave Stewart render the glorious suspense of Howard’s beloved “The God in the Bowl” in all its terrifying detail, as well as introducing not only Conan’s most famed adversary, Thoth-amon, but a new female foil to Conan’s exploits—Janissa the Widowmaker, bound by a pact to a witch who has sinister plans for Conan. Collecting issues #7, #9-#14 of the Dark Horse series. THE AMERICAN TPB MARK VERHEIDEN (W), CHRIS WARNER (A), GRANT MIEHM (A), DOUG BRAITHWAITE (A), FRANK MILLER (A), MIKE MIGNOLA (A), and JIM LEE (A) FOR MATURE READERS On sale September 14, SC, 360pg, b&w, 5 3/4" x 8 1/4", $14.95 He’s the ultimate American hero. Since the fifties, he has been a symbol of hope and courage for the entire nation, an indestructible one-man army standing tall for freedom, justice, and the American way—but what about truth? When reporter Dennis Hough is assigned to cover a story about his boyhood hero, he begins to see the cracks in the legend. Does The American have feet of clay? Or is he himself a victim of a larger conspiracy? Created by screenwriter Mark Verheiden (The Mask, Smallville), The America rises again, now collected in its entirety for the first time (including hard-to-find American short stories). Collecting The American #1-8, The American Special, The American: Lost in America #1-4, short stories from DHP #32, DHP 5th Anniversary Special, and a story from A1 #3 (Atomeka Press). JINGLE BELLE TPB PAUL DINI (W), JOSE GARIBALDI (A), STEPHANIE GLADDEN (A), and J. BONE (A) On sale September 14, SC, 96pg, FC, 7" x 10", $12.95 Tired of remaining an unsung—so to speak—icon of the holiday season in spite of her best efforts, Jingle defies her father’s “no publicity” edict and creates an animated TV special with her elfin friends. But before it hits the airwaves, Jing must overcome new adversaries … contemporary TV executives! Next, determined to prove herself worthy of the Claus legacy, Jingle leaves the North Pole to take over a struggling Santaland amusement park. Little does the mild-mannered owner realize, though, that the “revitalization” will result in an over-the-top, Vegas-style Christmas casino! And what’s an elf-girl to do when the local mob tries to horn in on the action? Raise the stakes, that’s what! In addition to vignettes from Jing’s past boyfriends, this also includes short stories illustrated by J. Bone and Stephanie Gladden, featuring other characters Paul Dini has created—such as Sheriff Ida Red of Mutant Texas! Collecting the four-issue miniseries. DEVIL CHEF: THE MAN WITH THE SOFT-SERVE BRAIN TPB JACK POLLOCK (W/A) FOR MATURE READERS On sale September 14, SC, 96pg, FC, 5 1/4" x 7 1/2", $6.95 From the fiery abyss of Hell’s kitchen—literally!—comes the return of the culinary arts’ diminutive demon, Devil Chef! In his first feature-length story extravaganza, “The Man with the Soft-Serve Brain” documents Chef’s titanic struggle with his chief rival, Softy (a.k.a. Citizen Cone) of Softy Soft-Serve Ice Cream! It’s fire vs. ice, winner-take-all, with the sweet nectar of fast-food immortality to the winner—and the bitter ashes of drive-thru oblivion for second place! Some say the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach, while others contend that the road to Hell is paved with good intentions, but Devil Chef proves once and for all time that a man’s stomach is the road to Hell! THE LAST TEMPTATION 2nd ED HC NEIL GAIMAN (W) and MICHAEL ZULLI (A) On sale September 7, HC, 104pg, b&w, 7"x 10", $14.95 Steven is afraid. Afraid of ghost stories, afraid of growing up...just afraid. That is, until he meets the mysterious Showman and his Theatre of the Real. Steven takes a ticket and watches the show on a dare, but getting out of the performance will be harder than he ever imagined. And then Steven learns what it is to be truly afraid. Neil Gaiman, internationally acclaimed and bestselling writer of both prose fiction (Neverwhere, Stardust) and graphic novels (The Sandman, Signal to Noise) and Eisner- nominated artist Michael Zulli (The Sandman, Creatures of the Night) are the creators of this dark and brooding morality tale. This new black and white hardcover edition of The Last Temptation is the latest addition to Dark Horse’s proud and growing library of Neil Gaiman hardcovers. Originally published as part of the short-lived Marvel Music line of the early ‘90s, Zulli's lush and beautiful duoshade artwork is now showcased in a new format for this stunning second edition. ALSO AVAILABLE MIRROR MASK PVC SET #1 3-piece PVC set includes Helena, Sphinx Cat, Black Queen’s Spider, 3"-5" tall, fully painted, packaged in a full-color window box, $14.99 MIRROR MASK PVC SET #2 3-piece PVC set includes Valentine, Small Hairy Guy, The Librarian, 3"-5" tall, fully painted, packaged in a full-color window box, $14.99 CREATURES OF THE NIGHT HC by Neil Gaiman (W) and Michael Zulli (A) HC, 48pg FC, 7" x 10", $12.95 HARLEQUIN VALENTINE by Neil Gaiman and John Bolton HC, 40pg, FC (STAR15245) . . . $10.95 MURDER MYSTERIES HARDCOVER by Neil Gaiman and P. Craig Russell HC, 64pg, FC (STAR15851) . . . $13.95 VIOLENT CASES 2nd EDITION by Neil Gaiman and Dave Mckean SC w/flaps, 48pg, FC, 8-1/4" x 11" . . . $14.95 **************************** CONCRETE VOLUME 2: HEIGHTS TP PAUL CHADWICK (W/A) On sale September 21, SC, 208pg, b&w, 6" x 9", $12.95 Big as a boulder and strong as an ox, he’s Concrete, seven-feet of stony celebrity. That he’s a government-created cyborg is the cover story, but in truth he’s the mind of one Ronald Lithgow trapped inside a rocky shell of alien origin. Possessing powers allowing him to scale the highest mountain unaided or peel back the roof of a car like a pull tab, he is yet denied the simple human pleasures of fragile flesh. The return of Paul Chadwick’s award-winning Concrete has ushered in a resurgence of interest in the acclaimed series that Harlan Ellison called “...probably the best comic being published today by anyone, anywhere.” This value-priced volume collects Concrete issues #6-10; Concrete Color Special, the short stories: “World Beneath the Skin” and “Brighter,” and a gallery of hard-to-find Concrete illustrations. NEW RECRUITS TPB VARIOUS (W/A) On sale September 14, SC, 128pg, FC, 6" x 9", $12.95 Dark Horse asked its readers, “Think you’ve got what it takes to be in comics?” The response was overwhelming. Now, after receiving hundreds of submissions from all over the world, Dark Horse is proud to present five of the coolest, strangest, and funniest stories from a group of undiscovered and underrated newcomers. There’s no comic anthology out there like this one. Now’s your chance to get in on the new wave of comic contenders who’ve got what it takes! DOCTOR SOLAR, MAN OF THE ATOM VOLUME 3 HC PAUL S. NEWMAN (W), FRANK BOLLE (A), and Others On sale September 28, HC, 200pg, FC, 6 1/4" x 10 1/4", $49.95 The Man of the Atom is mankind’s only hope! In a series of catastrophic events like nothing ever witnessed Doctor Solar struggles to save humanity from giant death machines, nuclear annihilation, lava monsters, and robot scorpions! Back in time, Solar relives the incredible events that made him The Man of the Atom! Solar smashes mind- monsters that come to life! A million Solars battle microscopic aliens from outer space! Don’t miss the strangest, most fantastic adventures of the atomic age! This archive collection reprints issues fifteen through twenty-two of Gold Key’s original Doctor Solar comic-book series, the revolutionary science-fiction adventure that gave birth to one of comics’ most distinctive and beloved superheroes, restored and reprinted for the first time in over forty years! DUNGEON SIEGE: THE BATTLE FOR ARANNATPB PAUL ALDEN (W), AL RIO (A), CLIFF RICHARDS (A), and FABIANO NEVES (A) On sale September 7, SC, 88pg, FC, 5 1/4" x 7 1/2", $6.95 Enter the mystic world of Aranna in Dungeon Siege: The Battle for Aranna. Based on the upcoming game Dungeon Siege II from Gas Powered Games, The Battle for Aranna tells the thrilling story of two of Aranna’s most influential legends, Zaramoth the Unmaker and Azunai. The magical River of Souls holds the energy used to make magic possible. The evil giant Zaramoth seeks to claim the River for himself. The brave human chieftain Azunai knows that the River’s magic belongs to all of Aranna. When Zaramoth and Azunai finally meet on the battlefield, Aranna will be changed forever! BABES, BEASTS, AND BRAWN: SCULPTURE OF THE FANTASTIC TPB STEVE KIWUS (W) FOR MATURE READERS On sale August 24, SC, 144pg, FC, 8 1/2" x 11", $19.95 The art of action figures has exploded in recent times, as the simplistic, inelegant pieces of yesterday’s plastic have transformed into complex, dynamic pieces of articulate sculpture, reaching levels of artistic expression unthinkable just a few years ago. Steve Kiwus of Eightball Studios, one of the most in-demand toy sculptors of the era, has now brought together his considerable body of eye-popping work into a collection like none other. Babes, Beasts, and Brawn: Sculpture of the Fantastic is a definitive look into the creation of these powerhouse playthings, with hundreds of stunning color photographs and fascinating insights into Kiwus’ creative process. Included is an in-depth how-to section, where Kiwus chronicles his process step-by-step to aid aspiring professionals! USAGI YOJIMBO #86 “The Treasure of he Mother of Mountains part 4” STAN SAKAI (W/A) On sale August 31, b&w, 32pg, $2.99 Usagi Yojimbo has been captured! The greedy Lord Sanada is operating an illegal gold mine in the Geishu province and has put Usagi and Tomoe Ame to work as his slaves. Sanada has been killing those who would get in the way, and his deadliest enforcer— Noriko “the blood princess”—is none other than Tomoe’s own cousin! In this issue, master storyteller Stan Sakai’s fourth installment of the six-part “The Treasure of the Mother of Mountains,” the cruel sociopath Noriko reveals a devastating secret to her enslaved cousin. Meanwhile, the young page Motokazu fears for Tomoe’s safety and rides off without permission to help her … and has an unexpected adventure of his own! LADY SNOWBLOOD VOLUME 1 TPB KAZUO KOIKE (W) and KAZUO KAMIMURA (A) FOR MATURE READERS On sale September 7, SC, 288pg, b&w, 5" x 7", $14.95 From the pen of Kazuo Koike, of Lone Wolf and Cub fame, comes Lady Snowblood. A story of pure vengeance, Lady Snowblood tells the tale of a daughter born of a singular purpose, to avenge the death of her family at the hands of a gang of thugs, a purpose woven into her soul from the time of her gestation. Beautifully drafted and full of bloody, sexy action, Lady Snowblood lives up to its title and reputation. BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL #104: FORSAKEN (ONE-SHOT) HIROAKI SAMURA (W/A) FOR MATURE READERS On sale August 10, b&w, 32pg, $2.99 The return of Shira! With “Forsaken,” another one-shot episode, manga master Hiroaki Samura gives us a peek at what his most despicable character has been up to since the “Autumn Frost” storyline. Get ready to be seriously disturbed! Also in this issue, Rin is reunited with an old ally, two compelling, new Ittö-ryü warriors are introduced, and Manji finds himself in the “lion’s den” of Habaki Kagamura, leader of the Mugai-ryü. This Eagle and Eisner Award-winning epic reaches another major turning point! CANNON GOD EXAXXION: STAGE 4 TPB KENICHI SONODA (W/A) FOR MATURE READERS On sale August 3, SC, 208pg, b&w, 5 3/4" x 8 1/4", $15.95 Hoichi Kano’s responsibilities are just a bit heavier than those of your typical teenager— taking out the garbage, mowing the lawn, or washing the car fall just a bit short of single- handedly fighting an alien colonization! Luckily, Hoichi’s got the right tools for the job, like a state-of-the-art integrated gunsuit and the antimatter-powered giant robot, Exaxxion. That’s some heavy-duty ordnance, but the invaders didn’t make it halfway across the galaxy without some pretty impressive gear, including a major league mega- robot of their own that incapacitates Exaxxion, forcing Hoichi to take on the Riofaldian hordes solo in a last-ditch effort to free Exaxxion, humanity’s last chance to prevail against extraterrestrial tyranny! HELLSING VOLUME 7 TPB KOHTA HIRANO (W/A) On sale September 21, SC, 192pg, b&w, 5" x 7", $13.95 What do you get when you mix reanimated Nazis, vampires, and freaky killer Catholics and Protestants breathing down each others’ necks? In the case of Hellsing, you get an all-out bloody war. Or such has proven to be the case so far. The world is engulfed in the flames of destruction, and all seems lost. Vernedead’s “Geese” are literally being eaten alive, and it might just take half-vampire, Seras Victoria, a certain loss of innocence to provide a shred of hope. But that’s not all this story hinges on. The vampire Hellsing himself will surely show at some point, and the Catholic Iscariot Army, a dreaded force, is also on the march. This is a situation of boiling blood, and it’s about to burst! Co- published with Digital Manga Publishing. SUPER MANGA BLAST! #55 MOHIRO KITOH (W/A), MAKOTO KOBAYASHI (W/A), KENICHI SONODA (W/A), and HIROYUKI UTATANE (A) with TOSHIYA TAKEDA (W) FOR MATURE READERS On sale August 31, b&w, 128pg, $5.99 Apples and Ferraris! It’s the LAST Club 9 episode! Makoto Kobayashi brings his romantic comedy to an end with a tearjerker finale, set in Haruo Hattori’s hometown of rural Akita. Celebrating years of Club 9 craziness, this month will also feature a color “Hello” Hattori pin-up and several bonus images! Kobayashi continues to charm readers with the feline antics found in What’s Michael?. Earth’s defenders face another Riofaldian assault in Cannon God Exaxxion, and three episodes of the full-tilt Seraphic Feather space epic will have you feverish for more! In the Shadow Star teen fantasy- drama, Shiina’s in grave danger, as the “Grudges” storyline comes to a brutal conclusion! STAR WARS: CLONE WARS ADVENTURES VOLUME 4 TPB HADEN BLACKMAN (W), RYAN KAFMAN (W), JUSTIN LAMBROS (W), RICK LACY (A), and FILLBACH BROTHERS (W/A) On sale September 28, SC, 96pg, FC, 5 1/4" x 7 1/2", $6.95 Four more tales of hyperkinetic Clone Wars action! As the Clone Wars burn across the galaxy and the true intentions of the Sith are revealed, the true heroes of the conflict emerge. Chewbacca leads the Wookiees against the Republic invaders on the jungle world of Kashyyyk, R2-D2 and C-3PO uncover a plot to assassinate Padmé, an orphaned refugee witnesses the rough life of a Clone Trooper firsthand, and Anakin Skywalker fights alongside a young Jedi who will play a part in his descent into the Dark Side. STAR WARS: EMPIRE #36 “The Wrong Side of the War” part 1 (of 5) WELLES HARTLEY (W), DAVIDÉ FABBRI (P), CHRISTIAN DALLA VECCHIA (I), DAVIDÉ FABBRI (C), and DAVID MICHAEL BECK (Cover) On sale August 3, FC, 32pg, $2.99 Devotion to duty has put Imperial Lieutenant Janek Sunber once more on the front lines. First as part of an intense ground battle, where the last of a planet’s freedom fighters are desperately holding on, then as a glorified prison guard at an Imperial base where prisoners are put to work for the benefit of the Empire. It’s not the career Sunber imagined he’d have in the Imperial Infantry, but a Rebel surprise attack on the base may give Sunber another chance to distinguish himself—or die trying! STAR WARS: REPUBLIC #80 JOHN OSTRANDER (W), LUKE ROSS (P/Cover), and JASON KEITH (C) On sale August 31, FC, 32pg, $2.99 Palpatine calls a meeting of his bravest, wisest, and most influential military officers in order to introduce them to his new right-hand man, Darth Vader! The new Emperor lays out his plans for his Empire, and those who have other ideas are dealt a swift lesson by Vader’s blade. But one Captain wants nothing to do with the new government, and plans his defection. But what do you do when the Dark Lord of the Sith is determined to stop you? This issue marks Vader’s first appearance in Star Wars continuity since his “introduction” in Revenge of the Sith! And, long-time readers of Republic will see a plot come full circle in a most unexpected manner! Guest artist Luke Ross takes a break from Samurai: Heaven and Earth to shake up an entire galaxy! WETA COLLECTIBLES: KONG AND NARNIA PRODUCTS Weta Collectibles of New Zealand, a division of Weta Workshop (four-time Academy Award® winner), and Dark Horse Comics, Inc., have announced an agreement for Dark Horse to act as the exclusive sales agent for Weta’s program of licensed consumer products. The initial offerings, slated for release beginning in October, will include statues, busts, graphic art, and specialty products based on Universal Pictures’ December 14th release of Kong: 8th Wonder of the World and on Disney’s December 9th release of The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe. Weta has won worldwide acclaim for its unsurpassed work in creating a wide range of props, creatures, armaments, and environments for film productions, most notably their extensive collaboration with fellow New Zealander Peter Jackson on The Lord of the Rings film trilogy. Weta’s talented team of sculptors, painters, and technicians have labored mightily to create prototypes, maquettes, and other materials for these films. WETA COLLECTIBLES KONG PRODUCTS On sale October 5 T-REX FIGHT WITH KONG STATUE 22” tall, 16” wide, fully painted, limited edition, $350.00 KONG ON NEW YORK BUILDING STATUE 12” tall, 8” wide, fully painted, limited edition, $200.00 KONG WITH ANN BUST 16” tall, 6” wide, fully painted, limited edition, $280.00 T-REX BUST 20” tall, 16” deep, wall mount, fully painted, limited edition, $225.00 WETA COLLECTIBLES KONG PRODUCTS On sale October 5 RAPTOR SKULL Size not yet determined at press time, fully painted, limited edition, $30.00 T-REX SKULL Size not yet determined at press time, fully painted, limited edition, $30.00 CERATOPS SKULL Size not yet determined at press time, fully painted, limited edition, $30.00 T-REX AND KONG BOOKEND 6” tall, 7” wide (each), fully painted, limited edition, $175.00 WETA COLLECTIBLES NARNIA PRODUCTS On sale October 5 WHITE WITCH STATUE 16” tall, fully painted, limited edition, $180.00 GIRLS ON ASLAN STATUE 14” tall, 17” long, fully painted, limited edition, $300.00 PETER ON UNICORN STATUE 20” tall, 15” long, fully painted, limited edition, $300.00 MINOBOARS MAQUETTE 11” tall, fully painted, limited edition, $150.00 TIMNUS MAQUETTE 11” tall, fully painted, limited edition, $150.00 LION AND WITCH BOOKENDS 8” tall, fully painted, limited edition, $175.00 ************************* DARK HORSE LOGO BASEBALL SHIRT On sale August 22. Go team Dark Horse! This unisex shirt is available in S - XXL so that all sizes can show their Dark Horse spirit. 100% cotton shirt is perfect for summer. Red shirt with 3/4-length black raglan sleeves and black Dark Horse Comics logo. S-XL $24.99 XXL $25.99 ALSO AVAILABLE DARK HORSE LOGO T-SHIRT Black/Adult Medium #13-1342 $17.99 Large #13-1343 $17.99 X-Large #13-1344 $17.99 XX-Large #13-1345 $19.99 DARK HORSE LOGO ZIPPO® #13-133 $29.99 DARK HORSE LOGO MUG #13-132 $9.99 ************************************** CLASSIC COMIC BOOK CHARACTERS: HELLBOY STATUE On sale September 14, Hellboy, 5" tall, packaged in a full-color tin, with a button and booklet, $49.95 Dark Horse has won wide acclaim for its successful series of “Classic Comic” statues, inspired by the “Syroco” statues of the 1940s and sculpted by those fine folks at Yoe! Studio. Nearly fifty different statues have been produced, with many selling out and commanding collector's prices. This month, we are thrilled to present the first statue in a companion series, based on comic book characters rather than newspaper strips. We have chosen to concentrate on characters from the last thirty years, but don't be surprised if the occasional Golden Age character turns up. We are proud to launch the series with Mike Mignola’s Hellboy. CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS RELIST CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #7: MANDRAKE THE MAGICIAN STATUE 5 1/2" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info. booklet, limited to 750. (STAR11788) . . .$49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #8: LI’L ABNER STATUE 5 1/2" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info. booklet, limited to 950 (STAR11880) . . .$49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #9: DAISY MAE STATUE 5 1/2" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info. booklet, limited to 950 (STAR11881) . . .$49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #10: DICK TRACY STATUE 5 1/2" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info. booklet, limited to 950 (STAR12089) . . .$49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #11: BEETLE BAILEY STATUE 5 1/2" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info. booklet, limited to 950 (STAR12180) . . .$49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #12: SARGE STATUE 5 1/2" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info. booklet, limited to 950 (STAR12028) . . .$49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #13: LITTLE ORPHAN ANNIE STATUE 4 1/2" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info. booklet, limited to 950 (STAR12307) . . .$49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #14: FLASH GORDON STATUE 5 1/2" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info. booklet, limited to 950 (STAR12308) . . .$49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #15: TERRY STATUE 4 1/2" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info. booklet, limited to 950 (STAR12664) . . .$49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #16: THE DRAGON LADY STATUE 4 1/2" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info. booklet, limited to 950 (STAR12665) . . .$49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #17: FEARLESS STATUE FOSDICK STATUE 5 1/2" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info booklet, limited to 950 (STAR12666) . . .$49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #20: BLONDIE STATUE 5 1/2" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info booklet, limited to 950 (STAR13491) . . .$49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #21: SMOKEY STOVER STATUE 5 1/2" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info booklet, limited to 950 (STAR13495) . . .$49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #22: WIMPY STATUE 5 1/2" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info booklet, limited to 950 (STAR13307) . . .$49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #23: BLUTO STATUE 5 1/2" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info booklet, limited to 950 (STAR13308) . . . $49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #25: ALBERT STATUE 5" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info booklet, limited to 600 (STAR14981) . . . $49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #26: NANCY STATUE 4" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info booklet, limited to 600 (STAR14036) . . . $49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #27: SLUGGO STATUE 4" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info booklet, limited to 600 (STAR14038) . . . $49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #28: ALLEY OOP STATUE 5" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info booklet, limited to 600 (STAR15139) . . . $49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #29: LITTLE NEMO STATUE 5" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info booklet, limited to 600 (STAR15140) . . . $49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #30: THE YELLOW KID 5" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info booklet, limited to 600 (STAR15332) . . . $49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #31: SHMOO STATUE 4" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info booklet, limited to 600 (STAR16180) . . . $49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #33: TUBBY STATUE 4" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info booklet, limited to 600 (STAR16281) . . . $49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #35: TARZAN STATUE 5" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info. booklet, limited to 600 (STAR17124) . . .$49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #37: EUGENE THE JEEP STATUE 4" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info. booklet, limited to 600 (STAR17727) . . .$49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #38: OFFISSA PUP STATUE 4" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info. booklet, limited to 600 (NOV020039) . . .$49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARATERS #39: BUCK ROGERS 5 1/2" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info. booklet, limited to 600 (DEC020064) . . .$49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #40: WILMA DEERING STATUE 5 1/2" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info. booklet, limited to 600 (JAN030096) . . .$49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #41: POPEYE II 5" tall, packaged in a full color tin w/pinback button and booklet (JUL030054) . . . $49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #42: ALICE THE GOON 6 1/2" tall, packaged in a full color tin w/pinback button and booklet (AUG030072) . . . $49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #43: UNCLE WALT AND BABY SKEEZIX 5 1/4" tall, packaged in a full color tin w/pinback button and booklet (SEP030067) . . . $49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #44: THE LONE RANGER STATUE 5 1/4" tall, packaged in a full color tin w/pinback button and booklet (OCT030084) . . . $49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #45: TONTO STATUE 5 1/4" tall, packaged in a full color tin w/pinback button and booklet (NOV030076) . . . $49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #46: DENNIS THE MENACE STATUE 5 1/4" tall, packaged in a full color tin w/pinback button and booklet (JAN040086) . . . $49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #47: BARNEY GOOGLE STATUE 5 1/4" tall, packaged in a full color tin w/pinback button and booklet (FEB040081) . . . $49.95 Retailers! See your order form for a special offer! GACHA! New this Month: Fantastic Four Figures FANTASTIC FOUR FIGURES THE INCREDIBLES FIGURES ROBOT FIGURES SIMPSONS BOBBLE HEADS SERIES 3 Retailers! See your order form for details on ordering and a special offer! AVAILABLE NOW! Figures based on COMIC BOOK HEROES are here! MARVEL SUPERHERO BOBBLE HEADS HELLBOY MOVIE FIGURES SPIDER-MAN KEYCHAINS SPIDER-MAN FIGURES HORROR RELISTS AMAZING SCREW-ON HEAD FC, 32pg (one-shot) . . . (MAR020030) . . . $2.99 BLACKBURNE COVENANT by Fabian Nicieza and Stefano Raffaele Issue #1, FC, 32pg, (FEB030017) . . . $2.99 Issue #2, FC, 32pg, (MAR030033) . . . $2.99 Issue #3, FC, 32pg, (APR030016) . . . $2.99 Issue #4, FC, 32pg, (MAY030018) . . . $2.99 BLACKBURNE COVENANT TPB by Fabian Nicieza and Stefano Raffaele SC, 104pg, FC, (SEP030026) . . . $12.95 B.P.R.D.: A PLAGUE OF FROGS by Mike Mignola and Guy Davis Issue #1, FC, 32pg, (JAN040016) . . . $2.99 Issue #2, FC, 32pg, (FEB040025) . . . $2.99 Issue #3, FC, 32pg, (MAR040032) . . . $2.99 Issue #4, FC, 32pg, (APR040103) . . . $2.99 Issue #5, FC, 32pg, (MAY040023) . . . $2.99 B.P.R.D.: A PLAGUE OF FROGS TPB by Mike Mignola and Guy Davis SC, 144pg, FC, 7" x 10", (OCT040022) . . . $17.95 B.P.R.D.: THE DEAD Issue #1, FC, 32pg, (SEP040048) . . . $2.99 Issue #2, FC, 32pg, (OCT040021) . . . $2.99 Issue #3, FC, 32pg, (NOV040030) . . . $2.99 Issue #4, FC, 32pg, (DEC040041) . . . $2.99 Issue #5, FC, 32pg, (JAN050077) . . . $2.99 B.P.R.D.: HOLLOW EARTH AND OTHER STORIES TPB by Mike Mignola and various SC, 120pg, FC, (STAR17945) . . . $17.95 B.P.R.D.: NIGHT TRAIN by Geoff Johns, Scott Kolins, Scott Kolins, and Dave Stewart FC, 32pg, (JUL030021) . . . $2.99 B.P.R.D.: THE SOUL OF VENICE by Michael Avon Oeming, Miles Gunter, and Mike Mignola FC, 32pg, (MAR030020) . . . $2.99 B.P.R.D.: THERE’S SOMETHING UNDER MY BED by Joe Harris, Adam Pollina, Guillermo Zubiaga, and Pat Brosseau FC, 32pg, (SEP030024) . . . $2.99 CRIMINAL MACABRE: A CAL MCDONALD MYSTERY by Steve Niles and Ben Templesmith Issue #1, FC, 32pg, (MAR030021) . . . $2.99 Issue #2, FC, 32pg, (APR030017) . . . $2.99 Issue #3, FC, 32pg, (MAY030019) . . . $2.99 Issue #4, FC, 32pg, (JUN030018) . . . $2.99 Issue #5, FC, 32pg, (JUL030022) . . . $2.99 CRIMINAL MACABRE: A CAL MCDONALD MYSTERY TPB by Steve Niles and Ben Templesmith SC, 168pg, FC, (JAN040023) . . . $14.95 DAMN NATION by Andrew Cosby and J. Alexander Issue #1, FC, 32pg, (DEC040038) . . . $2.99 Issue #2, FC, 32pg, (JAN050078) . . . $2.99 DARK HORSE BOOK OF HAUNTINGS HC by Mike Mignola, P. Craig Russell, Paul Chadwick, Evan Dorkin, Jill Thompson, Various HC, 96pg, FC, (STAR19413) . . . $14.95 DARK HORSE BOOK OF WITCHCRAFT HC by Mike Mignola, Evan Dorkin, Jill Thompson, Scott Morse, Various HC, 96pg, FC, () . . . $14.95 THE DEVIL’S FOOTPRINTS by Scott Allie, Paul Lee, Brian Horton Issue #1, FC, 32pg, (JAN030064) . . . $2.99 Issue #2, FC, 32pg, (FEB030034) . . . $2.99 Issue #3, FC, 32pg, (MAR030034) . . . $2.99 Issue #4, FC, 32pg, (APR030018) . . . $2.99 THE DEVIL’S FOOTPRINTS TPB by Scott Allie, Paul Lee, Brian Horton SC, 144pg, FC, (STAR20322) . . . $14.95 DRAWING ON YOUR NIGHTMARES HALLOWEEN SPECIAL by Steve Niles, Ben Templesmith, Eric Powell, Brett Matthews, Sean Phillips FC, 32pg, (AUG030023) . . . $2.99 FREAKS OF THE HEARTLAND By Steve Niles And Greg Ruth Issue #1, FC, 32pg, (NOV030015) . . . $2.99 Issue #2, FC, 32pg, (JAN040024) . . . $2.99 Issue #3, FC, 32pg, (MAR040033) . . . $2.99 Issue #4, FC, 32pg, (MAY040030) . . . $2.99 Issue #5, FC, 32pg, (JUL040032) . . . $2.99 Issue #6, FC, 32pg, (SEP040032) . . . $2.99 THE GOON by Eric Powell Issue #3, FC, 32pg, (AUG030027) . . . $2.99 Issue #4, FC, 32pg, (OCT030025) . . . $2.99 Issue #7, FC, 32pg, (APR040104) . . . $2.99 Issue #8, FC, 32pg, (JUN040030) . . . $2.99 Issue #9, FC, 32pg, (AUG040036) . . . $2.99 Issue #10, FC, 32pg, (OCT040023) . . . $2.99 Issue #11, FC, 32pg, (JAN050079) . . . $2.99 THE GOON VOLUME 0: ROUGH STUFF TPB by Eric Powell SC, 88pg, FC, (NOV030024) . . . $12.95 THE GOON VOLUME 1: NOTHIN’ BUT MISERY TPB by Eric Powell SC, 136pg, FC, (STAR19740) . . . $15.95 THE GOON VOLUME 2: MY MURDEROUS CHILDHOOD (AND OTHER GRIEVOUS YARNS)TPB by Eric Powell SC, 128pg, FC, (FEB040029) . . . $13.95 THE GOON VOLUME 3: HEAPS OF RUINATION TPB by Eric Powell SC, 120pg, FC, (NOV040037) . . . $12.95 GRENDEL CYCLE by Matt Wagner FC, 64pg (STAR01825) . . . $5.95 GRENDEL: BLACK, WHITE, & RED TPB created and written by Matt Wagner; illustrated by John Paul Leon, Tim Sale, Duncan Fegredo, Paul Chadwick, David Mack, Jason Pearson, Chris Sprouse, and more! b&w&red, 200pg (STAR11757) . . . $18.95 GRENDEL: THE DEVIL INSIDE TPB by Matt Wagner and Bernie Mireault SC, 88pg, FC, (SEP030020) . . . $12.95 GRENDEL: DEVIL’S LEGACY TPB by Matt Wagner and Arnold & Jacob Pander SC, 328pg, FC, (STAR15437) . . . $29.95 GRENDEL: DEVIL’S REIGN by Matt Wagner and Tim Sale Issue #1, FC, 32pg, (MAR040039), $3.50 Issue #2, FC, 32pg, (APR040115), $3.50 Issue #3, FC, 32pg, (MAY040044), $3.50 Issue #4, FC, 32pg, (JUN040027), $3.50 Issue #5, FC, 32pg, (JUL040034), $3.50 Issue #6, FC, 32pg, (SEP040033), $3.50 Issue #7, FC, 32pg, (OCT040024), $3.50 GRENDEL: GOD AND THE DEVIL by Matt Wagner and Tim Sale Issue #0, FC, 32pg, (NOV020018) . . . $3.50 Issue #1, FC, 32pg, (DEC020026) . . . $3.50 Issue #2, FC, 32pg, (JAN030085) . . . $3.50 Issue #3, FC, 32pg, (FEB030054) . . . $3.50 Issue #4, FC, 32pg, (MAR030037) . . . $3.50 Issue #5, FC, 32pg, (APR030031) . . . $3.50 Issue #6, FC, 32pg, (MAY030033) . . . $3.50 Issue #7, FC, 32pg, (JUN030027) . . . $3.50 Issue #8, FC, 32pg, (JUL030029) . . . $3.50 Issue #9, FC, 32pg, (AUG030033) . . . $3.50 Issue #10, FC, 48pg, (SEP030019) . . . $4.99 GRENDEL: PAST PRIME GN By Matt Wagner And Greg Rucka SC, 208pg, b&w (STAR11493) . . . $14.95 GRENDEL: RED, WHITE, & BLACK by Matt Wagner and various Issue #1, b&w&red, 48pg, (JUL020017) . . . $4.95 Issue #2, b&w&red, 48pg, (AUG020022) . . . $4.95 Issue #3, b&w&red, 48pg, (SEP020020) . . . $4.95 Issue #4, b&w&red, 48pg, (OCT020019) . . . $4.95 GRENDEL: THE DEVIL INSIDE TPB by Matt Wagner and Bernie Mireault SC, 88pg, FC, (SEP030020) . . . $12.95 GRENDEL TALES: THE DEVIL MAY CARE TPB by Terry Laban and Peter Doherty SC, 160pg, FC, (STAR17671) . . . $19.95 GRENDEL TALES: HOMECOMING TPB by Pat McEown and Dave Cooper; cover by Matt Wagner SC, 64pg, FC (STAR11494) . . . $7.95 ART OF HELLBOY TPB by Mike Mignola SC, 200pg, FC, (DEC030029) . . . $29.95 HELLBOY: ART OF THE MOVIE TPB by Guillermo Del Toro, Mike Mignola, Wayne Barlowe, Ty Ellingson SC, 200pg FC, (DEC030030) . . . $24.95 HELLBOY VOLUME 1: SEED OF DESTRUCTION TPB by Mike Mignola SC, 128pg, FC, (NOV030025) . . . $17.95 HELLBOY VOLUME 2: WAKE THE DEVIL TPB by Mike Mignola SC, 144pg, FC, (NOV030026) . . . $17.95 HELLBOY VOLUME 3: THE CHAINED COFFIN AND OTHERS TPB by Mike Mignola SC, 168pg, FC, (NOV030027) . . . $17.95 HELLBOY VOLUME 4: THE RIGHT HAND OF DOOM TPB by Mike Mignola SC, 144pg, FC, (NOV030028) . . . $17.95 HELLBOY VOLUME 5: CONQUEROR WORM TPB by Mike Mignola SC, 144pg, FC, (NOV030029) . . . $17.95 HELLBOY JUNIOR by Mike Mignola, Bill Wray, Dave Cooper, Stephen Destefano, Pat McEown, Hilary Barta, Glenn Barr, and Kevin Nowlan SC, 120pg, FC, (OCT030023) . . . $14.95 HELLBOY: THE BONES OF GIANTS ILLUSTRATED NOVEL by Mike Mignola and Christopher Golden b&w, 200pg (STAR14867) . . . $14.95 HELLBOY: ODD JOBS TPB by Mike Mignola, Christopher Golden, and others SC, 216pg, FC, 6" x 9" (STAR10486) . . . $14.95 HELLBOY: ODDER JOBS TPB by Frank Darabont, Charles de Lint, Thomas Sniegoski, Guillermo del Toro, and various SC, 216pg, FC, 6" x 9" (JUL040043) . . . $14.95 HELLBOY: WEIRD TALES VOLUME 1 TPB by John Cassaday, Joe Casey, Jason Pearson, Mike Mignola, and others SC, 128pg, FC, (SEP030025) , , , $17.95 HELLBOY: WEIRD TALES VOLUME 2 TPB by John Cassaday, P. Craig Russell, J. H. Williams, Scott Morse, Evan Dorkin, Jill Thompson, Gene Colan, Jim Starlin, Kia Asamiya, Craig Thompson, and various SC, 144pg, FC, (JUL040036) , , , $17.95 KINGDOM OF THE WICKED HC by Ian Edginton and D'Israeli HC, 120pg, FC, (SEP040059). . . $15.95 LAST TRAIN TO DEADSVILLE: A CAL MCDONALD MYSTERY by Steve Niles and Kelley Jones Issue #1, FC, 32pg (MAR040023) . . . $2.99 Issue #2, FC, 32pg (APR040106) . . . $2.99 Issue #3, FC, 32pg (MAY040031) . . . $2.99 Issue #4, FC, 32pg (JUN040040) . . . $2.99 LAZARUS JACK TPB by Mark Ricketts and Horacio Domingues SC, 128pg, FC, (JUN040029) . . . $14.95 LOVE ME TENDERLOIN: A CAL MCDONALD MYSTERY (ONE-SHOT) by Steve Niles and Ben Templesmith FC, 32pg, (NOV030017) . . . $2.99 MILKMAN MURDERS by Joe Casey and Steve Parkhouse Issue #1, FC, 32pg, (MAY040022) . . . $2.99 Issue #2, FC, 32pg, (JUN040039) . . . $2.99 Issue #3, FC, 32pg, (JUL040035) . . . $2.99 Issue #4, FC, 32pg, (AUG040038) . . . $2.99 THE NAIL by Steve Niles, Rob Zombie, and Nat Jones Issue #1, FC, 32pg, (APR040100) . . . $2.99 Issue #2, FC, 32pg, (MAY040021) . . . $2.99 Issue #3, FC, 32pg, (JUN040041) . . . $2.99 Issue #4, FC, 32pg, (JUL040033) . . . $2.99 KAZUO KOIKE RELIST LONE WOLF AND CUB by Kazuo Koike and Goseki Kojima VOLUME 1: THE ASSASSIN’S ROAD TPB SC, 304pg, b&w, 4" x 6"(STAR11783) . . . $9.95 VOLUME 2: THE GATELESS BARRIER TPB SC, 304pg, b&w, 4" x 6" (STAR11929) . . . $9.95 VOLUME 3: THE FLUTE OF THE FALLEN TIGER TPB SC, 320pg, b&w, 4" x 6" (STAR12325) . . . $9.95 VOLUME 4: THE BELL WARDEN TPB SC, 320pg, b&w, 4" x 6" (STAR12326). . . $9.95 VOLUME 5: BLACK WIND TPB SC, 288pg, b&w, 4" x 6" (STAR12634). . . $9.95 VOLUME 6: LANTERNS FOR THE DEAD TPB SC, 288pg, b&w, 4" x 6" (STAR12817) . . . $9.95 VOLUME 7: CLOUD DRAGON, WIND TIGER TPB SC, 320pg, b&w, 4" x 6" (STAR13112) . . . $9.95 VOLUME 8: CHAINS OF DEATH TPB by Kazuo Koike and Goseki Kojima SC, 304pg, b&w, 4" x 6" (STAR13290) . . . $9.95 VOLUME 9: ECHO OF THE ASSASSIN TPB SC, 288pg, b&w, 4" x 6" (STAR13578) . . . $9.95 VOLUME 10: HOSTAGE CHILD TPB SC, 320pg, b&w, 4" x 6" (STAR13691) . . . $9.95 VOLUME 11: TALISMAN OF HADES TPB SC, 320pg, b&w, 4" x 6" (STAR13906) . . . $9.95 VOLUME 12: SHATTERED STONES TPB SC, 304pg, b&w, 4" x 6" (STAR14042) . . . $9.95 VOLUME 13: THE MOON IN THE EAST, THE SUN IN THE WEST TPB SC, 320pg, b&w, 4" x 6" (STAR14486) . . . $9.95 VOLUME 14: DAY OF THE DEMONS TPB SC, 320pg, b&w, 4" x 6" (STAR14742) . . . $9.95 VOLUME 15: BROTHERS OF THE GRASS TPB SC, 352pg, b&w, 4" x 6" (STAR14652) . . . $9.95 VOLUME 16: THE GATEWAY INTO WINTER TPB SC, 320pg, b&w, 4" x 6" (STAR14990) . . . $9.95 VOLUME 17: THE WILL OF THE FANG TPB SC, 320pg, b&w, 4" x 6" (STAR15112) . . . $9.95 VOLUME 18: THE LAST KUROKUWA TPB SC, 320pg, b&w, 4" x 6" (STAR15201) . . . $9.95 VOLUME 19: THE MOON IN OUR HEARTS TPB SC, 320pg, b&w, 4" x 6" (STAR15438) . . . $9.95 VOLUME 20: A TASTE OF POISON TPB SC, 320pg, b&w, 4" x 6" (STAR15649) . . . $9.95 VOLUME 21: FRAGRANCE OF DEATH TPB SC, 320pg, 4" 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Packaged as a work of art itself with a printed belly-band all inside a poly bag (JUN040085) . . . $4.99 KATSUYA TERADA COVER GIRLS PORTFOLIO Six 13 1/2"x 10 3/8" color prints in folder (MAY040104) . . . $19.99 TRIGUN T-SHIRT: KITTY Short sleeve babydoll/white with black cap sleeves and collar/Adult S-XL . . . $17.99 TRIGUN T-SHIRT: KITTY Plain tee/Tan/Adult M-XL . . . $17.99 XXL . . . $19.99 TRIGUN T-SHIRT: COVER Plain tee/Black/Adult M-XL . . . $17.99 XXL . . . $19.99 TRIGUN T-SHIRT: CROSS Long Sleeve tee/Black/Adult M-XL . . . $24.99 XXL . . . $25.99 ********************************** DC COMICS Batman BATMAN: JOURNEY INTO KNIGHT #1 Written by Andrew Helfer Art by Tan Eng Huat Cover by Pat Lee Get ready for an explosive 12-issue maxiseries written by Andy Helfer (THE SHADOW) with art by Tan Eng Huat (JLA) and covers by Pat Lee (SUPERMAN/BATMAN) that explores the formative years of the Dark Knight! This thrilling maxiseries begins as Batman attempts to save a young girl from being robbed, only to learn that the young girl isn’t so innocent after all. This incident leads an undercover Bruce Wayne from Gotham City’s club scene to an airliner filled with the bodies of the freshly dead! To make matters worse, the bodies have been infected with a deadly plague…and so has Bruce Wayne! The danger and mystery are just beginning as Wayne sets off on a powerful Journey into Knight! On sale August 17 • 1 of 12 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US Edited by Mike Carlin DETECTIVE COMICS #809 Written by Andersen Gabrych Art by Pete Woods & Bit and Tommy Castillo & Rodney Ramos Cover by Jock In Part 1 of the 4-part weekly shipping “War Crimes,” crossing over with BATMAN, the truth about “War Games” is revealed! Now one of Batman’s former supporters is out to tear him apart! Plus, Part 2 of “The Beast Beneath,” by Gabrych, Castillo & Ramos. On sale August 3 • 40 pg, FC, $2.99 US BATMAN #643 Written by Bill Willingham Art by Giuseppe Camuncoli & Sandra Hope Cover by Jock Part 2 of the 4-issue crossover “War Crimes!” A long-lost nemesis of the Bat returns to exact revenge for a painful personal loss while someone poses as Batman in a public place! Plus, the return of the Joker! On sale August 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US DETECTIVE COMICS #810 Written by Andersen Gabrych Art by Pete Woods & Bit and Tommy Castillo & Rodney Ramos Cover by Jock Part 3 of the 4-part “War Crimes!” It’s an old-fashioned throwdown when Batman and the Joker lock horns! Plus, the conclusion of “The Beast Beneath.” Please note: David Lapham’s 12-part “City of Crime” continues in September’s DETECTIVE COMICS #811. On sale August 17 • 40 pg, FC, $2.99 US BATMAN #644 Written by Bill Willingham Art by Giuseppe Camuncoli & Sandra Hope Cover by Jock The jaw-dropping conclusion of the 4-part “War Crimes!” Batman faces two of his deadliest enemies: criminal mastermind Black Mask and the maniacal Joker! Don’t miss the shock ending that will remove a long-standing character from Batman’s life forever! On sale August 24 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US BATGIRL #67 Written by Andersen Gabrych Art and cover by Alé Garza & Jesse Delperdang Guest-starring the Birds of Prey! On a quest to learn the identity of her mother, Cassandra Cain must travel to the Aegean Sea to find the elusive Lady Shiva. But to track down the world’s deadliest assassin, Batgirl requires assistance from the Birds of Prey! It’s high-flying adventure as the Bat and the Birds team up! On sale August 17 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US BATMAN: GOTHAM KNIGHTS #68 Written by A.J. Lieberman Art by Al Barrionuevo & Bit Cover by Cliff Chiang While a prisoner of Hush, Alfred discovered that the villain wasn’t Tommy Elliot after all — but Alfred suffered partial amnesia, silencing the truth. Now Alfred recalls the shocking events of that night, but Hush comes to an even greater revelation! On sale August 31 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US BATMAN: LEGENDS OF THE DARK KNIGHT #194 Written by J.H. Williams III & Dan Curtis Johnson Art and cover by Seth Fisher Part 3 of the 5-part “Snow.” Batman’s surveillance team discovers the secret a corporation has kept that has transformed an ordinary research scientist into a mad menace to himself and all of Gotham! On sale August 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US BATMAN: WAR DRUMS TP Written by Bill Willingham and Andersen Gabrych Art by Pete Woods, Damion Scott, Brad Walker, Cam Smith & Troy Nixey Cover by James Jean Reoffered to coincide with the “War Crimes” crossover, this collection features stories from DETECTIVE COMICS #790-#796 and ROBIN #126-#128 that were a prelude to the pivotal WAR GAMES story! Leslie Thompkins vanishes and Robin is replaced by Spoiler! On sale August 3 • 256 pg, FC, $17.99 US • RELIST ROBIN ARCHIVES VOL. 1 HC Written by Bill Finger and others Art by Jim Mooney, Win Mortimer, Curt Swan, Dick Sprang, Jack Burnley,Charles Paris, Jim Mooney, John Giunta, John Fischetti and Win Mortimer Cover by Win Mortimer Don’t miss the first archive edition focusing on the early adventures of Robin, collecting stories from STAR-SPANGLED COMICS #65-85 (1947-1948)! Presented here are 21 exciting Golden Age solo adventures of The Boy Wonder featuring the talents of Bob Kane, Bill Finger, Curt Swan, Dick Sprang, Jim Mooney, Win Mortimer and more of comics' finest writers and artists! On sale August 31 • 256 pg, FC, $49.99 US NIGHTWING #111 Written by Devin Grayson Art by Cliff Chiang & Ande Parks Cover by Phil Hester & Parks Dick Grayson’s gone undercover — maybe too far undercover! When the criminals whose trust he’s earned stab him in the back, the parts of his life that have been under wraps come to the surface. And why is Deathstroke, the man who knows way too much about Nightwing’s life, at the head of Dick’s crime world? On sale August 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US ROBIN #141 Written by Bill Willingham Art and cover by Scott McDaniel & Andy Owens As Tim prepares to make the biggest decision of his life — whether or not to leave Batman’s employ for a Black Ops job in the U.S. government — an old flame comes back into his life. The problem? This one died in the Gotham Gang War. Love has never been so creepy! On sale August 24 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US BATMAN: JEKYLL & HYDE #5 Written by Paul Jenkins Art and cover by Sean Phillips Poisoned by Two-Face, a struggling Batman enlists the help of Commissioner Gordon to stop Two-Face from contaminating Gotham City’s water supply. But that’s exactly what Two-Face wants, as Harvey Dent takes his “Jekyll & Hyde” serum to the citizens of Gotham, leaving Batman and Gordon helpless to stop him! On sale August 24 • 5 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US CATWOMAN #46 Written by Will Pfeifer Art by Pete Woods Cover by Adam Hughes Catwoman must deal with the ramifications of making a deal with Hush! Is Selina a villain or hero? As the East End of Gotham becomes flooded with supervillains looking to stake a claim, Catwoman realizes there’s only one way to beat an army of bad guys — join’em! On sale August 31 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US CATWOMAN: WILD RIDE TP Written by Ed Brubaker Art by Cameron Stewart, Guy Davis and Nick Derington Cover by Stewart A thrilling new collection featuring CATWOMAN #20-24! After the horrifying events in CATWOMAN: RELENTLESS, Selina and Holly look for relaxation on a road trip — but they’re in for way more than they bargained for! Guest-starring Wildcat, Hawkman, Hawkgirl, Captain Cold and more. On sale August 24 • 128 pg, FC, $14.99 US GOTHAM CENTRAL #34 Written by Greg Rucka & Ed Brubaker Art by Kano & Stefano Gaudiano Cover by Sean Phillips Guest-starring the Teen Titans! The cops have what appears to be Robin’s dead body in the Gotham Morgue. And with an uncooperative Batman in Gotham City, the only people to turn to for answers may be the Teen Titans! On sale August 3 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US Superman SUPERGIRL #1 Written by Jeph Loeb Art by Ian Churchill & Norm Rapmund Covers by Churchill & Rapmund and Michael Turner Superstar writer Jeph Loeb and the red-hot art team of Ian Churchill & Norm Rapmund join forces to deliver a new monthly series spinning out of the sell-out run in SUPERMAN/BATMAN featuring the adventures of Superman's cousin from Krypton, the one and only Kara Zor-el! Kara's story begins with the same brand of high-flying adventure as she begins her whirlwind tour of the DCU! And the first hero she squares off against is Power Girl! Before this tale guest-starring the JSA is complete, secrets behind the origins of both will be revealed! Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers by Ian Churchill & Norm Rapmund (75%) Michael Turner (25%). The Turner cover is shown above; please see page 53 for the Churchill cover. On sale August 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US Edited by Eddie Berganza SUPERGIRL #0 Written by Jeph Loeb Art and cover by Ian Churchill & Norm Rapmund A new printing of the amazing story by SUPERGIRL creative team Jeph Loeb, Ian Churchill & Norm Rapmund originally presented in SUPERMAN/BATMAN #19. Now that Kara Zor-El has accepted her role as Supergirl, what will she do with it? And just how powerful is she? How will her life impact Batman and Superman? This issue is the starting point of an incredible journey that leads into SUPERGIRL #1! On sale August 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US SUPERMAN/BATMAN: SUPERGIRL HC Written by Jeph Loeb Art and cover by Michael Turner Reoffered to coincide with SUPERGIRL #1, this volume features her first appearance in the best-selling SUPERMAN/BATMAN #8-13! What’s her connection to Superman? Why does Wonder Woman want to hide her from the outside world? Will Darkseid succeed in recruiting her into doing his bidding? On sale August 10 • 160 pg, FC, $19.95 US • RELIST SUPERMAN/BATMAN: PUBLIC ENEMIES TP Written by Jeph Loeb Art by Ed McGuinness & Dexter Vines and Tim Sale Cover by McGuinness & Vines Reoffered to coincide with SUPERGIRL #1, this fantastic trade paperback collects the first six issues of the hit series. The World’s Finest take on a top-secret team backed by Lex Luthor! Plus, a 2-page story by Loeb & Tim Sale and a sketchbook section by McGuinness! On sale August 10 • 160 pg, FC, $12.99 US • RELIST SUPERMAN #220 Written by Mark Verheiden Art by Tony Daniel & Marlo Alquiza Cover by Ed Benes It’s the return of the Supermen! In the aftermath of the "Sacrifice" and "The Insiders" story arcs, Superman and Superboy find their way to the ruins of the old Fortress of Solitude in the Arctic with John Henry Irons to check on the missing Eradicator. Unfortunately, the Eradicator still believes Krypton’s sons are rogues, and he’s prepared to take care of that problem! On sale August 3 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN #643 Written by Greg Rucka Art and cover by Karl Kerschl After the cataclysmic events of "Sacrifice," Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman reach a turning point in their relationship. Where do they go from here? On sale August 17 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US ACTION COMICS #830 Written by Gail Simone Art by John Byrne & Nelson Cover by Dan Jurgens & Kevin Nowlan A VILLAINS UNITED tie-in! The Society comes to Metropolis to offer the city protection — over Superman's dead body! On sale August 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US SUPERMAN/BATMAN #22 Written by Jeph Loeb Art and cover by Ed McGuinness & Dexter Vines The creative team-supreme writer Jeph Loeb and artists Ed McGuinness & Dexter Vines ratchet up the intensity in Part 3 of the 6-part “With a Vengeance!” After revealing the mysterious puppet master who has sent the Maximums after Superman and Batman, the World's Finest heroes make a daring escape! But they'll never escape alive when they come face to face with…themselves? It can't get more lethal than when they travel "All Across the Universes!" Minus…not introducing the startling Bizarro and Batzarro! Retailers please note: This issue is resolicited. All previous orders are cancelled. On sale August 31 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US SUPERMAN: THE MAN OF STEEL VOL. 4 TP Written by John Byrne, Marv Wolfman and Paul Levitz Art by Byrne, Jerry Ordway, Terry Austin, Dick Giordano and others Cover by Ordway The fourth collection featuring Superman tales from the 1980s, featuring SUPERMAN #7-8, ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN #430-431, ACTION COMICS #590, 591, and LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES #37-38! Superman encounters Rampage for the first time, has a rematch with Mammoth, contends with a mysterious Superboy, and more! On sale August 3 • 192 pg, FC, $19.99 US SUPERMAN: MAN OF STEEL VOL. 3 TP Written by John Byrne & Marv Wolfman Art by Byrne, Jerry Ordway, Terry Austin, Dick Giordano, Karl Kesel and Mike Machlan Cover by Ordway Reoffered to coincide with SUPERMAN: MAN OF STEEL VOL. 4, the third collection of Superman stories from the ’80s reprints SUPERMAN #4-6, ACTION COMICS #587-589, and ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN #427-429! On sale August 3 • 208 pg, FC, $19.95 US • RELIST DC Universe IDENTITY CRISIS HC Written by Brad Meltzer Art by Rags Morales & Michael Bair Covers by Morales & Bair and Michael Turner The most talked-about and successful miniseries of 2004 — the story that has created ripple effects throughout the DC Universe for many years to come — is now available in a stunning hardcover volume! New York Times best-selling author Brad Meltzer (GREEN ARROW) teams with artists Rags Morales & Michael Bair (WONDER WOMAN) and cover artist Michael Turner (SUPERMAN/BATMAN) to deliver an all- too-human look into the lives of super-heroes, and the terrible price they pay for doing good. When the spouse of a JLA member is brutally murdered, the entire super-hero community searches for the killer, fearing their own loved ones may be the next targets! But before the mystery is fully solved, a number of long-buried secrets rise to the surface, threatening to tear apart and divide the heroes before they can bring the mysterious killer to justice. Bonus features for this special hardcover edition include extended commentary by Meltzer and Morales, the rest of the creative team talking about their favorite moments, a look at Morales's sketchbook and more! Retailers please note: This hardcover will ship in two editions available on different order lines featuring covers by Morales & Bair (BOOK MARKET VERSION) and Turner (DIRECT MARKET VERSION). See order form for details. Advance-solicited; on sale September 8 • 264 pg, FC, 24.99 US AQUAMAN #33 Written by John Arcudi Art and cover by Patrick Gleason & Christian Alamy Black Manta shows up in Sub Diego, but he’s not looking for a fight. Not yet, anyway! Tempest, on the other hand, seems to be just itching for one — with Aquaman. But what are they fighting over? Aquaman’s wife, Mera! On sale August 3 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US BLOOD OF THE DEMON #6 Written by John Byrne & Will Pfeifer Art by Byrne & Nekros Cover by Byrne Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman attempt to track down Jason Blood, who is dedicated to ensuring that Etrigan can never be freed again! On sale August 3 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US ADAM STRANGE: PLANET HEIST TP Written by Andy Diggle Art and cover by Pascal Ferry Don’t miss a gorgeous new trade paperback collecting the red-hot 8-issue miniseries written by Andy Diggle (THE LOSERS) with art by Pascal Ferry (ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN) that led up to THE RANN-THANAGAR WAR! Heroic adventurer Adam Strange was ready to abandon Earth and join his wife and daughter on his adopted homeworld of Rann forever, but the newly perfected Zeta- Beam that was to transport him there never came. Now he’s trapped on Earth, desperate with worry that something terrible may have happened to his world and his family. But the truth is far worse than even his darkest imaginings. Something terrible is coming. And an ordinary Earthman may be the only thing that stands in the way of universal Armageddon! On sale August 10 • 192 pg, FC, $19.99 US BIRDS OF PREY #85 Written by Gail Simone Art by Joe Bennett & Jack Jadson Cover by Adriana Melo “Battle Within” concludes as Oracle risks everything to fight the Brainiac virus on her own! Plus, Canary begs Huntress to rejoin the team. The future of the Birds hangs in the balance in this issue! Plus, don’t miss the Birds of Prey guest appearance in BATGIRL #67! On sale August 17 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US BREACH #8 Written by Bob Harras Art by Marcos Martin & Alvaro Lopez Cover by Martin The all-out battle between Breach and Talia’s Kobra forces reaches a climax! The battle draws the attention of Superman, who only wants to help, but Breach remembers their last encounter and the lives that were lost as a result! On sale August 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US DAY OF VENGEANCE #5 Written by Bill Willingham Art by Justiniano & Walden Wong Cover by Walter Simonson The 6-issue miniseries spinning from COUNTDOWN TO INFINITE CRISIS explodes as Black Alice from BIRDS OF PREY joins the fray! But is her power enough to turn the tide against the Spectre’s mad quest to extinguish all magic in the DCU? On sale August 24 • 5 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US DC SPECIAL: THE RETURN OF DONNA TROY #3 & 4 Written by Phil Jimenez Art by José Luis García-López & George Pérez Cover by Jimenez & Pérez The miniseries restoring one of the DCU’s most powerful heroines reaches a startling conclusion as it ships twice in August! In issue #3, the Teen Titans and the Outsiders fight for the soul of long-lost comrade Donna Troy in a battle that literally drives to the core of an endangered planet — and reveals a shocking secret! And in issue #4’s stunning conclusion, it’s the Teen Titans and the Outsiders against the power of the Titans of Myth — and Donna Troy must choose sides for once and for all! Issue #3 on sale August 3; issue #4 on sale August 24 3 and 4 of 4 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US DC’S GREATEST IMAGINARY STORIES TP Written by Otto Binder, Bill Finger, Jerry Siegel and others Art by Bob Kane, Dick Sprang, Curt Swan and others Cover by Brian Bolland DC Comics collects some of the best imaginary stories featuring Superman, Supergirl, Batman, and the Flash from 1946-1967! Featuring an introduction by Comics Buyer's Guide's Craig Shutt, and a new Brian Bolland cover! On sale August 3 • 192 pg, FC, $19.99 US DOOM PATROL #15 Written by John Byrne Art by Byrne & Doug Hazlewood Cover by Byrne Sun City Central Hospital has a problem — all of the patients are dead! Robotman and Elasti-Girl go to investigate, but what they discover might just suck the life out of them — literally! Meanwhile, Nudge has her own medical problems and Larry gets a new “old” look! On sale August 31 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US FIRESTORM #16 Written by Stuart Moore Art by Jamal Igle & Rob Stull Cover by Matt Haley The 2-part “Secret Origins” concludes as Firestorm merges with an unexpected partner in a desperate attempt to defeat the Pionic Man. Plus, exploding stars! Knitting needles! Mother substitutes! And a shock ending that takes Jason into VILLAINS UNITED! On sale August 3 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US GREEN ARROW #53 Written by Judd Winick Art by Tom Fowler & Rodney Ramos Cover by Cliff Chiang “Heading into the Light,” Part 2 of 4. Green Arrow and Black Lightning face off against the malevolent Mirror Master! But even as they contend with one of the Flash’s most fearsome foes, our heroes are left to wonder if someone much scarier is behind the latest Star City scourge! On sale August 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US THE FLASH #225 Written by Geoff Johns Art and cover by Howard Porter & Livesay Do not miss the unbelievable conclusion of the 6-part “Rogue War!” It’s all been leading up to this! The fate of the Rogues’ plan to control their own destiny — and that of Wally West — comes to a head! On sale August 24 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US GREEN LANTERN #4 Written by Geoff Johns Art and cover by Ethan Van Sciver Red-hot artist Ethan Van Sciver (GREEN LANTERN: REBIRTH) illustrates a story guest-starring Kilowog! What does a strange alien autopsy have to do with Hector Hammond? And what part does it play in a dark conspiracy, years in the making, against Green Lantern? Plus, something is stirring in the waters around Coast City… On sale August 31 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US HAWKMAN #43 Written by Justin Gray & Jimmy Palmiotti Art by Joe Bennett & Kevin Sharpe Cover by Bennett & Ruy Jose This is it! The issue you've been waiting for is here, as the secret history of the Golden Eagle is revealed! On sale August 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US THE HUMAN RACE #6 Written by Ben Raab Art by Justiniano & Walden Wong Cover by Justiniano Nymph struggles with the woman she thinks is her beloved’s ex-girlfriend. Ulysses struggles with trying to remain human despite his extrahuman “gifts.” Sensei struggles with his past, and all of Shuster’s Glen struggles under quarantine! On sale August 17 • 6 of 7 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US JACK CROSS #1 Written by Warren Ellis Art and cover by Gary Erskine A scary world demands a scary man — and that man’s high-flying adventures unfold in JACK CROSS, a thrilling new ongoing series written by Warren Ellis (TRANSMETROPOLITAN, OCEAN) with art by Gary Erskine (THE FILTH, Star Wars: X-Wing Rogue Squadron)! Jack Cross is a one-man solution to direct threats to America’s freedoms. Hired by the enigmatic Karen Huang of the National Security Council, Cross is placed into flashpoint situations with carte blanche to solve problems. He works for hire, but not for money — he’ll only fight for the right cause. And when it is, there’s nothing Cross won’t do to get the job done! On sale August 24 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US Edited by Joey Cavalieri JUSTICE #1 Written by Jim Krueger and Alex Ross Art by Doug Braithwaite & Ross Covers by Ross Get ready for a classic-yet-fresh new look at the Justice League of America, imagined by fan-favorite painter Alex Ross (JLA: LIBERTY & JUSTICE, KINGDOM COME) and writer Jim Krueger (Earth X, Universe X) with pencil art by Doug Braithwaite (Paradise X) painted by Ross! The members of the fabled Justice League of America are about to learn they aren’t the only ones who can band together toward a common goal. The greatest criminal masterminds of our time appear to be acting in concert — but with a surprising plan that seeks to achieve more good than the JLA ever could! How is that possible? Witness an unbelievable story unfold over the course of 12 eye-popping bimonthly issues! Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers by Alex Ross, featuring heroes (50%) and villains (50%). See order form for JUSTICE LEAGUE: SUPERMAN ACTION FIGURE EXCLUSIVE ordering information. On sale August 17 • 1 of 12 • 40 pg, FC, $2.99 US Edited by Joey Cavalieri JLA #117 Written by Geoff Johns & Allan Heinberg Art by Chris Batista & Mark Farmer Cover by Rags Morales & Farmer In Part 3 of the 5-part “Crisis of Conscience” Batman has left the JLA, to fight! The Secret Society of Super-Villains knows all of the secrets of the JLA, and their first target is Superman’s wife, Lois Lane! But after a fierce battle, will the heroes decide to mind-wipe the villains once again? On sale August 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US JLA CLASSIFIED #11 Written by Warren Ellis Art by Butch Guice Cover by Michael Stribling Part 2 of the 6-part “New Maps of Hell,” written by Warren Ellis (TRANSMETROPOLITAN, OCEAN) with art by Butch Guice (Ruse, OLYMPUS)! While Lois Lane investigates a string of suicides at LexCorp, the JLA must contend with several sudden emergencies — all of which begin with an unexplained explosion and end with a mysterious glowing object. On sale August 31 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US JSA #76 Written by Geoff Johns Art by David Lopez & Fernando Blanco Cover by Alex Ross Featuring guest art by David Lopez & Fernando Blanco (FALLEN ANGEL)! In the aftermath of the devastating “Black Vengeance” story, the JSA must regroup and reassess their purpose — but Hawkman harbors a secret that will change the JSA’s role in the DCU forever! Plus, Mr. Terrific begins his hunt for Roulette! On sale August 3 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US JUSTICE LEAGUE ELITE VOL. 1 TP Written by Joe Kelly Art by Doug Mahnke, Tom Nguyen, John Byrne and others Cover by Ron Garney & Dan Green An exciting saga dealing with a schism within the ranks of the JLA is presented in this new collection, featuring ACTION COMICS #775, JLA #100, JLA SECRET FILES 2004 (lead story), and JUSTICE LEAGUE ELITE #1-4! Several Leaguers go undercover to work with Vera Black and her super-powered team, the Elite. On sale August 31 • 208 pg, FC, $19.99 US JSA: LOST TP Written by Geoff Johns Art by Dave Gibbons, Jerry Ordway, Sean Phillips and others Cover by Jerome K. Moore A new collection including JSA #59-67, featuring a thrilling story arc and a tie-in to IDENTITY CRISIS! The JSA visit old friends and new as they rectify injustices, aware that as they fix one problem, an even larger one is brewing in the timestream! On sale August 17 • 208 pg, FC, $19.99 US LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES #9 Written by Mark Waid Art by Art Thibert Cover by Barry Kitson The 30th century’s hottest team nears the breaking point! Layer upon layer of intrigue is revealed as the Legion's two factions are pushed to the brink, while Cosmic Boy is faced with a deadly decision that could change the face of his team forever. On sale August 24 • 40 pg, FC, $2.99 US JSA CLASSIFIED #2 Written by Geoff Johns Art and cover by Amanda Conner & Jimmy Palmiotti The new series continues with a story shedding light on the origin of the mysterious Power Girl! On her way to Metropolis, Power Girl is confronted by three brave heroes from the far future. But the "reunion" is interrupted before it begins by the menace of Mordru! Meanwhile, a shocking new member of the Secret Society of Super- Villains is revealed. On sale August 24 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US MANHUNTER #13 Written by Marc Andreyko Art by Javier Pina & Fernando Blanco Cover by Adriana Melo This issue of MANHUNTER ties into THE OMAC PROJECT as Kate Spencer and Cameron Chase are on the run from Brother Eye! Can Project Manhunter’s secrets be unraveled before it’s too late? On sale August 17 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US THE OMAC PROJECT #5 Written by Greg Rucka Art by Jesus Saiz Cover by Ladrönn The penultimate issue of the miniseries spinning out of COUNTDOWN TO INFINITE CRISIS! Checkmate rallies against the terrifying power of Brother Eye as the satellite begins to execute an apocalyptic final protocol! Can they succeed where the JLA failed? On sale August 24 • 5 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US OUTSIDERS #27 Written by Peter Tomasi Art by Will Conrad & Sean Parsons Cover by Kevin Nowlan Batman and Katana guest-star in the explosive conclusion to “Tick Tock!” Batman and The Outsiders are together again as the sins of the past blast back, forcing the team into a confrontation with a deadly terror that is not what it seems. On sale August 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US SON OF VULCAN #3 Written by Scott Beatty Art and cover by Keron Grant Guest-starring Green Lantern John Stewart and the JLA! As the super-hero community reacts to the news of another champion lost, Vulcan's killer is revealed! Meanwhile, Mikey Devante has bigger problems than losing his mentor and inheriting powers he can't control: Vulcan's Forge is trying to kill him! On sale August 3 • 3 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US RANN-THANAGAR WAR #4 Written by Dave Gibbons Art and cover by Ivan Reis & Marc Campos The galaxy-shaking war reaches new heights in this miniseries springing out of COUNTDOWN TO INFINITE CRISIS! As the greatest warriors in the universe battle, one of Thanagar's greatest enemies stands revealed with conquest on his mind. Beware the destructive might of Onimar Synn! On sale August 10 • 4 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US SEVEN SOLDIERS: KLARION THE WITCH-BOY #3 Written by Grant Morrison Art and cover by Frazer Irving The SEVEN SOLDIERS saga continues to unfold! Klarion has escaped his underground home in Limbo Town and found himself on the streets of New York City. Can the Witch-Boy avoid the clutches of the evil Mister Melmoth and the Deviant Ones, or will he welcome them? On sale August 17 • 3 of 4 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US SEVEN SOLDIERS: SHINING KNIGHT #4 Written by Grant Morrison Art and cover by Simone Bianchi The SHINING KNIGHT’s saga concludes with the terrifying showdown between Justin and Galahad, the Perfect Knight, the last survivors of the Round Table! Brought back from the dead and corrupted beyond measure, the Perfect Knight has become a monstrous cannibal in the service of Gloriana, the evil Queen of the invading Sheeda hordes. Can Justin survive in the face of an onslaught from the deadliest of all his former allies? And can the lessons he has learned in the 21st century prevail against the power of Summer's End and the fury of the Perfect Knight? On sale August 31 • 4 of 4 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US SOLO #6 Written by Brian Azzarello, Chuck Dixon, John Arcudi, Joe Kelly and Andrew Helfer Art and cover by Jordi Bernet Spanish comic book artist extraordinaire Jordi Bernet (BATMAN: BLACK AND WHITE VOL. 2) dives into issue #6 of SOLO! Bernet teams up with some of today’s best writers, illustrating tales of horror and revenge by Brian Azzarello, John Arcudi, Joe Kelly, Andrew Helfer and Chuck Dixon. Featuring stories from the Old West, 1950s Las Vegas, a South American prison, a forgotten Texas town, and a Batman/Poison/Ivy tale fresh from the streets of Gotham City! On sale August 31 • 48 pg, FC, $4.99 US TEEN TITANS #27 Written by Gail Simone Art and cover by Rob Liefeld A can’t-miss mind-blowing 2-part story by superstar creators Gail Simone (BIRDS OF PREY) and Rob Liefeld (X-Force)! An old foe of Hawk and Dove returns to create chaos on a cosmic scale! Can the Titans save the day? On sale August 24 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US TEEN TITANS/OUTSIDERS SECRET FILES 2005 Written by Geoff Johns, Marc Andreyko, Greg Rucka, and others Art by Phil Jimenez, Kevin Nowlan, Ian Churchill and others Cover by Tony Daniel DC’s hottest new teams collide in an explosive one-shot! Following the events of "The Insiders"crossover, a villain from the Titans’ past returns with a plan for revenge on former Titans! Plus, what’s the deal with the crazy Titan who calls herself the Joker's Daughter? On sale August 31 • 64 pg, FC, $4.99 US VILLAINS UNITED #4 Written by Gail Simone Art by Dale Eaglesham & Wade von Grawbadger Cover by J.G. Jones It’s more hard livin' and easy dyin' as the miniseries spinning out of COUNTDOWN TO INFINITE CRISIS intensifies! The renegade Six — the criminals who have refused to join the ever-increasing ranks of the villainous Society — are given an unlikely and potentially deadly mission: rescue one of the DCU's most powerful heroes! On sale August 10 • 4 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US WONDER WOMAN #220 Written by Greg Rucka Art by Rags Morales & Mark Propst Cover by J.G. Jones In the wake of last month’s “Sacrifice” crossover, Wonder Woman must face the consequences of her history-making encounter with the Man of Steel. But when Checkmate gets involved, will it be to hurt Diana or help her? On sale August 31 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US WORLD’S FINEST ARCHIVES VOL. 3 HC Written by Bill Finger and Jerry Coleman Art by Dick Sprang, Curt Swan, and others Cover by Curt Swan and Stan Kaye DC Comics proudly presents classic Silver Age material from WORLD'S FINEST #102-116 by two of the artists most associated with Batman and Superman! Guest stars include Batwoman and Lex Luthor, plus Mr. Mxyzptlk and Bat-Mite team up! On sale August 10 • 216 pg, FC, $49.99 US Johnny DC THE BATMAN STRIKES! #12 Written by Bill Matheny Art by Christopher Jones & Terry Beatty Cover by Jeff Matsuda Based on the hit cartoon on the Kids’ WB! The scientist who created Bane has been arrested by the Gotham City Police. But when Bane wants payback on the man who made him a monster, it’ll take Batman and the police to stop him! On sale August 17 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US JUSTICE LEAGUE UNLIMITED #12 Written by Adam Beechen Art by Carlo Barberi & Walden Wong Cover by Ben Caldwell When Mirror Master traps the Flash and sets his sights on the rest of the Justice League, it's up to Jay Garrick — the original Flash — to save the day! On sale August 3 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US TEEN TITANS GO! #22 Written by J. Torres Art by Sean Galloway & Khare Randolph Cover by Galloway A regular-sized issue packed with two great stories — it's double the fun! Beast Boy stumbles on an ancient spell book in Raven's room. When his snooping goes too far, how can he get rid of the horrible creature he's unleashed from pages of the book? Meanwhile, one of Robin's training exercises goes awry when he comes face-to- face with Slade! On sale August 31 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US CARTOON NETWORK BLOCK PARTY #12 Written by Tom Warburton, John Rozum, Jim Alexander, Robbie Busch and Sholly Fisch Art by Matt Peters, Matt Jenkins, Robert Pope, Dan Day, and the Iguana Cover by Robert Pope The Kids Next Door are all abuzz over the spelling bee — but Queen Bee may just award them the sharp sting of defeat! Plus, Johnny Bravo, Dexter’s Laboratory, and more! On sale August 24 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US LOONEY TUNES #129 Written by by Dan Slott, Frank Strom, and Brian Swenlin Art by David Alvarez, Walter Carzon, Pablo Zamboni, Mike DeCarlo and Ruben Torreiro Cover by Alvarez & DeCarlo Court jesters Bugs and Daffy must compete for laughs at sword-point! Meanwhile, for all his power, Stupor-Duck finds himself helpless against his fiendish Editor! Also, Tweety takes Sylvester for a spin…through the car wash! On sale August 3 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US THE POWERPUFF GIRLS #65 Written by Amy Keating-Rogers, Sean Carolan and Jen Moore Art by Chris Cook & Mike DeCarlo Cover by Phil Moy Meet the Micros! Mysterious miniature versions of the Girls have come to Townsville. Will they be the Powerpuffs’ new best friends, or do they have something more sinister in mind? Plus, Sedusa’s look is all the rage? What’s in this season is evil! On sale August 17 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US SCOOBY-DOO #99 Written by Robbie Busch, Sholly Fisch and John Rozum Art by Joe Staton, Robert Pope, Paris Cullins, Bob Petrecca and Robert Campanella Cover by Staton The Mystery Inc. gang has found a legendary sunken treasure! But disturbing this ancient civilization’s goods awakens its ancient uncivilized guardian! Also, mold is always a problem in old houses. When it comes to life, it’s more than a nuisance — it’s a disaster! On sale August 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US ELFQUEST: THE GRAND QUEST VOL. 10 Written by Wendy & Richard Pini Art and cover by Wendy Pini A new volume featuring ElfQuest: Kings of the Broken Wheel #1-4. Blue Mountain has fallen, Winnowill has been exiled, and all seems quiet in the new Holt. But appearances are deceptive, for the soul of Strongbow the archer is torn by the terrible deed he has done, and Suntop is tormented by a psychic plea for help that only she can hear! On sale August 31 • 5" x 7.362" • 224 pg, FC, $9.99 US ELFQUEST: THE GRAND QUEST VOL. 9 TP Written by Wendy & Richard Pini Art by Wendy Pini & Joe Staton Cover by Wendy Pini Reoffered to coincide with ELFQUEST: THE GRAND QUEST VOL. 8, this volume features the conclusion of the Siege at Blue Mountain story. Rayek meets up with the evil Winnowill, and a dangerous alliance is formed! On sale August 31 • 5" x 7.362" • 208 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • RELIST DC Library MAD #457 Written and illustrated by The Usual Gang of Idiots It’s summertime, and the livin’s easy — and even easier with this hysterical issue of MAD to pass the time! Stay cool, use it as a sunshade! On sale August 3 • 48 pg, FC/B&W, $3.99 US MAD COLOR SPECIAL #12 Written and illustrated by The Usual Gang of Idiots Another jam-packed issue of the MAD COLOR SPECIAL contains the Best of the Web, MAD Marginals XL, our featured Writer of the Month, more Readers' Choice picks, and other fun features! On sale August 10 • 48 pg, FC, $3.99 US MAD ABOUT THE FIFTIES—NEW EDITION Written and illustrated by The Usual Gang of Idiots Cover by Norman Mingo and Jack Davis Available for the first time from MAD BOOKS! Travel back to the wacky Fifties in this comic compilation of the best of MAD’s early years! From the Cold War and Richard Nixon (the first time around) to Howdy Doody and Mickey Mouse, this one’s got it all...and then some! On sale August 17 • 6” x 7.375" • 288 pg, FC, $12.99 US MAD ABOUT THE SIXTIES—NEW EDITION Written and illustrated by The Usual Gang of Idiots Cover by Norman Mingo Available for the first time from MAD BOOKS! Who can forget the 1960s? In case you have, this groovy collection of the decade’s most far-out satires and right-on takeoffs will bring it all back, from the Kennedy years to hippies running wild; from classic send-ups of the Man From U.N.C.L.E. to Batman, this is what the Sixties was all about, man! On sale August 31 • 6” x 7.375" • 240 pg, FC, $9.99 US MAD ABOUT THE NINETIES TP Written and illustrated by The Usual Gang of Idiots Cover by Mark Stutzman Reoffered to coincide with MAD ABOUT THE FIFTIES, this MADcap compendium rehashes the best sendups, takeoffs, and put-ons from the era that brought us the Internet, the first Gulf War, Bill Clinton (and Monica!), and much more! On sale August 17 • 6” x 7.375" • 288 pg, FC/B&W, $9.99 US • RELIST WATCHMEN: THE ABSOLUTE EDITION HC Written by Alan Moore Art and cover by Dave Gibbons Celebrate the 20th anniversary of WATCHMEN — the classic 12-issue miniseries by Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons — with Watchmen: The Absolute Edition, the first hardcover of this classic work in more than a decade! This oversized (8.25" x 12.5") hardcover collection, packaged inside a beautifully designed slipcase, will be the cornerstone of any serious comic book collection. Each page of art has been restored and recolored by WildStorm FX and original series colorist John Higgins and approved by Gibbons to appear as originally intended. Additionally, this grand tome will include 48 pages of supplemental material produced exclusively for the Graphitti Designs Watchmen hardcover edition and not seen since their original publication. Included therein is a cornucopia of rare and historically valuable treasures, including samples of Moore's WATCHMEN scripts, the original WATCHMEN proposal, Gibbons’s conceptual art, cover roughs, and much, much more! Advance-solicited; on sale October 5 • Oversized, slipcased hardcover • 464 pg, FC, $75.00 US CMX TESTAROTHO VOL. 1 Written and illustrated by Sanbe Kei CMX. The best-selling title by blockbuster new talent Sanbe Kei (Kamiyadori)! In a dark future, rival warriors of warring sects persecute nonbelievers and die for their faith. But a disillusioned young novice and a deadly gun-toting priest may be about to change all that… Young Capria has completed her studies at the Arsenal School and has begun her internship with the Elysia Unification Council under Father Garrincha. But no lessons could prepare this sheltered novice for the outside world, where rebels battle against the dreaded “Testarotho.” Heretics are tried and burned at the stake, warring religious factions battle for power, and the common people live a miserable life in feudal servitude. Can she bring a spark of hope to a world filled with destruction and madness? Maybe if she lives long enough! On sale August 31 • 5" x 7.375" • 168 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • MATURE READERS YOUNG MAGICIAN VOL. 1 Written and illustrated by Narushima Yuri CMX. From the creator of hit manga Planet Ladder comes a gothic tale of sorcery! A battle has broken out among rival sorcerers. The most nefarious group, the Necromancers, is killing young girls in Hong Kong to read the future in their entrails. Carno, a human youth raised by Aeromancers in a different dimension, is summoned back to his homeworld to join in the battle. Does Carno have what it takes to survive in a world of political alliances and emotional entanglements? On sale August 24 • 5" x 7.375" • 240 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • MATURE READERS TENJHO TENGE VOL. 3 Written and illustrated by Oh! great CMX. The best-selling manga that launched the hit anime continues! From the first floor of the bowling alley to the roof, the Juken Club wages a desperate battle against the Executive Committee’s deadliest members! While Bob is offered a chance to survive by joining the other side, Natsume Aya and Nagi Soichiro may be able to defeat their opponents by releasing their inner demons…but at what cost to themselves? Retailers please note: This title has been edited for U.S. release. On sale August 17 • 5" x 7.375" • 208 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • TEEN THE EXCITING SAGA OF A YOUNG FEMALE SPY CONTINUES! MUSASHI #9 VOL. 4 Written and illustrated by Takahashi Miyuki CMX. When stolen launch codes of American ICBMs accidentally fall into the hands of a Japanese high school student, Musashi #9 goes into action alone! But this innocent schoolgirl is not Shinozuka’s only responsibility — she is already protecting a teenage boy whose affection for her is growing by the hour. Can Musashi #9 complete her duty without becoming distracted by feelings she’s unable to deny? On sale August 10 • 5" x 7.375" • 208 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • TEEN THESE GALS JUST WANNA HAVE FUN! GALS! VOL. 3 Written and illustrated by Fujii Mihona CMX. The original manga that inspired the hit anime series Super Gals! After being turned down by Otohata-kun, Aya’s fallen into a self-pitying rut that only Ran can help her get out of. But will Aya be able to muster enough confidence to take another crack at Rei? Meanwhile, Ran decides to take the initiative and track down her own Mr. Right, but she quickly bumps into “Mr. Wrong,” a gym teacher with a major grudge against her! This volume also includes a bonus Sayo story, in which Ran’s sister seeks an extraterrestrial cause behind Ran’s abrupt personality change! On sale August 24 • 5" x 7.375" • 192 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • TEEN A YOUNG GIRL’S QUEST TO BE THE WORLD’S GREATEST DANCER CONTINUES! SWAN VOL. 4 Written and illustrated by Ariyoshi Kyoko CMX. The beloved drama continues! Masumi meets yet another talented rival, Sidney Eglund, who is determined to prove herself the better dancer. Their rivalry heats up when they have a chance to compete in front of the legendary prima ballerina Margaret Fonteyn. A victory could give Masumi a chance to win the lead role with the Bolshoi. But first she must defeat the star pupil of the Royal Ballet Academy! On sale August 3 • 5" x 7.375" • 200 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • ALL AGES GALS! VOL. 2 Written and illustrated by Fujii Mihona CMX. Reoffered to coincide with GALS! VOL. 1. Two tough kogalsfrom a neighboring town try to take over Ran’s turf! Can she and her friends survive a major vendetta that started out as a minor accident? On sale August 24 • 5" x 7.375" • 192 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • TEEN • RELIST SWAN VOL. 3 Written and illustrated by Ariyoshi Kyoko CMX. Reoffered to coincide with SWAN VOL. 4. Fate intervenes when one of her classmates gets injured for a special performance in Russia, and Masumi is chosen as a substitute dancer for the rehearsals. Will Masumi succeed as she is thrust upon the world stage? On sale August 3 • 5" x 7.375" • 208 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • ALL AGES • RELIST MUSASHI #9 VOL. 3 Written and illustrated by Takahashi Miyuki CMX. Reoffered to coincide with MUSASHI #9 VOL. 4. Find out why MUSASHI #9 has won legions of fans in Japan, where it’s a million-seller! Musashi #9 doesn't live the life of a normal teenager — her life as a secret agent is full of intrigue, violence, and death! On sale August 10 • 5" x 7.375" • 192 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • TEEN • RELIST TENJHO TENGE VOL. 2 Written and illustrated by Oh! great CMX. Reoffered to coincide with TENJHO TENGE VOL. 3. It’s spring break for the students at the Todoh Institute, but instead of some muchneeded R & R, the Juken Club boys (Nagi, Bob, and Takayanagi) spend their week off training at the Natsume compound! On sale August 17 • 5" x 7.375" • 184 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • TEEN RELIST Wildstorm WILDSIDERZ #1 Written by J. Scott Campbell & Andy Hartnell Art and cover by Campbell The much-anticipated follow-up to Danger Girl by the celebrated creative team of fan-favorite artist J. Scott Campbell and writer Andy Hartnell is here! A brand new style of fun and adventure is unleashed as five young friends tap into a radical new technology that transforms and empowers them with animalistic abilities! But just what will ordinary teenagers do when they take on extraordinary alter-egos? Will they abuse their newfound powers to climb the high school hierarchy or hone their skills to become the next generation of heroes? The first oversized issue — featuring 32 story pages of breathtaking Campbell art — reveals how the technology is created and how the Wildsiderz are forced into action to stop it from falling into the wrong hands. Retailers note: This issue will ship with two covers by Campbell (50/50 ratio). In addition, a lenticular cover variant edition is available for every 20 copies of Wildsiderz #1 ordered. A lenticular cover features multiple images of a scene that when tilted gives the illusion of movement. Please see Order Form for details. On sale August 3 • 1 of 5 • 40 pg, FC, $3.50 US Edited by Scott Dunbier ALBION #3 Plotted by Alan Moore Written by Leah Moore & John Reppion Art by Shane Oakley & George Freeman Cover by Dave Gibbons The 6-issue miniseries reimagining classic British heroes continues! If Penny and Danny were familiar with the prison where Grimly Fiendish, the Hurricane and the Steel Claw were kept, they might have been little more prepared for what they discover in Charles Love’s nostalgia shop… On sale August 24 • 3 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US ASTRO CITY: THE DARK AGE #3 Written by Kurt Busiek Art by Brent Anderson Cover by Alex Ross History revealed, secrets disclosed, and more! Learn what happened in the late ’50s that set the Williams brothers down their current path and watch the Silver Agent's final fate unfold as the story of dark times for Astro City continues! On sale August 31 • 3 of 16 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US THE AUTHORITY: REVOLUTION #11 Written by Ed Brubaker Art by Dustin Nguyen & Richard Friend Cover by Nguyen The tables are turned on the Authority as Bendix releases his secret weapon! The new Doctor joins the fray as our heroes do battle with the one person who might just be able to take them all down! On sale August 17 • 11 of 12 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • Mature Readers THE AUTHORITY: REVOLUTION BOOK ONE TP Written by Ed Brubaker Art by Dustin Nguyen & Richard Friend Cover by Nguyen A new collection featuring the first 6 issues of the explosive maxiseries! The Authority has settled into its role as governing body of the U.S. But with many unhappy Americans and a powerful foe working behind-the-scenes, can a second American Revolution be far behind? On sale August 17 •160 pg, FC, $14.99 US • Mature Readers CITY OF TOMORROW #5 Written by Howard Chaykin Art and cover by Chaykin Tucker races through the mountains with Ash Wednesday, a robot of dubious reputation. But when Dad's dirty secret is revealed and the U.S. President makes a deal with the Nano-Mafia, will Tucker find out that his new main squeeze is as dirty as the rest of Columbia? On sale August 24 • 5 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US THE INTIMATES #10 Written by Joe Casey Art by Scott Iwahashi & Sandra Hope Cover by Giuseppe Camuncoli & Hope The shocking, tumultuous end of the kids' summer vacation! What better way to celebrate one last blast of summer than a trip to the infamous Devonshire factory? But what secrets are in store for teenagers playing super-hero? Find out who lives — and who dies! On sale August 3 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US DANGER GIRL: THE ULTIMATE COLLECTION TP Written by J. Scott Campbell & Andy Hartnell Art and cover by Campbell, Alex Garner and others Cover by Campbell Reoffered to coincide with WILDSIDERZ #1, this sizzling collection features all seven issues of the first volume of DANGER GIRL. Plus, a complete cover gallery, an amazing sketchbook section, and an introduction by noted actor Bruce Campbell (Army of Darkness, Xena)! On sale August 24 •262 pg, FC, $19.95 US • RELIST MAJESTIC #8 Written by Dan Abnett & Andy Lanning Art by Neil Googe & Trevor Scott Cover by Googe Having been bounced around through space and time, Majestic is finally back in the present-day WSU! But can he stop the future from happening? It won’t be easy, considering the size and power of the rogue Kherubim wardroid heading his way! On sale August 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US EX MACHINA #14 Written by Brian K. Vaughan Art by Tony Harris & Tom Feister Cover by Harris The stunning conclusion of the 3-part “Fact vs. Fiction!” While Mayor Mitchell Hundred risks his life to end a dangerous situation inside a New York courthouse, his confidants finally confront the creator of a mysterious new super-hero known as the Automaton. On sale August 17 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS THE MAXX BOOK FIVE TP Written by Sam Kieth Art and cover by Kieth The long-awaited fifth volume completing the story of the Maxx, Julie, Mr. Gone and Sarah! Julie and li’l Sarah encounter a slew of new characters, but can both of them survive the experience? Glory's story is finally revealed, Megan shares a special moment in her life, and much more in issues #28-36 of THE MAXX! On sale August 31 •192 pg, FC, $19.99 US • MATURE READERS THE MAXX BOOK FOUR TP Written by Sam Kieth and Alan Moore Art and cover by Kieth Reoffered to coincide with THE MAXX BOOK FIVE, the fourth volume collects issues #21-27 of the acclaimed series! Alan Moore kicks this book off with dialogue for the first chapter as three secret agents pursue Mr. Gone and Sarah traverses the Outback. On sale August 31 • 144 pg, FC, $17.95 US • MATURE READERS • RELIST THE WINTER MEN #1 Written by Brett Lewis Art and cover by John Paul Leon What became of the U.S.S.R.'s super-soldiers after the Soviet Union collapsed? The answer may be found in THE WINTER MEN, a thrilling 8-issue miniseries written by Brett Lewis (Bulletproof Monk) with art by John Paul Leon (Earth X, STATIC) that combines the Russian Mafia with fallen super-heroes! Kris Kalenov is a war hero turned mobbed-up rent-a-cop who spends his days drinking and taking bribes in the "New Russia." While pursuing a seemingly dead-end kidnap case, Kris comes face-to-face with his past and uncovers old secrets that may awaken these super-powered sleeping giants! On sale August 10 • 1 of 8 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS Edited by Alex Sinclair MATADOR #4 Written by Devin Grayson Art and cover by Brian Stelfreeze Isabel’s life-and-death struggle becomes a massacre as forces conspire to wipe out all evidence of the thwarted attempt on her life. With nowhere else to turn, Isabel is forced to acknowledge her growing dependence on the man who should be her mortal enemy. On sale August 3 • 4 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US SMAX HC Written by Alan Moore Art by Zander Cannon & Andrew Currie Cover by Cannon ABC. Reoffered to coincide with TOP 10: BEYOND THE FARTHEST PRECINCT #1, this volume collects the acclaimed 5-issue miniseries that featured the return of TOP 10’s Smax the Dragon Killer! What happens when Jeff Smax and Toybox return to his homeworld? On sale August 17 • 136 pg, FC, $19.95 US • RELIST SILENT DRAGON #2 Written by Andy Diggle Art by Leinil Yu & Gerry Alanguilan Cover by Yu Writer Andy Diggle (ADAM STRANGE, THE LOSERS) and artists Leinil Yu & Gerry Alanguilan (SUPERMAN: BIRTHRIGHT) weave a beautifully illustrated tale of love, honor and betrayal in future Tokyo! Yakuza strategist Renjiro never expected to come back from the dead. But now that he’s been reborn as something less than human — or perhaps more — can he make the ultimate sacrifice that is demanded of him? Meanwhile, there's another new face on the streets of Tokyo: Suki Suzuki, freelance hellraiser and Yakuza wannabe. When she tries to carve out a niche for herself by challenging Boss Hideaki's lieutenants, things take a turn for the extreme! On sale August 31 • 2 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US TERRA OBSCURA VOL. 2 TP Written by Alan Moore & Peter Hogan Art and cover by Yanick Paquette & Karl Story ABC. A new collection featuring the second smash-hit miniseries! Thirty years have passed for Tom Strong and the heroes of Terra Obscura — do they have what it takes to stop a mysterious object on a collision course for their planet? On sale August 10 • 144 pg, FC, $14.99 US TOM STRONG BOOK FIVE HC Written by Brian K. Vaughan, Ed Brubaker and others Art by Pascual Ferry, Duncan Fegredo and others Cover by Chris Sprouse & Jose Villarrubia ABC. An amazing new collection featuring TOM STRONG #26-30! Whether investigating paranormal activities in the outermost atmosphere or entering a dream realm through a young girl who is also a living black hole, Tom Strong is the ever vigilant defender of Millennium City! On sale September 28 • 144 pg, FC, $24.99 US TOM STRONG #34 Written by Steve Moore Art by Paul Gulacy & Jimmy Palmiotti Cover by Chris Sprouse ABC. Big trouble in central China! Tom lends a hand after a nuclear detonation in central Asia but discovers a spired city in which unusual dangers abound, as well as a lovely adventuress. What does all this have to do with a bizarre children’s book written more than 100 years earlier? On sale August 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US TOM STRONG’S TERRIFIC TALES BOOK ONE TP Written by Alan Moore & Steve Moore Art by Arthur Adams, Paul Rivoche, Jerry Ordway and others Cover by Adams ABC. Alan Moore’s hero of Millennium City shines in this softcover collecting TOM STRONG’S TERRIFIC TALES #1-6! This volume features Strong in spacefaring action, the debut of sexy heroine Jonni Future, and tales of Young Tom Strong! On sale August 31 • 176 pg, FC, $17.99 US TOP 10: BEYOND THE FARTHEST PRECINCT #1 Written by Paul DiFilippo Art and cover by Jerry Ordway ABC. Get ready for a new 5-issue miniseries written by science fiction author Paul DiFilippo (The Steampunk Trilogy, Ribofunk) with art by Jerry Ordway (ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN, TOM STRONG) that catches up with the officers of Precinct 10 five years after the events of the SMAX miniseries! Find out what’s been going on in the lives of Toy Box, Kemlo Caesar, Smax, King Peacock, Joe Pi, and many others — plus meet several new and decidedly unique cops. Each and every one of them will be needed as they face dangers from both outside their ranks and among themselves! On sale August 17 • 1 of 5 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US Vertigo 100 BULLETS #63 Written by Brian Azzarello Art by Eduardo Risso Cover by Dave Johnson Allegiances in this world are like shifting sand, and when one particularly sexy member of The Trust tries to draw a line in it, she’ll learn that Agent Graves doesn’t just cross a line — he obliterates it. On sale August 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.75 US • MATURE READERS THE BOOKS OF MAGICK: LIFE DURING WARTIME #13 Written by Si Spencer Consulting by Neil Gaiman Art by Dean Ormston Cover by Duncan Fegredo In the aftermath of the magical war, Tim Hunter must take apart the strange new world he created, because leaving dimensions open can be dangerous. Three mysterious figures in trench coats guest-star as the 3-part “Losing My Religion” begins. On sale August 17 • 32 pg, FC, $2.75 US • MATURE READERS FABLES #40 Written by Bill Willingham Art by Mark Buckingham & Steve Leialoha Cover by James Jean After three long years of teasing and misdirection, the Adversary is revealed in the fourth amazing chapter of the “Homelands” saga. Now the action picks up as we follow Boy Blue in his quest across the Homelands, learn how close he came to rescuing Red Riding Hood, and discover how the Adversary came to power. On sale August 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.75 US • MATURE READERS HELLBLAZER #211 Written by Mike Carey Art by Leonardo Manco Cover by Tim Bradstreet Part 5 of the 6-part “Down in the Ground Where the Dead Men Go.” As Nergal's master plan becomes frighteningly clear, John learns the macabre fate of Cheryl's soul. But surrounded by Rosacarnis and his own demon offspring, it may be too late for Constantine to save his sister — or himself. On sale August 24 • 32 pg, FC, $2.75 US • MATURE READERS THE LOSERS #27 Written by Andy Diggle Art by Colin Wilson Cover by Jock Featuring art by the acclaimed Colin Wilson (Lt. Blueberry). His master plan accomplished, Max is now an international threat. But before the Losers can get to him, one of their own is captured in a scenario they may be unable to think their way out of. On sale August 31 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS LUCIFER #65 Written by Mike Carey Art by Peter Gross & Ryan Kelly Cover by Michael Wm. Kaluta Part 3 of the 3-part “Morningstar.” Lucifer confronts the forces of the Lilim on the fields of Armageddon, with all the big guns on the other side. But his hands are empty, and his foes are only too willing to call his desperate bluff. On sale August 17 • 32 pg, FC, $2.75 US • MATURE READERS MNEMOVORE #5 Written by Hans Rodionoff & Ray Fawkes Art and cover by Mike Huddleston Kaley, Ethan and Mike all close in on the lair of the mnemovore, facing the utter collapse of reason and memory amid dozens of lifeless bodies. As the fearsome scale of its menace is finally revealed, three-way battle lines are drawn and human blood is spilled. On sale August 10 • 5 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS NEIL GAIMAN’S NEVERWHERE #3 Written by Mike Carey Art and cover by Glenn Fabry With the enthusiastic assassins Croup and Vandemar on her trail, Door returns to her family home and finds her father’s dying secret — one that could lead her to her true enemy, who has yet to reveal himself. In another part of London Below, Richard faces the terrifying Night’s Bridge, where many have tried but few have crossed alive. On sale August 31 • 3 of 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS OTHERWORLD #6 Written by Phil Jimenez Art and cover by Jimenez & Andy Lanning As Siobhan and her allies succumb to the warring factions of Otherworld, Jason and his other companions continue to be seduced by the scientific miracles of this new world — except for Catherine, who's still desperately trying to find her fiancé and discover Jason’s role in his disappearance! On sale August 24 • 6 of 12 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS THE SANDMAN PRESENTS: THESSALY — WITCH FOR HIRE TP Written by Bill Willingham Art by Shawn McManus Cover by Tara McPherson The world's oldest, most powerful witch returns in this collection written by Bill Willingham (FABLES). This tale follows Thessaly as she becomes the unwitting partner in a monster-killing business with her ghostly one-time nemesis, Fetch. On sale August 3 • 96 pg, FC, $12.99 US • MATURE READERS SWAMP THING #18 Written by Joshua Dysart Art and cover by Enrique Breccia The 4-part "Healing the Breach” concludes. While Professor Schiller relives the painful time when his brilliant student Alec Holland stole the only woman he ever loved, Swamp Thing, imprisoned by the eco-sorcerers, confronts the Seed Gatherer, a deranged transdimensional CEO who believes he's channeling the spirit of Johnny Appleseed. On sale August 3 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS SWAMP THING VOL. 2: LOVE IN VAIN TP Written by Joshua Dysart Art and cover by Enrique Breccia Reprinting issues #9-14 of this VERTIGO character's newest incarnation, SWAMP THING: LOVE IN VAIN features the first two story arcs from writer Joshua Dysart — “Love in Vain” and “A Measure of Faith” — and continues to showcase the spectacular art of Enrique Breccia. On sale August 17 • 144 pg, FC, $14.99 US • MATURE READERS SWAMP THING VOL. 1: BAD SEED TP Written by Andy Diggle Art and cover by Enrique Breccia Reoffered to coincide with SWAMP THING VOL. 2: LOVE IN VAIN, this volume collects issues #1-6 of the new VERTIGO series. Swamp Thing is joined to the Earth itself, surpassing even his old power. But he threatens to rebalance the natural world at the cost of countless human casualties — including his wife and daughter — unless John Constantine can find a way to stop him. On sale August 17 • 144 pg, FC, $9.95 US • MATURE READERS • RELIST Y: THE LAST MAN #36 Written by Brian K. Vaughan Art by Pia Guerra & José Marzan Jr. Cover by Massimo Carnevale Series co-creator Pia Guerra returns for a special stand-alone issue that finally reveals the whole story behind Yorick Brown's long-lost true love, Beth Deville. As Yorick risks his life to travel halfway around the world in search of this alluring young woman, Beth must survive her own trial by fire. On sale August 3 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS V FOR VENDETTA — NEW EDITION HC Written by Alan Moore Art and cover by David Lloyd One of the accomplishments that cemented Alan Moore’s reputation — soon to be a major motion picture — returns in a stunning new edition. A terrifying portrait of totalitarianism and resistance superbly illustrated by artist David Lloyd, this edition includes everything from the VERTIGO trade paperback as well as a new 8-page section featuring early sketches and art by Lloyd. Advance-solicited; on sale September 7 • 296 pg, FC, $29.99 US • MATURE READERS DC Direct GREEN LANTERN VS. SINESTRO STATUE Designed by Carlos Pacheco Sculpted by Tim Bruckner GREEN LANTERN: REBIRTH brought Hal Jordan back to resume the mantle of Green Lantern. However, his arch-nemesis Sinestro has also returned, reigniting their long-standing conflict. This highly detailed statue — designed by new GREEN LANTERN series artist Carlos Pacheco and sculpted by the acclaimed Tim Bruckner — features these two bitter enemies locked in combat! This limited-edition, hand-painted cold-cast porcelain statue measures approximately 11.25” tall x 7.5” wide x 7” deep, includes a full-color Certificate of Authenticity and is packaged in a 4-color box. Advance-solicited; on sale December 7 • Statue • $195.00 US ELSEWORLDS SERIES 1: RED SON: SUPERMAN ACTION FIGURE From the sold-out miniseries SUPERMAN: RED SON! If the Man of Steel had crash-landed in Russia, he would have become the defender of the Soviet Union! This figure features multiple points of articulation, a flag accessory and a base. Packaged in a 4-color blister. Advance-solicited; on sale December 7 • Action Figure • 6.7" H • PI ELSEWORLDS SERIES 1: RED SON: WONDER WOMAN ACTION FIGURE From the sold-out miniseries SUPERMAN: RED SON! The Amazon Princess is cast as a Soviet diplomat and companion to the Man of Steel; but she is also the only person on Earth who can match his might! This figure features multiple points of articulation, a golden lasso accessory and a display base. Packaged in a 4-color blister. Advance-solicited; on sale December 7 • Action Figure • 6.7" H • PI ELSEWORLDS SERIES 1: THRILLKILLER: BATGIRL ACTION FIGURE From the miniseries BATMAN: ThrillKiller! Bored heiress Barbara Gordon teams up with free-spirited Dick Grayson in 1960’s Gotham. This figure features multiple points of articulation and a display base. Packaged in a 4-color blister. Advance-solicited; on sale December 7 • Action Figure • 6.35" H • PI ELSEWORLDS SERIES 1: THRILLKILLER: BATMAN ACTION FIGURE From the miniseries BATMAN: ThrillKiller! After the death of Robin, police detective Bruce Wayne adopts the mantle of Batman to continue his crusade. This figure features multiple points of articulation and a display base. Packaged in a 4-color blister. Advance-solicited; on sale December 7 • Action Figure • 6.7” H • PI ELSEWORLDS SERIES 1: CRIMSON MIST: BATMAN ACTION FIGURE From the graphic novel BATMAN: CRIMSON MIST! To defeat the legion of vampires overrunning Gotham, a bitten Batman pays the ultimate price. This figure features multiple points of articulation, a wooden stake accessory, poseable wings and a display base. Packaged in a 4-color blister. Advance-solicited; on sale December 7 • Action Figure • 6.75" H • PI BATMAN: BLACK & WHITE STATUE DESIGNED BY JOE KUBERT Sculpted by John G. Mathews A sought-after addition to DC Direct’s collection of Batman Black & White statues, this collectible — designed by classic comic-book artist Joe Kubert — presents a unique vision of the Caped Crusader. Painted in monochromatic tones, this limited- edition statue reflects the mood of Batman Black and White VOL. 1 and 2, the stunning collections of short stories by award-winning talent. The statue measures approximately 8" tall x 5” wide x 7” deep. It features a logo-shaped base and is packaged in a black-and- white box. Advance-solicited; on sale January 11 • Statue • $55.00 US JUSTICE LEAGUE: SERIES 1 ACTION FIGURES MASTER CASE ASSORTMENT Reoffered to coincide with the launch of the 12-issue maxiseries JUSTICE by Alex Ross, Jim Krueger and Doug Braithwaite, this Master Case assortment includes two each of the SUPERMAN, THE FLASH, BIZARRO, SINESTRO, and CHEETAH ACTION FIGURES, designed by Alex Ross and sculpted by Tim Bruckner. Each figure features multiple points of articulation, includes a display base and is packaged in a 4- color window box. On sale August 17 • Action Figure Assortnent • PI SUPERMAN: COVER TO COVER — SUPERMAN #1 STATUE Sculpted by Tony Cipriano This is the first in a series of affordably priced statues that feature Superman as he appeared on classic covers from his long history! The famous cover to Superman #1 by Joe Shuster is an icon on its own, and now it’s brought to three-dimensional life in this accurately sculpted statue by Tony Cipriano. This limited-edition, hand-painted cold-cast porcelain statue measures approximately 7.5” tall x 6.5” wide 3” deep and is packaged in a 4-color box. Advance-solicited; on sale January 25 • Statue • $55.00 US SECRET FILES: UNMASKED!: SERIES 1: J’ONN J’ONZZ/MARTIAN MANHUNTER ACTION FIGURE One of the few survivors of the Martian race and an invaluable resource to the JLA, Martian Manhunter transforms to uncover his Martian appearance as J’onn J’onzz . This figure features multiple points of articulation, an alternate head and a display base. Packaged in a 4-color blister. Advance-solicited; on sale January 18 • Action Figure • 7.25" H • PI SECRET FILES: UNMASKED!: SERIES 1: BRUCE WAYNE/BATMAN ACTION FIGURE Batman, a master crime-fighting detective, removes his cowl to reveal his alter ego, millionaire Bruce Wayne! This figure features multiple points of articulation, an alternate head and a display base. Packaged in a 4-color blister. Advance-solicited; on sale January 18 • Action Figure • 6.75" H • PI SECRET FILES: UNMASKED!: SERIES 1: RED HOOD/THE JOKER ACTION FIGURE Initially forced into the costume of the Red Hood, this petty thief's fateful fall into a vat of chemicals transformed him into the deadly identity of the Joker. This figure features multiple points of articulation, an alternate head and a display base. Packaged in a 4-color blister. Advance-solicited; on sale January 18 • Action Figure • 6.75" H • PI SECRET FILES: UNMASKED!: SERIES 1: CLARK KENT/SUPERMAN ACTION FIGURE Ace reporter Clark Kent stands ready to reveal his fearless identity, Superman! This figure features multiple points of articulation a display base, a removable shirt front, and character-dedicated accessories. Packaged in a 4-color blister. Advance-solicited; on sale January 18 • Action Figure • 6.75" H • PI SECRET FILES: UNMASKED!: SERIES 1: BARBARA GORDON/BATGIRL ACTION FIGURE Barbara Gordon transforms from librarian Barbara Gordon to crime-fighter Batgirlwith a flip of her cowl! This figure features multiple points of articulation, a display base, an alternate head and character-dedicated accessories. Packaged in a 4-color blister. Advance-solicited; on sale January 18 • Action Figure • 6" H • PI IMAGE COMICS ANT #1 August 4 • 32 pg • FC • $2.95 written by MARIO GULLY art & cover by MARIO GULLY Imagine losing everything you once held dear, then waking up from that long, dark nightmare to find yourself confined to a mental institution. This is Hannah Washington's life. Her sanity shattered, she’s been told all her memories are the result of a coping mechanism described as a "juvenile power fantasy." Or are they? DUSTY STAR #1 August 3 • 32 pg • FC • $3.50 written by ANDREW ROBINSON & JOE PRUETT art & cover by ANDREW ROBINSON It’s a different time and a strange place. It’s burlesque shows and all-night poker games, robots and flying ships, tattooed horses and new wave cowboys and cowgirls with bad attitudes. This is the world of Dusty Star, a tough-as-nails gunslinger with a steely-eyed gaze and a draw as fast as greased lighting! An appealing blend of western, science fiction, adventure and humor. FERRO CITY #1 August 10 • 32 pg • BW • $2.50 written by JASON ARMSTRONG art & cover by JASON ARMSTRONG His partner is dead. The cops are out to pin it in on him. And the only solid proof he has to clear himself is a tiny gadget that could grant ten million sentient robots their freedom: the Medusa Key. Too bad the Ferro City mob wants it too. THE FACELESS: A TERRY SHARP STORY OGN August 17 • 64 pg • FC • $6.95 written by ROBERT TINNELL art & cover by ADRIAN SALMON Once upon a time in England, 1962. By day, Terry Sharp is a successful director of horror films, consumer of cocktails and chaser of skirts. By night, the horror is real as he battles tirelessly against a Satanic conspiracy that reaches the highest levels of government. Sharp’s willing to go to hell...so you won’t have to. INDIGO VERTIGO August 17 • 48 pg • BW • $4.95 written by KATIEJANE GARSIDE art & cover by DAN SCHAFFER Described as the comic equivalent of a David Lynch movie written by Sylvia Plath, this hallucinatory spectacle of one woman’s experience on the brink of reality is the result of an unconventional, intuitive creative process developed by KATIEJANE GARSIDE (vocalist with extreme UK rock band Queenadreena) and DAN SCHAFFER (creator of cult comic book series, DOGWITCH). Told with poetic, fragmented dialogue and beautifully textured art, INDIGO VERTIGO explores the love/hate relationship between people and their demons in a disturbing nightmare journey through the cracks in the tiles. SEASON OF THE WITCH #0 August 3 • 24 pg • BW • $2.95 written by JAI NITZ art & cover by KEVIN SHARPE & THOMSON KNOX Jessica Suddreth was a normal high school freshman until she was magically transported to Asamondo, the fairytale world. Once there she trains to be a Spell Sword, a mystical warrior, to lead the peasants of Asamondo against the tyrannical King Elian. The good news is she’s the best Spell Sword ever. The bad news is that she still has the emotions and insecurities of a fourteen-year-old girl. Will she be a savior or a destroyer? SEASON OF THE WITCH is brought to you by Xeric grant winner JAI NITZ and Crossgen penciler KEVIN SHARPE. The zero issue offers an original story, inside information about the ongoing series, SHARPE’s sketchbook and a pin up gallery. Don’t miss it! WINGS OF ANANSI August 24 • 56 pg • FC • $6.95 written by MICHAEL AVON OEMING art & cover by GREG TITUS This is the story of a loser, a stripper, a drug lord and a spider. It's urban crime noir, it's a fairy tale, it's mythology. It's also the story of a mother who went through a lot in life, a woman who gained and lost, hated and loved, but never once gave up on life. Deep inside, she was golden, and her inner strength ultimately set her free. No matter what bonds hold a person back, be it a bad marriage, prison, a small town or a gang-infested city, there's away a way. The story of Anansi is an African folk tale, told by people who songs and stories carried the spirits of men and women throughout the centuries, though good times and bad. THE COYOTE VOL. 1 TP August 10 • 128 pg • FC • $12.95 written by STEVE ENGLEHART art by MARSHALL ROGERS & TOM PALMER Hot on the heels of their successful reuniting for DC’s Dark Detective series, ENGLEHART & ROGERS present more of their classic, groundbreaking work. This collection includes the rare 60-page origin story of COYOTE, unseen for twenty years — plus the three-part origin series of SCORPIO ROSE. Yes, THREE-part... because we’re throwing in the legendary UNPUBLISHED third issue, in the synopsis and layout form it reached before vanishing like a gypsy witch. It’s 128 pages of Englehart’s greatest creations and Rogers’ greatest art (with TOM PALMER adding his skills to SCORPIO ROSE). ASCEND SPECIAL EDITION HC August 10 • 152 pg • FC • $29.95 created & written by KEITH AREM art & cover by CHRISTOPHER SHY ASCEND is set in a time of post-apocalyptic heaven, where the battle for human souls will determine the outcome of a war with Hell. The war has ravaged the universe, and to sustain their armies, Heaven has “harvested” the souls of earth to fight in their battle. The ASCEND SPECIAL EDITION HC includes lots of behind the scenes information, over 20 new pages and an extended alternate ending. THE EXPATRIATE, VOL. 1: BRING ME THE HEAD OF JACK DEXTER TP August 24 • 120 pg • FC • $11.99 written by B. CLAY MOORE art & cover by JASON LATOUR The first five issues of the strangest comic book you’ve ever loved are collected into one affordable volume. Jack Dexter’s mad dash from CIA agents, otherworldly menaces and a world hell bent on his destruction begins here. Collecting THE EXPATRIATE #1-5. GUN FU TP August 3 • 144 pg • FC • $14.95 written & inked by HOWARD M. SHUM penciled by JOEY MASON colored by ETIENNE SIMON cover by TOM BANCROFT & HOWARD M. SHUM The year is 1936. Cheng Bo Sen is a Hong Kong cop. England enlists him as a secret agent to help fight the Nazis. He also speaks hip-hop, which no one seems to notice. Collects GUN FU #1 and GUN FU: THE LOST CITY #1-4 LIBERTY MEADOWS, BOOK 4: COLD, COLD HEART HARDCOVER August 31 • 144 pg • BW • $24.95 written by FRANK CHO art & cover by FRANK CHO Jen is a woman on a mission. She has her eyes and claws set on Frank while Brandy helplessly watches from the side. This hot love triangle goes nuclear when new emotions emerge from all parties. To complicate matters, the Cow is released from jail and seeks terrible retribution from Ralph and Leslie who had him locked away years ago. Collects LIBERTY MEADOWS #28-36 SAVAGE DRAGON, VOL. 11: RESURRECTION TP August 10 • 136 pg • FC • $14.95 written by ERIK LARSEN art & cover by ERIK LARSEN SAVAGE DRAGON is brought back to life in one of the most talked about storylines in this series’ lengthy run! Collects SAVAGE DRAGON #53-58 ALSO AVAILABLE: SAVAGE DRAGON, VOL. 10: ENDGAME TP THE AMAZING JOY BUZZARDS #6 August 10 • 32 pg • BW • $2.95 written by MARK SMITH art & cover by DAN HIPP HERE COME THE SPIDERS: PART II! The Amazing Joy Buzzards, the world’s greatest rock and roll adventure band, return in their most dangerous adventure to date as the band faces off against a nefarious group of supernatural-mod-hipsters known as the Spider Syndicate! This issue’s got adventure, excitement, and Yeti Love. Yeti Love??!! Fans will also discover in this issue why Stevo Vargas, the Bruce Lee-like bass player, never speaks. BATTLE POPE #3 August 31 • 32 pg • FC • $2.95 written by ROBERT KIRKMAN art & cover by TONY MOORE & VAL STAPLES Battle Pope finds himself face to face with Lucifer – and Jesus Christ gets crucified – AGAIN! This issue’s ending is guaranteed to shock you! Reprinting ROBERT KIRKMAN ‘sfirst published work, now in STUNNING full color, with a brand new cover by original artist TONY MOORE and original cover colorist VAL STAPLES. BLACKLIGHT #3 August 31 • 32 pg • FC • $2.99 created & co-plotted by JIM VALENTINO written by SCOTT WHERLE art & cover by JOHN TOLEDO & MARC DEERING “LIGHT FROM A DEAD