Details on new, official Shadow pulp reprints
As mentioned a while back, longtime comic book colorist and pulp/old time radio enthusiast Anthony Tollin has secured right to republish the original Shadow and Doc Savage pulp stories.
The books are available via Amazon, or by writing:
Nostalgia P.O. Box 761474, San Antonio; TX 78245-1474,
sanctumotr@earthlink.net
(Add $3.00 for postage and packaging)
And via comics shops in October.
According to the pulps news site, Coming Attractions, upcoming Shadow reprints in the series will include:
THE SHADOW 2: "The Chinese Disks" and "Malmordo"
THE SHADOW 3: "The Red Blot" and "The Voodoo Master"
THE SHADOW 4: "The Murder Master" and "The Hydra"
THE SHADOW 5: "The Black Falcon" and "The Salamanders"
THE SHADOW 6: "Dead Men Live" and "The Golden Masks"
THE SHADOW 7: "The London Crimes" and "Castle of Doom"
THE SHADOW 8: "Lingo" and "The Cobra"
Doc Savage volumes will include:
DOC SAVAGE 1: "Fortress of Solitude" and "The Devil Genghis" (available via comics shops in November)
DOC SAVAGE 2: "The King Maker" and "Resurrection Day"
DOC SAVAGE 3: "Repel" and "The South Pole Terror"
See complete lists of Shadow and Doc Savage books available via Amazon.
The books are available via Amazon, or by writing:
Nostalgia P.O. Box 761474, San Antonio; TX 78245-1474,
sanctumotr@earthlink.net
(Add $3.00 for postage and packaging)
And via comics shops in October.
According to the pulps news site, Coming Attractions, upcoming Shadow reprints in the series will include:
THE SHADOW 2: "The Chinese Disks" and "Malmordo"
THE SHADOW 3: "The Red Blot" and "The Voodoo Master"
THE SHADOW 4: "The Murder Master" and "The Hydra"
THE SHADOW 5: "The Black Falcon" and "The Salamanders"
THE SHADOW 6: "Dead Men Live" and "The Golden Masks"
THE SHADOW 7: "The London Crimes" and "Castle of Doom"
THE SHADOW 8: "Lingo" and "The Cobra"
Doc Savage volumes will include:
DOC SAVAGE 1: "Fortress of Solitude" and "The Devil Genghis" (available via comics shops in November)
DOC SAVAGE 2: "The King Maker" and "Resurrection Day"
DOC SAVAGE 3: "Repel" and "The South Pole Terror"
See complete lists of Shadow and Doc Savage books available via Amazon.
DC Direct October 2006 solicitations
Click links to check availability to order:
SUPERMAN 13” DELUXE COLLECTOR FIGURE
Due to popular demand, DC Direct offers fans another chance to
own an updated version of the sold-out SUPERMAN 13” DELUXE
COLLECTOR FIGURE! This 1:6-scale figure sports a brand new head
sculpt, longer cape, and other costume modifications.Please note
that this new edition of the SUPERMAN 13” figure does not include
the Clark Kent secret identity change of clothing. This re-issue does
include a display stand, an extra set of hands and a bendable
“steel” girder. This figure is packaged in a deluxe 4-color
window box with fifth panel.
Advance solicited; on sale March 7, 2007
Deluxe Collector Figure • $69.99 U.S.
A stunning new action figure line featuring
more of DC’s greatest heroes from alternate realities!
ELSEWORLDS SERIES 3 ACTION FIGURES
Advance-solicited; on sale March 21, 2007 • Action Figures • PI
ELSEWORLDS FINEST: SUPERGIRL 6.75”
ELSEWORLDS FINEST: BATGIRL 6.5"
KINGDOM COME: NIGHTSTAR 6.5" "
KINGDOM COME: AQUAMAN 6.75"
RED SON: GREEN LANTERN 6.75"
WOMEN OF THE DC UNIVERSE: ZATANNA BUST
Designed by Adam Hughes
Sculpted by John G. Mathews
Abracadabra! Zatanna continues the amazing line of Women of the DC Universe busts designed by award-winning illustrator Adam Hughes. This limited-edition, hand-painted, cold-cast porcelain busts measures approximately 5.625” tall X 2.75” wide X 1.75” deep and is packaged in a four-color box.
Advance-solicited; on sale March 14, 2007 • Bust • $45.00 U.S.
BATMAN THROUGH THE AGES BOXED SET
A must-have set featuring four DC DIRECT updated and revised Batman action figures! Also included
are bases for each figure as well as a 48-page original collection of classic Batman comics stories!
Advance-solicited; on sale March 28, 2007 • Action Figures • PI
This set — packaged in a four-color window box — includes: FIRST APPEARANCE BATMAN ACTION FIGURE, GOLDEN AGE BATMAN ACTION FIGURE, SUPER FRIENDS BATMAN ACTION FIGURE, CLASSIC BATMAN (DESIGNED BY ALEX ROSS) ACTION FIGURE
See a Complete List of DC Direct Action Figures with pictures.
SUPERMAN 13” DELUXE COLLECTOR FIGURE
Due to popular demand, DC Direct offers fans another chance to
own an updated version of the sold-out SUPERMAN 13” DELUXE
COLLECTOR FIGURE! This 1:6-scale figure sports a brand new head
sculpt, longer cape, and other costume modifications.Please note
that this new edition of the SUPERMAN 13” figure does not include
the Clark Kent secret identity change of clothing. This re-issue does
include a display stand, an extra set of hands and a bendable
“steel” girder. This figure is packaged in a deluxe 4-color
window box with fifth panel.
Advance solicited; on sale March 7, 2007
Deluxe Collector Figure • $69.99 U.S.
A stunning new action figure line featuring
more of DC’s greatest heroes from alternate realities!
ELSEWORLDS SERIES 3 ACTION FIGURES
Advance-solicited; on sale March 21, 2007 • Action Figures • PI
ELSEWORLDS FINEST: SUPERGIRL 6.75”
ELSEWORLDS FINEST: BATGIRL 6.5"
KINGDOM COME: NIGHTSTAR 6.5" "
KINGDOM COME: AQUAMAN 6.75"
RED SON: GREEN LANTERN 6.75"
WOMEN OF THE DC UNIVERSE: ZATANNA BUST
Designed by Adam Hughes
Sculpted by John G. Mathews
Abracadabra! Zatanna continues the amazing line of Women of the DC Universe busts designed by award-winning illustrator Adam Hughes. This limited-edition, hand-painted, cold-cast porcelain busts measures approximately 5.625” tall X 2.75” wide X 1.75” deep and is packaged in a four-color box.
Advance-solicited; on sale March 14, 2007 • Bust • $45.00 U.S.
BATMAN THROUGH THE AGES BOXED SET
A must-have set featuring four DC DIRECT updated and revised Batman action figures! Also included
are bases for each figure as well as a 48-page original collection of classic Batman comics stories!
Advance-solicited; on sale March 28, 2007 • Action Figures • PI
This set — packaged in a four-color window box — includes: FIRST APPEARANCE BATMAN ACTION FIGURE, GOLDEN AGE BATMAN ACTION FIGURE, SUPER FRIENDS BATMAN ACTION FIGURE, CLASSIC BATMAN (DESIGNED BY ALEX ROSS) ACTION FIGURE
See a Complete List of DC Direct Action Figures with pictures.
DC Comics October 2006 solicitations
Previous DC Comics Solicitations:
July 2006
August 2006
September 2006
ALL STAR BATMAN AND ROBIN, THE BOY WONDER #6
Written by Frank Miller
Art and cover by Jim Lee & Scott Williams
Variant cover by Miller
Batman and Black Canary get down to business — the business of criminal skull cracking! Things heat up in a storm-tossed shipyard as the pair hunts down the mystery man behind the murder of Dick Grayson’s parents. Plus, Black Canary isn’t the only of Gotham’s fairer sex to be roused into action by the Dark Knight’s war on crime! Retailers: This issue will feature two covers that may be ordered separately. The Standard Edition cover is by Jim Lee & Scott Williams; one copy of the Variant Edition, with a cover by Frank Miller, may be ordered for every 10 copies of the Standard Edition ordered. Please see the Previews Order Form for further details. This issue is resolicited. All previous orders are cancelled. For a signed edition, please see the Dynamic Forces section of Previews.
Resolicited; on sale October 11 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
BATMAN #658
Written by Grant Morrison
Art by Andy Kubert & Jesse Delperdang
Cover by Kubert
The shocking conclusion of the 4-part “Batman and Son,” by the team of writer Grant Morrison and artists Andy Kubert & Jesse Delperdang!
On sale October 25 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
DETECTIVE COMICS #824
Written by Paul Dini
Art by Don Kramer & Wayne Faucher
Cover by Simone Bianchi
One of the Dark Knight's most ruthless foes returns to Gotham City ready to resume business and settle old scores in “Night of the Penguin,” written by Paul Dini with art by Don Kramer (JSA) & Wayne Faucher (IMPULSE)! Both Batman and Bruce Wayne find themselves at odds with the dirty bird as Penguin feathers a new nest with lies, deceit and murder.
On sale October 4 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
BATMAN AND THE MAD MONK #3
Written by Wagner
Art and cover by Wagner
The sinister Mad Monk continues to ensnare Gotham in sadistic and shadowy webs! To solve the supernatural mystery behind this new villain, Batman must first hit the city’s criminal underbelly — and hit it hard!
On sale October 18 • 32 pg, FC, $3.50 US
BATMAN: LEGENDS OF THE DARK KNIGHT #211
Written by Bruce Jones
Art and cover by Ariel Olivetti
Concluding the 5-part “Darker Than Death.” Nothing will prepare you for the twist in this tale of intrigue and kidnapping that could compromise even the Batman!
On sale October 11 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
CATWOMAN #60
Written by Will Pfeifer
Art by David Lopez & Alvaro Lopez
Cover by Adam Hughes
Holly's in the slammer thanks to Catwoman's murder of the Black Mask! Selina's got to get her out, and fast. Problem is, there's a serial killer running amok in Gotham City — and Selina helped put him there!
On sale October 18 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
NIGHTWING #125
Written by Marv Wolfman
Art by Dan Jurgens & Norm Rapmund
Cover by Andy Clarke
Dick Grayson begins a new life and faces off with a new enemy as new series writer Marv Wolfman (TEEN TITANS) and art team Dan Jurgens (ACTION COMICS, 52) & Norm Rapmund (SUPERGIRL) take over NIGHTWING!
Raptor — a powerful new foe with an arsenal of deadly weapons — is wanted by the police and hunted by Nightwing. When he’s found standing over a charred, dead body, the police call it murder, but Nightwing isn’t sure. And even if it means an enemy goes free, Nightwing must uncover the truth!
On sale October 4 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
NIGHTWING: RENEGADE TP
Written by Devin Grayson
Art by Cliff Chiang, Phil Hester, Brad Walker and others
Cover by Hester & Ande Parks
An explosive new volume collecting Nightwing #112-117, the final story arc before One Year Later! This tale continues the adventures of Dick Grayson's double life in Blüdhaven, guest-starring Lex Luthor, Deathstroke and Oracle.
Advance-solicited; on sale November 8 • 144 pg, FC, $14.99 US
NIGHTWING: MOBBED UP TP
Written by Devin Grayson
Art by Phil Hester, Cliff Chiang and Ande Parks
Cover by Hester & Parks
Reoffered to coincide with the NIGHTWING: RENEGADE TP! Dick Grayson is a made man in this trade paperback collecting NIGHTWING #107-111! Ex-cop Grayson’s life spirals out of control after joining one of New York City’s crime families.
On sale November 8 • 128 pg, FC, $12.99 US • RELIST
ROBIN #155
Written by Adam Beechen
Art by Freddie E. Williams II
Cover by Patrick Gleason & Prentis Rollins
Robin finds his attempt to rescue kidnapped kids hampered by an inexperienced superhero. But this wannabe won't take no for an answer…and the results aren't pretty.
On sale October 18 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT ARCHIVES VOL. 5 HC
Written by Don Cameron, Bill Finger, Joe Samachson and Joe Greene
Art by Bob Kane, Jerry Robinson, Dick Sprang and others
Cover by Sprang
The Golden Age of the World's Greatest Detective returns for a fifth volume! Reprinting the Dynamic Duo's adventures from BATMAN issues #17-20 (1943), this volume features the first stories illustrated by legendary Batman artist Dick Sprang as well as an introduction by comics historian Michelle Nolan.
Advance-solicited; on sale November 29 • 216 pg, FC, $49.99 US
GOTHAM CENTRAL: THE QUICK AND THE DEAD TP
Written by Greg Rucka
Art by Michael Lark, Stefano Gaudiano and Kano
Cover by Cliff Chiang
A new collection featuring Gotham Central #23-25 and #28-31! Detective Renee Montoya investigates the disappearance of important evidence amid a gang war and travels to Keystone City in an attempt to unveil the truth about Officer Kelly's strange mutation.
Advance-solicited; on sale November 1 • 168 pg, FC, $14.99 US
GOTHAM CENTRAL: UNRESOLVED TARGETS TP
Written by Greg Rucka & Ed Brubaker
Art by Michael Lark & Stefano Gaudiano
Cover by Lark
Reoffered to coincide with the GOTHAM CENTRAL: THE QUICK AND THE DEAD TP! In this edition collecting GOTHAM CENTRAL #12-15 and #19-22, The Joker terrorizes the city, randomly executing people with a rifle — and no one from the Mayor on down is safe!
On sale November 1 • 192 pg, FC, $14.99 US • RELIST
ACTION COMICS #844
For information on this issue, please see the August issue of Previews!
On sale October 25 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
SUPERMAN/BATMAN ANNUAL #1
Written by Joe Kelly
Art and Ed McGuinness,
Ryan Ottley and Dexter Vines
Cover by McGuinness & Vines
Don’t miss the slam-bang first-ever SUPERMAN/BATMAN ANNUAL, written by Joe Kelly (JLA, SUPERGIRL) with art by the superstar team of Ed McGuinness & Dexter Vines (SUPERMAN/BATMAN) and rising star Ryan Ottley (Invincible)!
How did Superman and Batman discover each other’s secret identities? Why was Deathstroke after Bruce Wayne on one of his earliest assignments? How do Ultraman and Owlman fit into this? And why are they all on a cruise into the Bermuda Triangle?
The answers will shock and amaze in this far-out reimagining of one of the first meetings between the Man of Steel and the Caped Crusader!
On sale October 18 • 48 pg, FC, $3.99 US
SUPERMAN #657
Written by Kurt Busiek
Art and cover by Carlos Pacheco
& Jesus Merino
Taken to a dark future, Lois and Jimmy bear witness to the end of civilization. In a world torn apart by natural disasters, where Lex Luthor and some of the most powerful supervillains rule humanity, not even Superman can save the world. Even worse, this dystopian future may be Superman’s fault!
On sale October 11 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
SUPERGIRL #11
Written by Joe Kelly
Art by Ian Churchill & Norm Rapmund
Cover by Churchill
Supergirl joins the Outsiders, but does she have what it takes? Plus, meet the boy of Kara’s dreams!
On sale October 4 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
SUPERMAN/BATMAN VOL. 3: ABSOLUTE POWER TP
Written by Jeph Loeb
Art and cover by Carlos Pacheco & Jesus Merino
A new softcover collecting the blockbuster story "Absolute Power," originally presented in SUPERMAN/BATMAN #14-18! In this reality-bending tale, Superman and Batman rule Earth with an iron fist. Before long, the World's Finest Duo is sent careening through a series of bizarre alternate earths, facing an assortment of classic DC characters including Kamandi, Sgt. Rock, Haunted Tank, and many more!
Advance-solicited; on sale November 8 • 128 pg, FC, $12.99 US
SUPERMAN: THE MAN OF STEEL VOL. 5 TP
Written by John Byrne and Marv Wolfman
Art by Byrne, Jerry Ordway, Karl Kesel, P. Craig Russell and various
Cover by Ordway
The fifth collection of Superman tales from the 1980s, featuring ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN #432-435, ACTION COMICS #592-593 and SUPERMAN #9-10! Superman encounters the new hero Gangbuster, faces the menace of the Joker, teams up with Mister Miracle & Big Barda, and inadvertently becomes Metropolis's greatest menace!
Advance-solicited; on sale November 15 • 208 pg, FC, $19.99 US
52: WEEKS 22-25
Written by Geoff Johns, Grant Morrison, Greg Rucka, Mark Waid
Breakdowns by Keith Giffen
Art by various
Backup features by Waid and various
Covers by J.G. Jones
The story of the year continues in four more chapters of America's only weekly super-hero adventure!
WEEK 22: “Good news, sir. Your son Kon-El didn’t die in the Crisis after all.”
Plus, the Origin of Green Lantern by Waid and Ivan Reis & Marc Campos.
WEEK 23: “Look what these monsters did to your brother, Isis!
They deserve a slow death! Plucked apart like the insects they are!”
Plus, the Origin of Wildcat by Waid and Jerry Ordway.
WEEK 24: “You don’t really know me, but I’m a big fan and ...well...
I wanted to invite you to ...to ...to join the new Justice League.”
Plus, the Origin of Booster Gold by Waid and Dan Jurgens.
WEEK 25: “That's — the Black Marvel Family?”
Plus, the Origin of Nightwing by Waid and George Pérez!
52: A year without Superman; a year without Batman; a year without Wonder Woman…but not a year without heroes.
Week 22 on sale October 4 • Week 23 on sale October 11
Week 24 on sale October 18 • Week 25 on sale October 25 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US
AQUAMAN: SWORD OF ATLANTIS #46
Written by Kurt Busiek & Karl Kesel
Art by Phil Winslade & Butch Guice
Cover by Guice
Kicking off an all-new 2-part story! King Shark may get along with young Arthur, but there’s an Aquaman that King Shark never saw eye-to-eye with. Find out in this action-packed tale!
On sale October 18 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
AQUAMAN: SWORD OF ATLANTIS—ONCE & FUTURE TP
Written by Kurt Busiek
Art by Butch Guice
Cover by Carlos Pacheco
Collecting the acclaimed AQUAMAN #40-45, this volume heralds a fresh beginning for a brand-new Aquaman, as he embarks on a quest for his missing father, discovers the fate of Atlantis, and confronts the terrifying King Shark and the mysterious Dweller as an undersea war breaks out.
Advance-solicited; on sale November 15 • 144 pg, FC, $12.99 US
THE ALL-NEW ATOM #4
Written by Gail Simone
Art by Eddy Barrows & Trevor Scott
Cover by Ariel Olivetti
Big trouble hits Ivy Town…namely Giganta! And the new Atom's in way over his head against such a monstrous adversary!
On sale October 4 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
THE ADAM STRANGE ARCHIVES VOL. 2 HC
Written by Gardner Fox
Art by Carmine Infantino, Murphy Anderson and Joe Giella
Cover by Infantino & Anderson
Reprinting the adventures of Rann's champion from MYSTERY IN SPACE issues #66-80 (1961-62), this volume continues the adventures of one of DC's most beloved Silver Age icons, currently seen in 52! Plus, an introduction by Batman Begins producer Michael Uslan.
Advance-solicited; on sale November 8 • 228 pg, FC, $49.99 US
THE ADAM STRANGE ARCHIVES VOL. 1 HC
Written by Gardner Fox
Art by Mike Sekowsky, Carmine Infantino and others
Cover by Gil Kane & Bernard Sachs
Reoffered to coincide with ADAM STRANGE ARCHIVES VOL. 2, this volume collects stories from SHOWCASE #17-19 and MYSTERY IN SPACE #53-65. Witness displaced earthling Adam Strange defend the planet Rann from strange outer-space menaces at the whim of the Zeta-Beam!
On sale October 4 • 224 pg, FC, $49.99 US • Relist
BIRDS OF PREY #99
Written by Gail Simone
Art by James Raiz & Robin Riggs
Cover by Jerry Ordway
It's time for a change in the Birds' outfit — and the writing is on the computer screen that at least one member of the team will be moving on. With issue #100 just around the corner, now seems the perfect time for a reality check.
On sale October 18 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
THE BLUE BEETLE #8
Written by Keith Giffen & John Rogers
Art by Cully Hamner
Cover by Duncan Rouleau
Escaping his way-too-high visibility in El Paso, the Beetle hits the road looking for answers from the Scarab’s original owner! But it ain’t a road trip without a few speed bumps!
On sale October 25 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
CHECKMATE #7
Written by Greg Rucka, Nunzio DeFilippis & Christina Weir
Art by Cliff Richards & Dan Green
Cover by Jesus Saiz
An original member of SUICIDE SQUAD returns!
But there’s more to it than meets the eye as this founding father’s outnumbered by his own prey!
On sale October 18 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
THE CREEPER #3
Written by Steve Niles
Art by Justiniano & Walden Wong
Cover by Justiniano
Dr. Katz’s serum reveals even stranger effects, and it’s up to the Creeper to protect Gotham from them!
On sale October 4 • 3 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
FIRESTORM: THE NUCLEAR MAN #30
Written by Stuart Moore Cover by Brian Stelfreeze
Art by Jamal Igle, Steve Sadowski & Keith Champagne
Continuing "In My Father's House," the biggest Firestorm storyline ever! Professor Stein and the "other" Firestorm uncover information about the mystery villain that rocks Firehawk to her core! Meanwhile, an emotionally drained Jason Rusch pursues the enigmatic Gehenna to a fateful confrontation. It's all been building to this!
On sale October 11 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
THE FLASH: FASTEST MAN ALIVE #5
Written by Danny Bilson & Paul DeMeo
Art and cover by Ken Lashley
Past and present collide in a very public battle as the Flash’s foe decides he wants the Speed Force for himself!
On sale October 18 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
GREEN LANTERN #15
Written by Geoff Johns
Art by Ivan Reis & Oclair Albert
Cover by Ethan Van Sciver
Part 3 of “Wanted: Hal Jordan,” guest-starring Alan Scott, Green Arrow and Roy Harper! Wanted for murder and on the run, with John Stewart's life on the line, Hal Jordan struggles to clear his name once again. But who put a price on his head? And what do they want from Green Lantern?
On sale October 25 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
GREEN LANTERN: REVENGE OF THE GREEN LANTERNS HC
Written by Geoff Johns
Art by Carlos Pacheco, Ethan Van Sciver, Ivan Reis and others
Cover by Simone Bianchi
Collecting issues #7-13 of the monthly title! This volume features Hal Jordan teaming with Green Arrow to battle the demonic Mongul, and joining Batman for an encounter with the murderous Tattooed Man before learning that long presumed-dead Green Lanterns are still alive!
Advance-solicited; on sale November 29 • 176 pg, FC, $19.99 US
GREEN LANTERN: NO FEAR HC
Written by Geoff Johns
Art by Carlos Pacheco, Ethan Van Sciver, Darwyn Cooke and others
Cover by Alex Ross
Reoffered to coincide with REVENGE OF THE GREEN LANTERNS, this volume collects GREEN LANTERN #1-6 and GREEN LANTERN SECRET FILES #1! Hal Jordan is back from the dead — now watch as he re-establishes his life as a pilot and Earth’s protector!
On sale October 4 • 176 pg, FC, $24.99 US • Relist
GREEN LANTERN CORPS #5
Written by Dave Gibbons
Art and cover by Gibbons & Michael Bair
A special issue written and pencilled by Dave Gibbons!
Guy Gardner is helped by an unlikely savior in his battle against
the bounty hunter Bolphunga. Meanwhile, in deep space, Lanterns pursue Thanagar’s attackers and Mogo gives comfort. But all is not as it seems...
On sale October 11 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
ION #7
Written by Ron Marz
Art by Greg Tocchini & Jay Leisten
Cover by Kalman Andrasofszky
Ion returns to Earth! But with a mysterious cosmic entity monitoring him from afar, Kyle's and our planet may not be safe. The next chapter in the Ion saga starts here!
On sale October 18 • 7 of 12 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
HAWKGIRL #57
Written by Walter Simonson
Art by Joe Bennett & Ruy Jose
Cover by Howard Chaykin
Featuring guest art by Joe Bennett & Ruy Jose (52)! Hawkgirl revisits the Rann/Thanagar war— where she last saw Hawkman — when a renegade soldier brings the war back to her on Earth!
On sale October 25 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
GREEN ARROW #67
Written by Judd Winick
Art and cover by Scott McDaniel & Andy Owens
Still on the island recovering from his wounds, Green Arrow and company are attacked by some of the world's most deadly mercenaries! Will this destroy Ollie's plans to return to — and save —Star City? And if not, who will remain by his side?
On sale October 11 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
JLA CLASSIFIED #28
Written by Howard Chaykin
Art and cover by Kilian Plunkett & Tom Nguyen
Still deep under cover— and violating a United Nations
sanction — the JLA infiltrates enemy lines and comes face-to-face
with their meta-humans!
On sale October 11 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
JSA CLASSIFIED #18
Written by Tony Bedard
Art and cover by Scott McDaniel & Andy Owens
Reluctantly partnered with the lunatic Bane, Hourman must confront his own addictions if he's to conquer the enemy at his side!
On sale October 25 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
JUSTICE #8
Written by Jim Krueger & Alex Ross
Art by Doug Braithwaite & Ross
Cover by Ross
The worst fears of the Justice League are realized, as the villains strike through those closest to the heroes!
On sale October 25 • 8 of 12 • 40 pg, FC, $3.50 US
JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA #3
Written by Brad Meltzer
Art by Ed Benes & Sandra Hope
Cover by Michael Turner
Variant cover by Chris Sprouse & Karl Story
The re-formation of the League continues, and one of the new members comes up against the latest — and deadliest — of the JLA villains: Dr. Impossible. And he’s just one of the many sinister forces gathering to bring an end to the World's Greatest Super-Heroes! Retailers: This issue will feature two covers that may be ordered separately. The Standard Edition cover is by Michael Turner; one copy of the Variant Edition, with a cover by Chris Sprouse & Karl Story, may be ordered for every 10 copies of the Standard Edition ordered. Please see the Previews Order Form for further details.
On sale October 18 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
JONAH HEX #12
Written by Jimmy Palmiotti & Justin Gray
Art by Paul Gulacy
Cover by Luke Ross
During a blinding snowstorm, a group of settlers are declared outlaws and have bounties placed on their heads. To defend themselves against these ruthless bounty killers, the settlers turn to one man for help: Jonah Hex!
On sale October 4 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
MARTIAN MANHUNTER #3
Written by A.J. Lieberman
Art and cover by Al Barrionuevo & Bit
The truths that Martian Manhunter has lived his life by are being destroyed! As he discovers the truth behind the lies, everything about his life will change — and when the humans responsible for the deceit try to reclaim their secrets from the Martian Manhunter, they will discover a fury the world has never seen before.
On sale October 11 • 3 of 8 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
MYSTERY IN SPACE #2
Written by Jim Starlin
Art by Shane Davis & Matt “Batt” Banning
and Starlin & Al Milgrom
Cover by Davis & Banning
Captain Comet turns himself in to the Hardcore Station authorities to report a murder — his own! As the new Comet investigates his past, unknown enemies are hot on his trail and old acquaintances are filled with suspicion. Can Comet solve the riddle of his own unexpected existence before he shares the fate of his predecessor?
Plus, in the backup feature, things get weirder and weirder for — you guessed it — the Weird!
On sale October 4 • 2 of 8 • 48 pg, FC, $3.99 US
THE NEXT #4
Written by Tad Williams
Art and cover by Dietrich Smith & Walden Wong
The fist of the Iron Ring, the otherdimensional enforcer known as Sion, threatens the new superhero team The Next — and if they’re threatened, Monikka’s life hangs in the balance! Only Superman is strong enough to go mano a mano with Sion — but is even his power enough?
On sale October 4 • 4 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
OUTSIDERS #41
Written by Judd Winick
Art by Matthew Clark & Art Thibert
Cover by Daniel Acuña
An old foe returns with a new plan as the Outsiders’ secret cover crumbles!
On sale October 4 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
THE OMEGA MEN #1
Written by Andersen Gabrych
Art and cover by Henry Flint
A classic team makes an unexpected return to comics in a 6-issue miniseries written by Andersen Gabrych (DETECTIVE COMICS) with art by Henry Flint (2000 A.D.)! Convinced that all of creation is on the brink of cosmic apocalypse, the last remaining Omega Men begin a universe-spanning rampage of murder and destruction.
Pursued by every known league of interstellar justice, they are on the run and taking no prisoners! What is the mystery in space that One Year Later transforms these former freedom fighters into brutal terrorists? Climb on board for the controversial and head-spinning science-fiction odyssey that synthesizes intolerant zealotry, quantum mechanics, and all-out action!
On sale October 18 • 1 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
OMAC #4
Written by Bruce Jones
Art and cover by Renato Guedes
Teenaged runaway Mike Costner is the last OMAC, and he’s fighting the evil entity known as Brother Eye for control of his mind and body! Mike has only one person he can trust, a young woman named Vienna, but that means she’s number one on Brother Eye’s hit list!
On sale October 4 • 4 of 8 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
RUSH CITY #4
Written by Chuck Dixon
Art by Timothy Green II Cover by Jock
A mysterious case of a missing twin doubles the danger for Rush when millions of dollars go up for grabs! Diego is up to his wheel wells in double — and triple — crosses, and it's going to take every ounce of horsepower he has to reach the finish line in one piece! Meanwhile, in the shadows, a very powerful man continues his quest to destroy Rush!
On sale October 18 • 4 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
SEVEN SOLDIERS #1
Written by Grant Morrison
Art and cover by J.H. Williams III
Does the debut of an incredible new superteam begin here...or is this the end of the line for the most bizarre group of heroes ever known? Fresh from their hit miniseries, seven unique and unlikely soldiers must join forces to save humanity from its own future! The only catch? They can never meet!
Klarion, Zatanna, The Manhattan Guardian, Bulleteer, Mister Miracle, Frankenstein and The Shining Knight return for the epic conclusion of the Seven Soldiers mega-series, as the apocalyptic threat of the Sheeda intensifies to a terrifying, unexpected climax.
Which of the Seven Soldiers will betray the others? Which two will cross paths? Who will find love at the end of the world? Who will change forever? Who will face the ultimate villain? And which Soldier will die?
For all the answers, and much, much more, don't miss SEVEN SOLDIERS #1! Retailers: This issue is resolicited. All previous orders are cancelled.
Resolicited; on sale October 25 • 48 pg, FC, $3.99 US
SECRET SIX #5
Written by Gail Simone
Art by Brad Walker & Jimmy Palmiotti
Cover by Karl Kerschl
The penultimate issue! Sick and tired of being hunted, the Six decide to turn the tables on their mysterious pursuer. Will they succeed, or will this just be a suicide mission?
On sale October 25 • 5 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
SHADOWPACT #6
Written by Bill Willingham
Art and cover by Cory Walker
The Shadowpact confronts an arcane menace that has reduced their number — right from the start! Say goodbye to Ragman and the Enchantress — once the Wild Huntsman and his Hellhounds get through with them!
On sale October 18 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
SHOWCASE PRESENTS THE UNKNOWN SOLDIER VOL. 1 TP
Written by Joe Kubert, Bob Haney, Frank Robbins,
Robert Kanigher, David Michelinie and Archie Goodwin
Art by Kubert, Jack Sparling, Gerry Talaoc and others Cover by Ken Barr
Assuming a wide variety of disguises to battle the Nazis, the Unknown Soldier plunges deep behind enemy lines in this 560-page black-and-white SHOWCASE trade, collecting stories from his first appearance in STAR-SPANGLED WAR STORIES #151 to issue #190.
Advance-solicited; on sale November 22 • 560 pg, B&W $16.99 US
SHOWCASE PRESENTS HAUNTED TANK VOL. 1 TP
Written by Robert Kanigher
Art by Joe Kubert, Russ Heath, Irv Novick,
Jerry Grandenetti, and Jack Abel
Cover by Heath
Reoffered to coincide with SHOWCASE PRESENTS UNKNOWN SOLDIER, this volume collecting stories from G.I. COMBAT #87-119, BRAVE AND THE BOLD #52 and OUR ARMY AT WAR #155!
On sale October 4 • 560 pg, B&W, $16.99 US • Relist
SUPERGIRL AND THE LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES #23
Written by Mark Waid
Art by Barry Kitson & Mick Gray
Cover by Kitson
Variant cover by Adam Hughes
A 31st century blowout! Supergirl on Krypton? Shadow Lass running for Legion Leader? Plus an ending no one will see coming! Retailers: This issue will feature two covers that may be ordered separately. The Standard Edition cover is by Barry Kitson; one copy of the Variant Edition, with a cover by Adam Hughes, may be ordered for every 10 copies of the Standard Edition ordered. Please see the Previews Order Form for further details.
On sale October 25 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
TALES OF THE UNEXPECTED #1
Written by David Lapham and Brian Azzarello
Art by Eric Battle & Prentis Rollins and Cliff Chiang
Cover by Mike Mignola Variant cover by Neal Adams
David Lapham (Stray Bullets, Batman: City of Crime) and Eric Battle (Batman) follow the weird and horrific exploits of the reborn instrument of God’s wrath in a new 8-issue miniseries! As the personality of recently murdered Detective Crispus Allen recedes into the shadows, the strange entity known as the Spectre spans both interstellar cosmos and the crime-ridden back alleys of Gotham on his eerie quest to brutally punish those who choose to do wrong.
Plus, here begins the 6-part backup feature in which strange forces threaten to tear asunder the very fabric of the DCU’s past, present, and future! Dr. Thirteen rounds up the unusual suspects — Anthro, I…Vampire, Genius Jones, Primate Patrol, Gentleman Ghost, Captain Fear, Freedom Beast, Tracie 13 and others — for an adventure by the team of Brian Azzarello (100 BULLETS, BATMAN) and Cliff Chiang (DETECTIVE COMICS, HUMAN TARGET)! Retailers: This issue will feature two covers that may be ordered separately. The Standard Edition cover is by Mike Mignola; one copy of the Variant Edition, with a cover by Neal Adams, may be ordered for every 10 copies of the Standard Edition ordered. Please see the Previews Order Form for further details.
On sale October 11 • 1 of 8 • 48 pg, FC, $3.99 US
TEEN TITANS #40
Written by Geoff Johns
Art by Tony S. Daniel & Kevin Conrad
Cover by Daniel
In Part 3 of “Titans Around the World,” the team meets the strange, mysterious and very cute Miss Martian. What's her secret? And how can she help the Titans?
On sale October 11 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
TRIALS OF SHAZAM #3
Written by Judd Winick
Art and cover by Howard Porter
Freddy Freeman barely makes it through his first task — because he still has no powers! And the mysterious Council of Merlin has its own plans to make sure things stay that way for the young Marvel!
On sale October 25 • 3 of 12 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
UNCLE SAM AND THE FREEDOM FIGHTERS #4
Written by Jimmy Palmiotti & Jusin Gray
Art and cover by Daniel Acuña
After a trial by fire in the Arizona desert, the Freedom Fighters find themselves on the run from the government that created them. And what will happen when Phantom Lady learns the horrible truth about her father, the newly elected president?
On sale October 25 • 4 of 8 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
THE WARLORD #9
Written by Bruce Jones
Art and cover by Bart Sears
The Warlord deals with the devastating death of the person closest to him! Will he muster the strength to exact terrifying revenge?
On sale October 25 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
THE BATMAN STRIKES! #26
Written by Jai Nitz
Art by Christopher Jones & Terry Beatty
Cover by Dave McCaig
Clayface was once Bruce Wayne’s closest friend. Now he wants
to be forever free of his past and only live as a villain. The mad doctor Hugo Strange wants to help the Clayface side, but Batman wants to bring his human side back. Who will win the battle for Clayface’s mind?
On sale October 11 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US
JUSTICE LEAGUE UNLIMITED #26
Written by Bill Williams
Art by Carlo Barberi & Zach Howard
Cover by Ty Templeton
Atlantis is under siege by living statues of titanic proportions! Who’s causing this madness? Two of the JLA’s greatest foes: Black Manta and Felix Faust!
On sale October 4 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US
TEEN TITANS GO! #36
Written by J. Torres
Art by Todd Nauck & Lary Stucker
Cover by Glen Murakami
Celebrate the debut of an all-new Titan with a special
cover by the cartoon series' producer and character designer, Glen Murakami! When there's trouble, you know who to call…but who does Robin call when the other Titans are in danger? This time
he recruits Aqualad, Kid Flash, Speedy and…Wonder Girl!
On sale October 25 • 25 pg, FC, $2.25 US
KRYPTO THE SUPERDOG #2
Written by Jesse Leon McCann
Art by Min S. Ku & Jeff Albrecht
Cover by Scott Jeralds
It’s Crisis for Krypto as he and Kevin travel to different dimensions! But will everyone they meet be just as friendly and helpful
as the Super Pup himself?
On sale October 18 • 2 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US
CARTOON NETWORK ACTION PACK #6
Written by Man of Action, Robbie Busch and
Tom Warburton
Art by Dario Brizuela,
Chris Cook, Mike DeCarlo and others
Cover by Matt Jenkins
& DeCarlo
So hot, it’s cool! Ben Tennyson is heating up the snowy slopes as only Inferno can! Plus, the Kids Next Door discover just how sinister math can be!
On sale October 11
32 pg, FC, $2.25 US
CARTOON NETWORK BLOCK PARTY #26
Written by Sean Carolan,
Jen Moore, Frank Strom
and Robbie Busch
Art by by Phil Moy, Chris Cook, Gary Fields, Mike DeCarlo and Scott McRae
Cover by Robert Pope & DeCarlo
Yumi wants new amps, but she’s going to have to work for them! Also, the Powerpuff Girls face a cereal crisis!
On sale October 25
32 pg, FC, $2.25 US
LOONEY TUNES #143
Written by Sam Agro, Bill Matheny and Robbie Busch
Art by Walter Carzon, Leo Batic, David Alvarez and others
Cover by Scott Gross
Marvin the Martian has studied all types of Earth creatures, but none have intrigued him more than Taz! Plus, is Sylvester a treat for Gossamer?
On sale October 4
32 pg, FC, $2.25 US
SCOOBY-DOO #113
Written by Scott Peterson
Art by Robert Pope, Scott Jeralds, Tim Levins and others
Cover by Pope & Scott McRae
A visit with the Crypt-Reaper brings three stories of Mystery, Inc. guaranteed to make you cackle with comedic delight and tremble with terror in this spook-tacular Halloween issue! The Scooby gang come face-to-fang with the vampire, meet a mad scientist and his monster, and try to pacify a pointy pendulum!
On sale October 18
32 pg, FC, $2.25 US
MAD #471
Written and illustrated by The Usual Gang of Idiots
Halloween hijinx as only the Mad Gang can deliver!
On sale October 4 • 48 pg, FC/B&W, $3.99 US
MAD CLASSICS #11
Written and illustrated by The Usual Gang of Idiots
A jam-packed new issue of MAD CLASSICS, featuring the Best of the Web, MAD Marginals, Reader’s Choice picks and much more!
On sale October 11 • 96 pg, FC/B&W, $4.99 US
THE EMPTY EMPIRE Vol. 2
Written and illustrated by Naoe Kita
CMX. Rose — a clone of the great Emperor Idea — is reluctant to assume his position as the emperor’s replacement. But when Idea’s body is stolen and all hell is about to break loose, the Imperial Authorities have no choice but to force Rose to become the inspiring figurehead he was bred to be. A challenge from Migime, the man in possession of Idea’s body, motivates Rose to rise to the occasion, though it means putting himself at great risk. Also, more is revealed about Ririka — the imperial guard who has befriended Rose — and her relationship with the departed Emperor.
Advance-solicited; on sale November 29
5" x 7.375" • 208 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • TEEN
THE DEVIL DOES EXIST Vol. 8
Written and illustrated by Mitsuba Takanashi
CMX. Trapped by a typhoon, Kayano and Takeru are forced to spend the night in a hotel together…alone. Upon their return, they have no choice but to tell Kayano’s frightened mom where they’ve been and deal with the consequences, but her reaction is the last thing they expected. Secrets are shared and revealed in a story that’s a major turning point for this gripping romance.
Advance-solicited; on sale November 15
5" x 7.375" • 192 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • TEEN
GALS! Vol. 8
Written and illustrated by Mihona Fujii
CMX. This is a big year for Ran and her Gal pals — their last year of high school! But it starts out badly for Ran, as she misses a dodgeball tournament, is without a cell phone for a month, is annoyed to no end by the Freshman Detectives, and has to deal with a malicious rumor spread by the gossip group known as HEART. The word is that Ran stole Aya’s boyfriend…and Aya believes it!
Advance-solicited; on sale November 22
5" x 7.375" • 176 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • TEEN
KAMIKAZE KAITO JEANNE Vol. 6
Written and illustrated by Arina Tanemura
CMX. The penultimate volume of Kamikaze Kaito Jeanne begins over 550 years ago in France, on the night before the real Joan of Arc’s execution. Can Maron save her previous incarnation from being burned alive? After being betrayed and stripped of her powers by the back-stabbing Fallen Angel Finn, she’s really in no position to save anyone. Grasping the severity of the situation makes Maron realize that she needs to reconcile with her parents and maybe even tell Chiaki how she really feels about him. If Maron can even make it back to the present, will she be in time?
Advance-solicited; on sale November 15
5" x 7.375" • 192 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • ALL AGES
USASHI NO. 9 Vol. 9
Written and illustrated by Miyuki Takahashi
CMX. Once again, Agent Nine has her hands full — this time with a group of talented, rich, and hyper-intelligent kids whose idea of a good time is hacking into top-secret sites. The Omega Children live to make anyone less intelligent than they are miserable…and that’s pretty much everyone. Their latest stunt is to hack into a manufacturer’s mainframe; it’s a piece of cake, right up to the moment terrorists tapping the same computer discover them! Now they’re in so deep, it might be too late for even an Ultimate Blue agent to save the day.
Advance-solicited; on sale November 8
5" x 7.375" • 208 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • TEEN
OMUKAE DESU Vol. 2
Written and illustrated by Meca Tanaka
CMX. Hop on board with Madoka, as he shuttles more reluctant ghosts to the afterlife! This time, he assists the ghost of a stage-show “superhero” by giving him one last shot at a heroic performance. He also helps a beautiful high school English teacher, a friendless 11-year-old girl, and an old woman who lost something precious. And is a bunny suit about to be retired? Plus, two bonus stories by writer/artist Meca Tanaka!
Advance-solicited; on sale November 8
5" x 7.375" • 200 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • TEEN
TOWER OF THE FUTURE Vol. 5
Written and illustrated by Saki Hiwatari
CMX. Takeru knows that his girlfriend’s brother is infected by the mysterious entity Noize. Takeru is determined to protect Ichigo with his own hands, but who is watching out for him? Zen’s older sister reveals the relationship between their family and Noize, but the omnipotent Noize is, as always, listening — and doesn’t like what it hears!
Advance-solicited; on sale November 1
5" x 7.375" • 192 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • TEEN
YOUNG MAGICIAN Vol. 6
Written and illustrated by Yuri Narushima
CMX. Traumatized by the horrible incident at the hospital, Ibuki decides to leave town to live with distant relatives. While recuperating in Kyushu, he’s reunited with Carno — but when will they realize there’s a new plot to capture them? Meanwhile, the time has come for the Holy Knights to carry out their secret ritual…but is anyone ready for what this mysterious miracle will bring?
Advance-solicited; on sale November 22
5" x 7.375" • 208 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • MATURE
THE AUTHORITY #1
Written by Grant Morrison
Art and cover by Gene Ha
Variant covers by Arthur Adams
The WorldStorm rollout continues with the return of the most dangerous
super-group on the planet! Grant Morrison, the universally acclaimed writer of All Star Superman, Seven Soldiers and Wildcats brings his talents to the new bimonthly series THE AUTHORITY, featuring art by Eisner Award-winner Gene Ha (TOP 10)!
Morrison & Ha deliver an unparalleled sense of drama and dynamic storytelling to The Authority that will leave readers gasping for breath. The first issue starts with a bang
and goes up from there, reintroducing the team with intriguing new twists and revelations! Retailers: This issue will feature 3 covers that may be ordered separately. The Standard Edition cover is by Gene Ha; one copy of Variant Edition A, with a cover by Art Adams, may be ordered for every 10 copies of the Standard Edition ordered; one copy of Variant Edition B, with a pencil version of the cover by Arthur Adams, may be ordered for every 50 copies of the Standard
Edition ordered. Please see the Previews Order Form for further details. For a signed edition, please see the Dynamic Forces section of Previews.
On sale October 18 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
DEATHBLOW #1
Written by Brian Azzarello
Art and cover by Carlos D’Anda
Variant covers by Stephen Platt
From critically acclaimed writer Brian Azzarello (100 Bullets, Superman) and red-hot artist Carlos D'Anda (Outsiders) comes the story of one man's journey of self-discovery — and all the people he must kill along the way!
In a world marred by brutal warfare, unjustified nation-building and corporate greed, soldiers like Michael Cray — code name: Deathblow — run the risk of becoming lethal puppets. The real question is, who's pulling the strings?
Following a deadly mission, Cray is assumed dead by his superiors — until it's discovered he's being held in a Middle Eastern prison. A daring commando raid rescues Cray, and the government will use any means to determine where his loyalties lie. This puts Deathblow on
a dangerous road, unsure of who his real enemies are and of who he can trust — including himself! Retailers: This issue will feature 3 covers that may be ordered separately. The Standard Edition cover is by Carlos D’Anda; one copy of Variant Edition A, with a cover by Stephen Platt, may be ordered for every 10 copies of the Standard Edition ordered; one copy of Variant Edition B, with a pencil version of the cover by Stephen Platt, may be ordered for every 50 copies of the Standard Edition ordered. Please see the Previews Order Form for further details.
On sale October 25 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
GEN13 #1
Written by Gail Simone
Art and cover by Talent Caldwell & Matt “Batt” Banning
Variant covers by J. Scott Campbell
A new generation of adventure begins as superstar writer Gail Simone (Birds of Prey, Villains United) and artists Talent Caldwell & Matt “Batt” Banning (Wildcats: Nemesis) join forces to reimagine the classic WildStorm teen team!
The life of a teenager can be a strange enough experience, but when super-powers are added to the mix things get a whole lot more confusing in a hurry! Meet Caitlin, Sarah, Roxy, Bobby,
and Eddie — outcast teenagers from different parts of the country who quickly learn they all have something in common: abilities far beyond those of their classmates! But what's the secret to these wonderful and scary powers, and what role do the nefarious Tabula Rasa and International Operations play? Retailers: This issue will feature 3 covers that may be ordered separately. The Standard Edition cover is by Talent Caldwell & Matt “Batt” Banning; one copy of Variant Edition A, with a cover by J. Scott Campbell, may be ordered for every 10 copies of the Standard Edition ordered; one copy of Variant Edition B, with a pencil version of the cover by J. Scott Campbell, may be ordered for every 50 copies of the Standard Edition ordered. Please see the Previews Order Form for further details.
On sale October 11 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
WORLDSTORM #1
Written by Gail Simone, Christos Gage and others
Art by Neil Googe, Doug Mahnke and others
Cover by Arthur Adams
The WorldStorm has been unleashed, and this special edition will help fans get up to speed! This 32-page one-shot special includes two all-original, six-page stories that preview the soon-to-be-released StormWatch: Post-Human Division by Christos Gage and Doug Mahnke, and Tranquility, by Gail Simone and Neil Googe!
Also included in this book is a series of pinups accompanied by a host of valuable biographical information on WorldStorm teams and characters: The Authority, Wildcats, Gen13, Deathblow, THE Midnighter and Wetworks. This is a book no WildStorm fan will want to miss!
On sale October 11 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
WETWORKS #2
Written by Mike Carey
Art by Whilce Portacio & Richard Friend
Cover by Portacio
Variant covers by Michael Golden
Monsters walk among us as the explosive new series from the minds of Mike Carey (HELLBLAZER, LUCIFER) and Whilce Portacio continues! As Dane and company investigate a trio of mysterious killings in San Francisco, a werewolf cop is grilled for information. Meanwhile, the efforts to revive Mother One reach an unexpected conclusion. Retailers: This issue will feature 2 covers that may be ordered separately. The Standard Edition cover is by Whilce Portacio; one copy of Variant Edition A, with a cover by Michael Golden, may be ordered for every 10 copies of the Standard Edition ordered. Please see the Previews Order Form for further details.
On sale October 25 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
ASTRO CITY: THE DARK AGE BOOK 2 #1
Written by Kurt Busiek
Art by Brent Anderson
Cover by Alex Ross
The acclaimed ASTRO CITY returns with "Eyes of a Killer," the second story arc in the 16-issue DARK AGE epic by Kurt Busiek, Brent Anderson and Alex Ross! The mean streets of Astro City in the 1970s are getting meaner, and Charles and Royal Williams are drawn deeper into the darkness. Against the background of Astro City's most turbulent decade, featuring the Street Angel, Black Velvet, The Apollo 11, Jack-In-the-Box and more, one brother is targeted for death — while the other makes a discovery that could change their lives forever.
On sale October 25 • 5 of 16 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
CAPTAIN ATOM: ARMAGEDDON TP
Written by Will Pfeifer
Art by Giuseppe Camuncoli and Sandra Hope
Cover by Camuncoli & Gabriele Dell’Otto
One of DC’s mightiest champions explodes into the WildStorm Universe in this collection of the 9-issue miniseries!
A stranger's odyssey through a world close to his own, but different in so many ways is chronicled in this epic tale. Will the WildStorm Universe ever be the same?
Advance-solicited; on sale November 8 • 224 pg, FC, $19.99 US
THE BOYS #4
Written by Garth Ennis
Art and cover by Darick Robertson
They're young, they're beautiful, they're the number one teen super-team: they're Teenage Kix, and they're right in The Boys' gunsights. Hughie gets his first look at our heroes doing what they do best — and isn't too keen on some of the things he sees.
On sale October 25 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
BATTLER BRITTON #4
Written by Garth Ennis
Art by Colin Wilson
Cover by Garry Leach
Wing Commander Britton and Lt. Gilhooley are heavily outnumbered by Nazi fighters. Deep behind enemy lines without rations or a way home other than their feet, the two must use wits and cunning to survive. But will that be enough to sustain them after the lethal discovery they make?
On sale October 4 • 4 of 5 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
CLAW THE UNCONQUERED #5
Written by Chuck Dixon
Art and cover by Andy Smith
Claw faces betrayal and must fight for his life! Will his strength, skill, and berserker fury be enough to save his life? Or could this be the end for Claw the Conqueror? Plus, the dark prophecy takes vicious, evil shape — and Claw's role in it will astound!
On sale October 18 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
EX MACHINA VOL. 4: MARCH TO WAR TP
Written by Brian K. Vaughan
Art by Tony Harris & Tom Feister and Chris Sprouse & Karl Story
Cover by Tony Harris
A shocking tragedy strikes an Iraq War protest in downtown Manhattan in this collection featuring EX MACHINA #17-20! Plus, in the 2-part "Life and Death," superstar artist Chris Sprouse illustrates an adventure from Mayor Hundred's super-heroic past from EX MACHINA SPECIAL #1-2!
Advance-solicited; on sale November 29 • 144 pg, FC, $12.99 US • MATURE READERS
EX MACHINA VOL. 3: FACT VS. FICTION TP
Written by Brian K. Vaughan
Art by Tony Harris & Tom Feister and Chris Sprouse & Karl Story
Cover by Tony Harris
Reoffered to coincide with EX MACHINA VOL. 4, this volume collects three storylines from issues #11-16 of the Eisner Award-winning series! Mayor Hundred makes a difficult decision about his own future, becomes part of a shocking trial, and leaves New York City for the first time since his election!
On sale October 4 • 144 pg, FC, $12.99 US • MATURE READERS • Relist
EX MACHINA #25
Written by Brian K. Vaughan
Art by Tony Harris & Tom Feister
Cover by Harris
What does it take to be the bodyguard of a retired superhero? In this special stand-alone story, Mayor Hundred celebrates Bradbury, former sidekick of the high-flying Great Machine, now loyal chief of security to the most powerful man
in New York City!
On sale October 18 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
NINJA SCROLL #2
Written by J. Torres
Art and cover by Michael Chang
Variant cover by Jim Lee
The action-packed series based on the smash-hit anime continues! Jubei has found himself in a mysterious village surrounded by long-dead enemies! As he slowly puts the pieces of the puzzle together while fighting for his life, he comes to the horrifying conclusion that maybe he's not in a mysterious village at all…he could very well be stranded in one of the levels of hell! Retailers: This issue will feature two covers that may be ordered separately. The Standard Edition cover is by Michael Chang; one copy of the Variant Edition, with a cover by Jim Lee, may be ordered for every 10 copies of the Standard Edition ordered. Please see the Previews Order Form for further details.
On sale October 11 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
DESOLATION JONES #7
Written by Warren Ellis
Art and cover by Danijel Zezelj
Kicking off “To Be in England,” a new 6-part story written by Warren Ellis with art by Danijel Zezelj (LOVELESS)! A year ago, Michael Jones' former MI6 colleague John Asher sought sanctuary in the ex-spies' community inside the greater Los Angeles area. Today, Jones is hired to find out who killed John Asher the night before: a case that takes him into Hollywood, politics, sexual under-cultures, and the town 25 miles outside metropolitan L.A. where Philip K. Dick wrote his strangest books…
On sale October 18 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET #1
Written by Chuck Dixon
Art by TBD
Covers by Tony Harris
Variant cover by Tim Bradstreet
On the heels of the new DVD Special Edition of A Nightmare on Elm Street comes a terrifying new series!
From the twisted mind of Chuck Dixon (NIGHTWING, CLAW) and artist TBD comes a fresh look at one of the most frightening horror icons of all time: Freddy Krueger! A new family has moved to the quiet town of Springwood and when night falls, the town quickly learn its horrible secret! Will this new family survive a new nightmare on Elm Street? Or can the tables be turned in the monstrous dream realm? Retailers: This issue will feature two covers that may be ordered separately. The Standard Edition cover is by Tony Harris; one copy of the Variant Edition, with a cover by Tim Bradstreet, may be ordered for every 10 copies of the Standard Edition ordered. Please see the Previews Order Form for further details.
On sale October 4 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
PLANETARY #26
Written by Warren Ellis
Art and cover by John Cassaday
Discover what it’s all been building to! Jacob Greene is lost in space. William Leather is…not well. It all comes down to Elijah Snow and Randall Dowling — the architect of Planetary vs. the mastermind of the 4 — for the first and last time! Plus, one huge surprise. If ever there was an issue of Planetary you shouldn’t miss, this is it!
On sale October 25 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
MANIFEST ETERNITY #5
Written by Scott Lobdell
Art and cover by Dustin Nguyen
The war takes a dramatic turn as Tarkington unleashes the ultimate weapon of mass destruction on the enemy: a beautiful woman by the name of Skull! The epic adventure that follows the inter-stellar war between a culture of epic magic versus an empire of incredible technology continues!
On sale October 4 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
ROKKIN #4
Written by Andy Hartnell
Art and cover by Nick Bradshaw & Jim Charalampidis
The long, dark journey to Demortia continues as Arness tries to secure the weapon that could be his salvation. But will he achieve his goal, or will the agents of Vulmax get to it first? Alliances are forged and broken in this double-crossing, ogre-decapitating, can't-miss issue!
On sale October 11 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
THE ABSOLUTE SANDMAN VOL. 1 HARDCOVER
Written by Neil Gaiman
Art by Sam Kieth, Mike Dringenberg, Malcolm Jones III, Chris Bachalo, Michael Zulli, Steve Parkhouse, Kelley Jones, Charles Vess and Colleen Doran
Cover by Dave McKean
THE SANDMAN, written by New York Times best-selling author Neil Gaiman, was the most acclaimed comic book title of the 1990s. A rich blend of modern myth and dark fantasy in which contemporary fiction, historical drama and legend are seamlessly interwoven, THE SANDMAN is also widely considered one of the most original and artistically ambitious series of the modern age. By the time it concluded in 1996, it had made significant contributions to the artistic maturity of comic books and become a pop culture phenomenon in its own right.
Now, DC Comics is proud to present this comics classic in an all-new Absolute Edition format. The first of four beautifully designed slipcased volumes, THE ABSOLUTE SANDMAN VOL. 1 collects issues #1-20 of THE SANDMAN and features completely new coloring, approved by the author on the first 18 issues, as well as a host of never-before-seen extra material including the complete original Sandman proposal, a gallery of character designs from Gaiman and the artists who originated the look of the Sandman, and the original script for the World Fantasy Award-winning THE SANDMAN #19, “A Midsummer Night's Dream," together with reproductions of the issue’s original pencils by Charles Vess. Also included are a new introduction by DC President & Publisher Paul Levitz and an afterword by Gaiman.
Advance-solicited; on sale November 1 • 612 pg, FC, $99.00 US • MATURE READERS
THE SANDMAN #1 SPECIAL EDITION
Written by Neil Gaiman
Art by Sam Kieth & Mike Dringenberg
Cover by Dave McKean
In celebration of THE ABSOLUTE SANDMAN VOL. 1 HC, Vertigo proudly re-presents the classic debut issue of THE SANDMAN, completely recolored and priced at just $.50 U.S.
Written by New York Times bestselling author Neil Gaiman (Anansi
Boys, American Gods), with art by Sam Kieth (BATMAN: SECRETS) & Mike Dringenberg and a cover by Dave McKean (Mirrormask), this is the unforgettable issue the introduced the modern-day mythology of Morpheus, the Endless, and so much more.
This Special Edition presents the brilliantly recolored version of the issue, as seen in THE ABSOLUTE SANDMAN VOL. 1, along with ads spotlighting THE ABSOLUTE SANDMAN and more. This promotionally priced issue is an ideal way for retailers to show off the new look of these groundbreaking stories
and promote sales for the slipcased hardcovers.
On sale October 25 • 48 pg, FC, $.50 US • MATURE READERS
100 BULLETS #77
Written by Brian Azzarello
Art by Eduardo Risso
Cover by Dave Johnson
The major players continue on to Mexico, with one group arriving first with an offer that’s hard to refuse. However, Dizzy, along with the three men who love her, has plans of her own. Will it be the Minutemen or the Trust that grows stronger, or will the Mexico Quartet go it alone?
On sale October 11 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
AMERICAN VIRGIN #8
Written by Steven T. Seagle
Art by Becky Cloonan
Cover by Joshua Middleton
Part 4 of the 5-part "Going Down." Adam Chamberlain has been raked through a thicket of emotion and finally stands toe-to-toe with the singular object of his immortal sadness. But with more than one life on the line, will Adam tighten the noose and get the vengeance he so desperately needs? Or will he answer to a higher power instead?
On sale October 25 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
AMERICAN SPLENDOR #2
Written by Harvey Pekar
Art by Dean Haspiel, Chris Samnee, Eddie Campbell, Richard Corben, Leonardo Manco, Chris Weston
and Chandler Wood
Cover by Haspiel
Seven new stories from the ongoing adventures of the ultimate everyman, featuring an all-star roster of artists including Eddie Campbell (BATMAN: LEGENDS OF THE DARK KNIGHT, From Hell), Richard Corben (SWAMP THING), Chris Weston (THE FILTH) and Leonardo Manco (HELLBLAZER). Harvey battles rebellious toilet bowls, overbearing snowfalls and uncooperative eyeglasses, among other adversaries, in this ad-free issue.
On sale October 4 • 2 of 4 • 32 pg, No ads, B&W, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
DMZ #12
Written by Brian Wood
Art and cover by Wood
In this special stand-alone issue, Brian Wood supplies both script and art and gives readers an in-depth look at life, culture and the unique neighborhoods within the DMZ. Think of it as a tourist guide to one of the most dangerous destinations on Earth — Manhattan, New York City…the DMZ.
On sale October 11 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
DEADMAN #3
Written by Bruce Jones
Art and cover by John Watkiss
In part 3 of the 5-part debut story arc, a secret kept by Brandon’s late father could explain Brandon’s incessant interdimensional shifting — as well as the mystery of his own apparent death — as long as he can escape the relentless team of operatives bent on killing him a second time.
On sale October 18 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
HELLBLAZER #225
Written by Denise Mina
Art by Leonardo Manco
Cover by Lee Bermejo
Part 2 of Denise Mina’s 5-part “The Red Right Hand.” Constantine finds that reunions with old friends aren’t all they’re cracked up to be. But his new friends only lead him into more trouble as Chris Cole, tormented by the ghost of his murdered wife, rejoins John on a mission to save the city of Glasgow — or kill everyone still living there.
On sale October 18 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
HELLBLAZER: EMPATHY IS THE ENEMY TP
Written by Denise Mina
Art by Leonardo Manco
Cover by Lee Bermejo
Collecting award-winning novelist Denise Mina’s (Garnethill, Deception, Field of Blood) take on the hard-drinking master of bad-luck magic from HELLBLAZER #216-222. When an ordinary man innocently uses an incantation, he turns to Constantine for help. But when an infamous Scottish occultist gets involved, Constantine discovers he has been cursed with empathy for his fellow man and realizes that the nightmare has just begun.
Advance-solicited; on sale November 15
168 pg, FC, $14.99 US • MATURE READERS
THE FOUNTAIN SOFTCOVER
Written by Darren Aronofsky
Adapted by Kent Williams
Art and cover by Williams
This fall, Darren Aronofsky — the acclaimed director behind such critically acclaimed films as Pi and Requiem for a Dream – releases The Fountain, his most ambitious movie yet. Now, in time for the film’s greatly anticipated debut, is the softcover edition of last year’s sought-after THE FOUNTAIN graphic novel, which earned artist Kent Williams (Blood: A Tale, Havok/Wolverine: Meltdown) an Eisner Award nomination for Best Painter.
An odyssey about one man’s thousand-year struggle to save the woman he loves, The Fountain follows Thomas as he feverishly travels through three distinct eras: as a 16th century conquistador battling a fierce Mayan army, as a present-day scientist searching for a cure for his wife’s mortal disease and as a future explorer seeking to uncover the secrets of a dying star.
The Fountain graphic novel is a sister-project to the film, which is released by Warner Bros. Pictures and Regency Enterprises and stars Tony-Award-winner Hugh Jackman (The Boy from Oz, X-Men) and Oscar-winner Rachel Weisz (The Constant Gardener, The Mummy). Using the same story as its seed but stretched instead upon the limitless canvas of the comics medium, the graphic novel provides an insider’s accompaniment to the movie, providing perhaps the ultimate “director’s cut.”
On sale October 4 • 8.625” x 11.625” • 176 pg, FC, $19.99 US • MATURE READERS
THE EXTERMINATORS #10
Written by Simon Oliver
Art by Tony Moore & Ande Parks
Cover by Philip Bond
The calamitous conclusion of the 4-part “Insurgency.” Nothing is more deadly than a militia of insects willing to kill themselves for a cause. The Bug-Bee boys discover that the cause is to turn man’s own considerable waste products against him. And one Bug Brother will have to give his own life to hold back the rise of the roaches. For now.
On sale October 4 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
FABLES #54
Written by Bill Willingham
Art by Mark Buckingham & Steve Leialoha and Paul Guinan
Cover by James Jean
Hansel has been selected by The Adversary to be his personal envoy to Fabletown. There’s just one problem: Hansel is not a nice man. But someone has to free Baba Yaga and the captured Wooden Soldiers from the Woodland before the Empire’s invasion of the mundy world can begin — and Hansel’s just the Fable for the job!
On sale October 11 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
JACK OF FABLES #4
Written by Bill Willingham & Matthew Sturges
Art by Tony Akins & Andrew Pepoy
Cover by James Jean
The great escape is on! Jack’s ingenious plan has reached fruition. All of the captive Fables are on their way, breaking out of the Golden Boughs Retirement Village. But wait a minute — this is one of Jack’s schemes, so how can it possibly go well? Will our heroes win their freedom or will the insidious Mr. Revise and his army of evil librarians keep the Fables locked away forever?
On sale October 25 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
THE OTHER SIDE #1
Written by Jason Aaron
Art and cover by Cameron Stewart
1968. The height of the Vietnam War. Two young men from opposite ends of the earth must drag themselves through Hell for the opportunity to kill one another.
Written by rookie sensation Jason Aaron with astoundingly visceral art by Cameron Stewart (SEAGUY, SEVEN SOLDIERS: GUARDIAN), THE OTHER SIDE is a 5-issue miniseries following Bill Everette, a 19-year-old Alabama farm boy drafted into the Marine Corps whose only goal is to come home alive, and Vo Binh Dai, a 19-year-old Vietnamese farm boy who enlists in the People’s Army of Vietnam, terrified only of failing in his duty to die bravely for his country.
Along the way, Private Everette encounters demonically vicious Parris Island drill instructors, talking maggots, voiceless ghosts, jaded grunts, man-eating pigs, maniacal rats, leeches that quote William Blake, a rifle that begs him to shoot himself and occasionally even the enemy. Vo Dai must undertake the long march south down the Strategic Trail, through black forests and bloody swamps, over pockmarked earth and fields of fire, past tigers and dragons and mounds of the dead, past exhaustion, beyond endurance. At turns, wholly fantastic yet always heartbreakingly realistic.
THE OTHER SIDE is an epic tragedy about America’s most haunting war. A surreal exploration of the Vietnam war from opposing viewpoints. A horror story about the horrors of war.
On sale October 4 • 1 of 5 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
LOVELESS #12
Written by Brian Azzarello
Art and cover by Marcelo Frusin
Azzarello and Frusin deliver the shocking conclusion of the 4-part “Thicker Than Blackwater.” With the sadistic serial murderer finally revealed — as well as his high-level backers — will Sheriff Wes Cutter dole out justice or revel in Blackwater’s horrible fate?
On sale October 25 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
TESTAMENT #11
Written by Douglas Rushkoff
Art by Peter Gross & Gary Erskine
Cover by Liam Sharp
A special standalone story featuring guest art art by Peter Gross (LUCIFER) & Gary Erskine (THE FILTH) reveals the hidden history of the most cryptic character in The Temple. Tyrone was once a beloved humanitarian who ran a profitable enterprise — until his own god turned against him. Is he reliving the story of the Biblical Job? Or does Job still live today?
On sale October 18 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
SWAMP THING: INFERNAL TRIANGLES TP
Written by Rick Veitch, Jamie Delano and Stephen Bissette
Art by Rick Veitch, Alfredo Alcala, Tom Mandrake and others
Cover by John Totleben
Collecting issues #77-81 of the series that helped to lay the foundation for the Vertigo line, ths volume follows the Avatar of the Green and Abby as they prepare for the birth of their child — only to have an alien intelligence rip the Swamp Thing away from his home just when he's needed the most. This collection also reprints the 41-page "Distant Cousins" story from SWAMP THING ANNUAL #3, featuring the all-ape adventures of the DCU's most famous anthropoids.
Advance-solicited; on sale November 22 • 176 pg, FC, $19.99 US • MATURE READERS
SWAMP THING: SPONTANEOUS GENERATION TP
Written by Rick Veitch
Art by Veitch & Alfredo Alcala
Cover by John Totleben
Reoffered to coincide with SWAMP THING: INFERNAL TRIANGLES, this volume collects
SWAMP THING #71-76. Swamp Thing must find a way to allow himself and his heir to coexist in this world. The solution that presents itself after repeated failures comes as a surprise to everyone, especially John Constantine, who is about to become an unlikely father.
On sale October 4 • 160 pg, FC, $19.99 US • MATURE READERS • Relist
Y: THE LAST MAN VOl. 8 — KIMONO DRAGONS TP
Written by Brian K. Vaughan
Art by Pia Guerra, Jose Marzan, Jr. and Goran Sudzuka
Cover by Massimo Carnevale
Collecting issues #43-48 of Brian K. Vaughan and Pia Guerra’s award-winning Vertigo series, KIMONO DRAGONS brings the hunt for Ampersand — the monkey who could unlock the mystery of the male-killing plague — to its explosive climax, as the last man on Earth and his companions finally reach Japan and discover the truth behind Ampersand’s abduction.
Advance-solicited; on sale November 22 • 144 pg, FC, $14.99 US • MATURE READERS
Y: THE LAST MAN VOl. 7 — PAPER DOLLS TP
Written by Brian K. Vaughan
Art by Pia Guerra, Jose Marzan, Jr. and Goran Sudzuka
Cover by Massimo Carnevale
Reoffered to coincide with Y: THE LAST MAN VOL. 8, this volume collects issues
#37-42 of the hit Vertigo series. In addition to catching up on the adventures of Yorick's monkey Ampersand (whose body holds the key to stopping the male-killing plague) and telling the origin of Agent 355, PAPER DOLLS chronicles the search for Yorick's fiancée Beth in Australia.
On sale October 4 • 144 pg, FC, $14.99 US • MATURE READERS • Relist
Y: THE LAST MAN #50
Written by Brian K. Vaughan
Art by Pia Guerra & Jose Marzan, Jr.
Cover by Massimo Carnevale
In the landmark fiftieth issue of the critically acclaimed series,
the person, people or thing behind the plague that killed every man except for Yorick Brown is finally revealed! And with just ten more issues left, it's the beginning of the end…
On sale October 4 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
July 2006
August 2006
September 2006
ALL STAR BATMAN AND ROBIN, THE BOY WONDER #6
Written by Frank Miller
Art and cover by Jim Lee & Scott Williams
Variant cover by Miller
Batman and Black Canary get down to business — the business of criminal skull cracking! Things heat up in a storm-tossed shipyard as the pair hunts down the mystery man behind the murder of Dick Grayson’s parents. Plus, Black Canary isn’t the only of Gotham’s fairer sex to be roused into action by the Dark Knight’s war on crime! Retailers: This issue will feature two covers that may be ordered separately. The Standard Edition cover is by Jim Lee & Scott Williams; one copy of the Variant Edition, with a cover by Frank Miller, may be ordered for every 10 copies of the Standard Edition ordered. Please see the Previews Order Form for further details. This issue is resolicited. All previous orders are cancelled. For a signed edition, please see the Dynamic Forces section of Previews.
Resolicited; on sale October 11 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
BATMAN #658
Written by Grant Morrison
Art by Andy Kubert & Jesse Delperdang
Cover by Kubert
The shocking conclusion of the 4-part “Batman and Son,” by the team of writer Grant Morrison and artists Andy Kubert & Jesse Delperdang!
On sale October 25 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
DETECTIVE COMICS #824
Written by Paul Dini
Art by Don Kramer & Wayne Faucher
Cover by Simone Bianchi
One of the Dark Knight's most ruthless foes returns to Gotham City ready to resume business and settle old scores in “Night of the Penguin,” written by Paul Dini with art by Don Kramer (JSA) & Wayne Faucher (IMPULSE)! Both Batman and Bruce Wayne find themselves at odds with the dirty bird as Penguin feathers a new nest with lies, deceit and murder.
On sale October 4 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
BATMAN AND THE MAD MONK #3
Written by Wagner
Art and cover by Wagner
The sinister Mad Monk continues to ensnare Gotham in sadistic and shadowy webs! To solve the supernatural mystery behind this new villain, Batman must first hit the city’s criminal underbelly — and hit it hard!
On sale October 18 • 32 pg, FC, $3.50 US
BATMAN: LEGENDS OF THE DARK KNIGHT #211
Written by Bruce Jones
Art and cover by Ariel Olivetti
Concluding the 5-part “Darker Than Death.” Nothing will prepare you for the twist in this tale of intrigue and kidnapping that could compromise even the Batman!
On sale October 11 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
CATWOMAN #60
Written by Will Pfeifer
Art by David Lopez & Alvaro Lopez
Cover by Adam Hughes
Holly's in the slammer thanks to Catwoman's murder of the Black Mask! Selina's got to get her out, and fast. Problem is, there's a serial killer running amok in Gotham City — and Selina helped put him there!
On sale October 18 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
NIGHTWING #125
Written by Marv Wolfman
Art by Dan Jurgens & Norm Rapmund
Cover by Andy Clarke
Dick Grayson begins a new life and faces off with a new enemy as new series writer Marv Wolfman (TEEN TITANS) and art team Dan Jurgens (ACTION COMICS, 52) & Norm Rapmund (SUPERGIRL) take over NIGHTWING!
Raptor — a powerful new foe with an arsenal of deadly weapons — is wanted by the police and hunted by Nightwing. When he’s found standing over a charred, dead body, the police call it murder, but Nightwing isn’t sure. And even if it means an enemy goes free, Nightwing must uncover the truth!
On sale October 4 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
NIGHTWING: RENEGADE TP
Written by Devin Grayson
Art by Cliff Chiang, Phil Hester, Brad Walker and others
Cover by Hester & Ande Parks
An explosive new volume collecting Nightwing #112-117, the final story arc before One Year Later! This tale continues the adventures of Dick Grayson's double life in Blüdhaven, guest-starring Lex Luthor, Deathstroke and Oracle.
Advance-solicited; on sale November 8 • 144 pg, FC, $14.99 US
NIGHTWING: MOBBED UP TP
Written by Devin Grayson
Art by Phil Hester, Cliff Chiang and Ande Parks
Cover by Hester & Parks
Reoffered to coincide with the NIGHTWING: RENEGADE TP! Dick Grayson is a made man in this trade paperback collecting NIGHTWING #107-111! Ex-cop Grayson’s life spirals out of control after joining one of New York City’s crime families.
On sale November 8 • 128 pg, FC, $12.99 US • RELIST
ROBIN #155
Written by Adam Beechen
Art by Freddie E. Williams II
Cover by Patrick Gleason & Prentis Rollins
Robin finds his attempt to rescue kidnapped kids hampered by an inexperienced superhero. But this wannabe won't take no for an answer…and the results aren't pretty.
On sale October 18 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT ARCHIVES VOL. 5 HC
Written by Don Cameron, Bill Finger, Joe Samachson and Joe Greene
Art by Bob Kane, Jerry Robinson, Dick Sprang and others
Cover by Sprang
The Golden Age of the World's Greatest Detective returns for a fifth volume! Reprinting the Dynamic Duo's adventures from BATMAN issues #17-20 (1943), this volume features the first stories illustrated by legendary Batman artist Dick Sprang as well as an introduction by comics historian Michelle Nolan.
Advance-solicited; on sale November 29 • 216 pg, FC, $49.99 US
GOTHAM CENTRAL: THE QUICK AND THE DEAD TP
Written by Greg Rucka
Art by Michael Lark, Stefano Gaudiano and Kano
Cover by Cliff Chiang
A new collection featuring Gotham Central #23-25 and #28-31! Detective Renee Montoya investigates the disappearance of important evidence amid a gang war and travels to Keystone City in an attempt to unveil the truth about Officer Kelly's strange mutation.
Advance-solicited; on sale November 1 • 168 pg, FC, $14.99 US
GOTHAM CENTRAL: UNRESOLVED TARGETS TP
Written by Greg Rucka & Ed Brubaker
Art by Michael Lark & Stefano Gaudiano
Cover by Lark
Reoffered to coincide with the GOTHAM CENTRAL: THE QUICK AND THE DEAD TP! In this edition collecting GOTHAM CENTRAL #12-15 and #19-22, The Joker terrorizes the city, randomly executing people with a rifle — and no one from the Mayor on down is safe!
On sale November 1 • 192 pg, FC, $14.99 US • RELIST
ACTION COMICS #844
For information on this issue, please see the August issue of Previews!
On sale October 25 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
SUPERMAN/BATMAN ANNUAL #1
Written by Joe Kelly
Art and Ed McGuinness,
Ryan Ottley and Dexter Vines
Cover by McGuinness & Vines
Don’t miss the slam-bang first-ever SUPERMAN/BATMAN ANNUAL, written by Joe Kelly (JLA, SUPERGIRL) with art by the superstar team of Ed McGuinness & Dexter Vines (SUPERMAN/BATMAN) and rising star Ryan Ottley (Invincible)!
How did Superman and Batman discover each other’s secret identities? Why was Deathstroke after Bruce Wayne on one of his earliest assignments? How do Ultraman and Owlman fit into this? And why are they all on a cruise into the Bermuda Triangle?
The answers will shock and amaze in this far-out reimagining of one of the first meetings between the Man of Steel and the Caped Crusader!
On sale October 18 • 48 pg, FC, $3.99 US
SUPERMAN #657
Written by Kurt Busiek
Art and cover by Carlos Pacheco
& Jesus Merino
Taken to a dark future, Lois and Jimmy bear witness to the end of civilization. In a world torn apart by natural disasters, where Lex Luthor and some of the most powerful supervillains rule humanity, not even Superman can save the world. Even worse, this dystopian future may be Superman’s fault!
On sale October 11 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
SUPERGIRL #11
Written by Joe Kelly
Art by Ian Churchill & Norm Rapmund
Cover by Churchill
Supergirl joins the Outsiders, but does she have what it takes? Plus, meet the boy of Kara’s dreams!
On sale October 4 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
SUPERMAN/BATMAN VOL. 3: ABSOLUTE POWER TP
Written by Jeph Loeb
Art and cover by Carlos Pacheco & Jesus Merino
A new softcover collecting the blockbuster story "Absolute Power," originally presented in SUPERMAN/BATMAN #14-18! In this reality-bending tale, Superman and Batman rule Earth with an iron fist. Before long, the World's Finest Duo is sent careening through a series of bizarre alternate earths, facing an assortment of classic DC characters including Kamandi, Sgt. Rock, Haunted Tank, and many more!
Advance-solicited; on sale November 8 • 128 pg, FC, $12.99 US
SUPERMAN: THE MAN OF STEEL VOL. 5 TP
Written by John Byrne and Marv Wolfman
Art by Byrne, Jerry Ordway, Karl Kesel, P. Craig Russell and various
Cover by Ordway
The fifth collection of Superman tales from the 1980s, featuring ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN #432-435, ACTION COMICS #592-593 and SUPERMAN #9-10! Superman encounters the new hero Gangbuster, faces the menace of the Joker, teams up with Mister Miracle & Big Barda, and inadvertently becomes Metropolis's greatest menace!
Advance-solicited; on sale November 15 • 208 pg, FC, $19.99 US
52: WEEKS 22-25
Written by Geoff Johns, Grant Morrison, Greg Rucka, Mark Waid
Breakdowns by Keith Giffen
Art by various
Backup features by Waid and various
Covers by J.G. Jones
The story of the year continues in four more chapters of America's only weekly super-hero adventure!
WEEK 22: “Good news, sir. Your son Kon-El didn’t die in the Crisis after all.”
Plus, the Origin of Green Lantern by Waid and Ivan Reis & Marc Campos.
WEEK 23: “Look what these monsters did to your brother, Isis!
They deserve a slow death! Plucked apart like the insects they are!”
Plus, the Origin of Wildcat by Waid and Jerry Ordway.
WEEK 24: “You don’t really know me, but I’m a big fan and ...well...
I wanted to invite you to ...to ...to join the new Justice League.”
Plus, the Origin of Booster Gold by Waid and Dan Jurgens.
WEEK 25: “That's — the Black Marvel Family?”
Plus, the Origin of Nightwing by Waid and George Pérez!
52: A year without Superman; a year without Batman; a year without Wonder Woman…but not a year without heroes.
Week 22 on sale October 4 • Week 23 on sale October 11
Week 24 on sale October 18 • Week 25 on sale October 25 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US
AQUAMAN: SWORD OF ATLANTIS #46
Written by Kurt Busiek & Karl Kesel
Art by Phil Winslade & Butch Guice
Cover by Guice
Kicking off an all-new 2-part story! King Shark may get along with young Arthur, but there’s an Aquaman that King Shark never saw eye-to-eye with. Find out in this action-packed tale!
On sale October 18 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
AQUAMAN: SWORD OF ATLANTIS—ONCE & FUTURE TP
Written by Kurt Busiek
Art by Butch Guice
Cover by Carlos Pacheco
Collecting the acclaimed AQUAMAN #40-45, this volume heralds a fresh beginning for a brand-new Aquaman, as he embarks on a quest for his missing father, discovers the fate of Atlantis, and confronts the terrifying King Shark and the mysterious Dweller as an undersea war breaks out.
Advance-solicited; on sale November 15 • 144 pg, FC, $12.99 US
THE ALL-NEW ATOM #4
Written by Gail Simone
Art by Eddy Barrows & Trevor Scott
Cover by Ariel Olivetti
Big trouble hits Ivy Town…namely Giganta! And the new Atom's in way over his head against such a monstrous adversary!
On sale October 4 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
THE ADAM STRANGE ARCHIVES VOL. 2 HC
Written by Gardner Fox
Art by Carmine Infantino, Murphy Anderson and Joe Giella
Cover by Infantino & Anderson
Reprinting the adventures of Rann's champion from MYSTERY IN SPACE issues #66-80 (1961-62), this volume continues the adventures of one of DC's most beloved Silver Age icons, currently seen in 52! Plus, an introduction by Batman Begins producer Michael Uslan.
Advance-solicited; on sale November 8 • 228 pg, FC, $49.99 US
THE ADAM STRANGE ARCHIVES VOL. 1 HC
Written by Gardner Fox
Art by Mike Sekowsky, Carmine Infantino and others
Cover by Gil Kane & Bernard Sachs
Reoffered to coincide with ADAM STRANGE ARCHIVES VOL. 2, this volume collects stories from SHOWCASE #17-19 and MYSTERY IN SPACE #53-65. Witness displaced earthling Adam Strange defend the planet Rann from strange outer-space menaces at the whim of the Zeta-Beam!
On sale October 4 • 224 pg, FC, $49.99 US • Relist
BIRDS OF PREY #99
Written by Gail Simone
Art by James Raiz & Robin Riggs
Cover by Jerry Ordway
It's time for a change in the Birds' outfit — and the writing is on the computer screen that at least one member of the team will be moving on. With issue #100 just around the corner, now seems the perfect time for a reality check.
On sale October 18 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
THE BLUE BEETLE #8
Written by Keith Giffen & John Rogers
Art by Cully Hamner
Cover by Duncan Rouleau
Escaping his way-too-high visibility in El Paso, the Beetle hits the road looking for answers from the Scarab’s original owner! But it ain’t a road trip without a few speed bumps!
On sale October 25 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
CHECKMATE #7
Written by Greg Rucka, Nunzio DeFilippis & Christina Weir
Art by Cliff Richards & Dan Green
Cover by Jesus Saiz
An original member of SUICIDE SQUAD returns!
But there’s more to it than meets the eye as this founding father’s outnumbered by his own prey!
On sale October 18 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
THE CREEPER #3
Written by Steve Niles
Art by Justiniano & Walden Wong
Cover by Justiniano
Dr. Katz’s serum reveals even stranger effects, and it’s up to the Creeper to protect Gotham from them!
On sale October 4 • 3 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
FIRESTORM: THE NUCLEAR MAN #30
Written by Stuart Moore Cover by Brian Stelfreeze
Art by Jamal Igle, Steve Sadowski & Keith Champagne
Continuing "In My Father's House," the biggest Firestorm storyline ever! Professor Stein and the "other" Firestorm uncover information about the mystery villain that rocks Firehawk to her core! Meanwhile, an emotionally drained Jason Rusch pursues the enigmatic Gehenna to a fateful confrontation. It's all been building to this!
On sale October 11 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
THE FLASH: FASTEST MAN ALIVE #5
Written by Danny Bilson & Paul DeMeo
Art and cover by Ken Lashley
Past and present collide in a very public battle as the Flash’s foe decides he wants the Speed Force for himself!
On sale October 18 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
GREEN LANTERN #15
Written by Geoff Johns
Art by Ivan Reis & Oclair Albert
Cover by Ethan Van Sciver
Part 3 of “Wanted: Hal Jordan,” guest-starring Alan Scott, Green Arrow and Roy Harper! Wanted for murder and on the run, with John Stewart's life on the line, Hal Jordan struggles to clear his name once again. But who put a price on his head? And what do they want from Green Lantern?
On sale October 25 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
GREEN LANTERN: REVENGE OF THE GREEN LANTERNS HC
Written by Geoff Johns
Art by Carlos Pacheco, Ethan Van Sciver, Ivan Reis and others
Cover by Simone Bianchi
Collecting issues #7-13 of the monthly title! This volume features Hal Jordan teaming with Green Arrow to battle the demonic Mongul, and joining Batman for an encounter with the murderous Tattooed Man before learning that long presumed-dead Green Lanterns are still alive!
Advance-solicited; on sale November 29 • 176 pg, FC, $19.99 US
GREEN LANTERN: NO FEAR HC
Written by Geoff Johns
Art by Carlos Pacheco, Ethan Van Sciver, Darwyn Cooke and others
Cover by Alex Ross
Reoffered to coincide with REVENGE OF THE GREEN LANTERNS, this volume collects GREEN LANTERN #1-6 and GREEN LANTERN SECRET FILES #1! Hal Jordan is back from the dead — now watch as he re-establishes his life as a pilot and Earth’s protector!
On sale October 4 • 176 pg, FC, $24.99 US • Relist
GREEN LANTERN CORPS #5
Written by Dave Gibbons
Art and cover by Gibbons & Michael Bair
A special issue written and pencilled by Dave Gibbons!
Guy Gardner is helped by an unlikely savior in his battle against
the bounty hunter Bolphunga. Meanwhile, in deep space, Lanterns pursue Thanagar’s attackers and Mogo gives comfort. But all is not as it seems...
On sale October 11 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
ION #7
Written by Ron Marz
Art by Greg Tocchini & Jay Leisten
Cover by Kalman Andrasofszky
Ion returns to Earth! But with a mysterious cosmic entity monitoring him from afar, Kyle's and our planet may not be safe. The next chapter in the Ion saga starts here!
On sale October 18 • 7 of 12 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
HAWKGIRL #57
Written by Walter Simonson
Art by Joe Bennett & Ruy Jose
Cover by Howard Chaykin
Featuring guest art by Joe Bennett & Ruy Jose (52)! Hawkgirl revisits the Rann/Thanagar war— where she last saw Hawkman — when a renegade soldier brings the war back to her on Earth!
On sale October 25 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
GREEN ARROW #67
Written by Judd Winick
Art and cover by Scott McDaniel & Andy Owens
Still on the island recovering from his wounds, Green Arrow and company are attacked by some of the world's most deadly mercenaries! Will this destroy Ollie's plans to return to — and save —Star City? And if not, who will remain by his side?
On sale October 11 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
JLA CLASSIFIED #28
Written by Howard Chaykin
Art and cover by Kilian Plunkett & Tom Nguyen
Still deep under cover— and violating a United Nations
sanction — the JLA infiltrates enemy lines and comes face-to-face
with their meta-humans!
On sale October 11 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
JSA CLASSIFIED #18
Written by Tony Bedard
Art and cover by Scott McDaniel & Andy Owens
Reluctantly partnered with the lunatic Bane, Hourman must confront his own addictions if he's to conquer the enemy at his side!
On sale October 25 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
JUSTICE #8
Written by Jim Krueger & Alex Ross
Art by Doug Braithwaite & Ross
Cover by Ross
The worst fears of the Justice League are realized, as the villains strike through those closest to the heroes!
On sale October 25 • 8 of 12 • 40 pg, FC, $3.50 US
JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA #3
Written by Brad Meltzer
Art by Ed Benes & Sandra Hope
Cover by Michael Turner
Variant cover by Chris Sprouse & Karl Story
The re-formation of the League continues, and one of the new members comes up against the latest — and deadliest — of the JLA villains: Dr. Impossible. And he’s just one of the many sinister forces gathering to bring an end to the World's Greatest Super-Heroes! Retailers: This issue will feature two covers that may be ordered separately. The Standard Edition cover is by Michael Turner; one copy of the Variant Edition, with a cover by Chris Sprouse & Karl Story, may be ordered for every 10 copies of the Standard Edition ordered. Please see the Previews Order Form for further details.
On sale October 18 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
JONAH HEX #12
Written by Jimmy Palmiotti & Justin Gray
Art by Paul Gulacy
Cover by Luke Ross
During a blinding snowstorm, a group of settlers are declared outlaws and have bounties placed on their heads. To defend themselves against these ruthless bounty killers, the settlers turn to one man for help: Jonah Hex!
On sale October 4 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
MARTIAN MANHUNTER #3
Written by A.J. Lieberman
Art and cover by Al Barrionuevo & Bit
The truths that Martian Manhunter has lived his life by are being destroyed! As he discovers the truth behind the lies, everything about his life will change — and when the humans responsible for the deceit try to reclaim their secrets from the Martian Manhunter, they will discover a fury the world has never seen before.
On sale October 11 • 3 of 8 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
MYSTERY IN SPACE #2
Written by Jim Starlin
Art by Shane Davis & Matt “Batt” Banning
and Starlin & Al Milgrom
Cover by Davis & Banning
Captain Comet turns himself in to the Hardcore Station authorities to report a murder — his own! As the new Comet investigates his past, unknown enemies are hot on his trail and old acquaintances are filled with suspicion. Can Comet solve the riddle of his own unexpected existence before he shares the fate of his predecessor?
Plus, in the backup feature, things get weirder and weirder for — you guessed it — the Weird!
On sale October 4 • 2 of 8 • 48 pg, FC, $3.99 US
THE NEXT #4
Written by Tad Williams
Art and cover by Dietrich Smith & Walden Wong
The fist of the Iron Ring, the otherdimensional enforcer known as Sion, threatens the new superhero team The Next — and if they’re threatened, Monikka’s life hangs in the balance! Only Superman is strong enough to go mano a mano with Sion — but is even his power enough?
On sale October 4 • 4 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
OUTSIDERS #41
Written by Judd Winick
Art by Matthew Clark & Art Thibert
Cover by Daniel Acuña
An old foe returns with a new plan as the Outsiders’ secret cover crumbles!
On sale October 4 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
THE OMEGA MEN #1
Written by Andersen Gabrych
Art and cover by Henry Flint
A classic team makes an unexpected return to comics in a 6-issue miniseries written by Andersen Gabrych (DETECTIVE COMICS) with art by Henry Flint (2000 A.D.)! Convinced that all of creation is on the brink of cosmic apocalypse, the last remaining Omega Men begin a universe-spanning rampage of murder and destruction.
Pursued by every known league of interstellar justice, they are on the run and taking no prisoners! What is the mystery in space that One Year Later transforms these former freedom fighters into brutal terrorists? Climb on board for the controversial and head-spinning science-fiction odyssey that synthesizes intolerant zealotry, quantum mechanics, and all-out action!
On sale October 18 • 1 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
OMAC #4
Written by Bruce Jones
Art and cover by Renato Guedes
Teenaged runaway Mike Costner is the last OMAC, and he’s fighting the evil entity known as Brother Eye for control of his mind and body! Mike has only one person he can trust, a young woman named Vienna, but that means she’s number one on Brother Eye’s hit list!
On sale October 4 • 4 of 8 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
RUSH CITY #4
Written by Chuck Dixon
Art by Timothy Green II Cover by Jock
A mysterious case of a missing twin doubles the danger for Rush when millions of dollars go up for grabs! Diego is up to his wheel wells in double — and triple — crosses, and it's going to take every ounce of horsepower he has to reach the finish line in one piece! Meanwhile, in the shadows, a very powerful man continues his quest to destroy Rush!
On sale October 18 • 4 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
SEVEN SOLDIERS #1
Written by Grant Morrison
Art and cover by J.H. Williams III
Does the debut of an incredible new superteam begin here...or is this the end of the line for the most bizarre group of heroes ever known? Fresh from their hit miniseries, seven unique and unlikely soldiers must join forces to save humanity from its own future! The only catch? They can never meet!
Klarion, Zatanna, The Manhattan Guardian, Bulleteer, Mister Miracle, Frankenstein and The Shining Knight return for the epic conclusion of the Seven Soldiers mega-series, as the apocalyptic threat of the Sheeda intensifies to a terrifying, unexpected climax.
Which of the Seven Soldiers will betray the others? Which two will cross paths? Who will find love at the end of the world? Who will change forever? Who will face the ultimate villain? And which Soldier will die?
For all the answers, and much, much more, don't miss SEVEN SOLDIERS #1! Retailers: This issue is resolicited. All previous orders are cancelled.
Resolicited; on sale October 25 • 48 pg, FC, $3.99 US
SECRET SIX #5
Written by Gail Simone
Art by Brad Walker & Jimmy Palmiotti
Cover by Karl Kerschl
The penultimate issue! Sick and tired of being hunted, the Six decide to turn the tables on their mysterious pursuer. Will they succeed, or will this just be a suicide mission?
On sale October 25 • 5 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
SHADOWPACT #6
Written by Bill Willingham
Art and cover by Cory Walker
The Shadowpact confronts an arcane menace that has reduced their number — right from the start! Say goodbye to Ragman and the Enchantress — once the Wild Huntsman and his Hellhounds get through with them!
On sale October 18 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
SHOWCASE PRESENTS THE UNKNOWN SOLDIER VOL. 1 TP
Written by Joe Kubert, Bob Haney, Frank Robbins,
Robert Kanigher, David Michelinie and Archie Goodwin
Art by Kubert, Jack Sparling, Gerry Talaoc and others Cover by Ken Barr
Assuming a wide variety of disguises to battle the Nazis, the Unknown Soldier plunges deep behind enemy lines in this 560-page black-and-white SHOWCASE trade, collecting stories from his first appearance in STAR-SPANGLED WAR STORIES #151 to issue #190.
Advance-solicited; on sale November 22 • 560 pg, B&W $16.99 US
SHOWCASE PRESENTS HAUNTED TANK VOL. 1 TP
Written by Robert Kanigher
Art by Joe Kubert, Russ Heath, Irv Novick,
Jerry Grandenetti, and Jack Abel
Cover by Heath
Reoffered to coincide with SHOWCASE PRESENTS UNKNOWN SOLDIER, this volume collecting stories from G.I. COMBAT #87-119, BRAVE AND THE BOLD #52 and OUR ARMY AT WAR #155!
On sale October 4 • 560 pg, B&W, $16.99 US • Relist
SUPERGIRL AND THE LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES #23
Written by Mark Waid
Art by Barry Kitson & Mick Gray
Cover by Kitson
Variant cover by Adam Hughes
A 31st century blowout! Supergirl on Krypton? Shadow Lass running for Legion Leader? Plus an ending no one will see coming! Retailers: This issue will feature two covers that may be ordered separately. The Standard Edition cover is by Barry Kitson; one copy of the Variant Edition, with a cover by Adam Hughes, may be ordered for every 10 copies of the Standard Edition ordered. Please see the Previews Order Form for further details.
On sale October 25 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
TALES OF THE UNEXPECTED #1
Written by David Lapham and Brian Azzarello
Art by Eric Battle & Prentis Rollins and Cliff Chiang
Cover by Mike Mignola Variant cover by Neal Adams
David Lapham (Stray Bullets, Batman: City of Crime) and Eric Battle (Batman) follow the weird and horrific exploits of the reborn instrument of God’s wrath in a new 8-issue miniseries! As the personality of recently murdered Detective Crispus Allen recedes into the shadows, the strange entity known as the Spectre spans both interstellar cosmos and the crime-ridden back alleys of Gotham on his eerie quest to brutally punish those who choose to do wrong.
Plus, here begins the 6-part backup feature in which strange forces threaten to tear asunder the very fabric of the DCU’s past, present, and future! Dr. Thirteen rounds up the unusual suspects — Anthro, I…Vampire, Genius Jones, Primate Patrol, Gentleman Ghost, Captain Fear, Freedom Beast, Tracie 13 and others — for an adventure by the team of Brian Azzarello (100 BULLETS, BATMAN) and Cliff Chiang (DETECTIVE COMICS, HUMAN TARGET)! Retailers: This issue will feature two covers that may be ordered separately. The Standard Edition cover is by Mike Mignola; one copy of the Variant Edition, with a cover by Neal Adams, may be ordered for every 10 copies of the Standard Edition ordered. Please see the Previews Order Form for further details.
On sale October 11 • 1 of 8 • 48 pg, FC, $3.99 US
TEEN TITANS #40
Written by Geoff Johns
Art by Tony S. Daniel & Kevin Conrad
Cover by Daniel
In Part 3 of “Titans Around the World,” the team meets the strange, mysterious and very cute Miss Martian. What's her secret? And how can she help the Titans?
On sale October 11 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
TRIALS OF SHAZAM #3
Written by Judd Winick
Art and cover by Howard Porter
Freddy Freeman barely makes it through his first task — because he still has no powers! And the mysterious Council of Merlin has its own plans to make sure things stay that way for the young Marvel!
On sale October 25 • 3 of 12 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
UNCLE SAM AND THE FREEDOM FIGHTERS #4
Written by Jimmy Palmiotti & Jusin Gray
Art and cover by Daniel Acuña
After a trial by fire in the Arizona desert, the Freedom Fighters find themselves on the run from the government that created them. And what will happen when Phantom Lady learns the horrible truth about her father, the newly elected president?
On sale October 25 • 4 of 8 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
THE WARLORD #9
Written by Bruce Jones
Art and cover by Bart Sears
The Warlord deals with the devastating death of the person closest to him! Will he muster the strength to exact terrifying revenge?
On sale October 25 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
THE BATMAN STRIKES! #26
Written by Jai Nitz
Art by Christopher Jones & Terry Beatty
Cover by Dave McCaig
Clayface was once Bruce Wayne’s closest friend. Now he wants
to be forever free of his past and only live as a villain. The mad doctor Hugo Strange wants to help the Clayface side, but Batman wants to bring his human side back. Who will win the battle for Clayface’s mind?
On sale October 11 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US
JUSTICE LEAGUE UNLIMITED #26
Written by Bill Williams
Art by Carlo Barberi & Zach Howard
Cover by Ty Templeton
Atlantis is under siege by living statues of titanic proportions! Who’s causing this madness? Two of the JLA’s greatest foes: Black Manta and Felix Faust!
On sale October 4 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US
TEEN TITANS GO! #36
Written by J. Torres
Art by Todd Nauck & Lary Stucker
Cover by Glen Murakami
Celebrate the debut of an all-new Titan with a special
cover by the cartoon series' producer and character designer, Glen Murakami! When there's trouble, you know who to call…but who does Robin call when the other Titans are in danger? This time
he recruits Aqualad, Kid Flash, Speedy and…Wonder Girl!
On sale October 25 • 25 pg, FC, $2.25 US
KRYPTO THE SUPERDOG #2
Written by Jesse Leon McCann
Art by Min S. Ku & Jeff Albrecht
Cover by Scott Jeralds
It’s Crisis for Krypto as he and Kevin travel to different dimensions! But will everyone they meet be just as friendly and helpful
as the Super Pup himself?
On sale October 18 • 2 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US
CARTOON NETWORK ACTION PACK #6
Written by Man of Action, Robbie Busch and
Tom Warburton
Art by Dario Brizuela,
Chris Cook, Mike DeCarlo and others
Cover by Matt Jenkins
& DeCarlo
So hot, it’s cool! Ben Tennyson is heating up the snowy slopes as only Inferno can! Plus, the Kids Next Door discover just how sinister math can be!
On sale October 11
32 pg, FC, $2.25 US
CARTOON NETWORK BLOCK PARTY #26
Written by Sean Carolan,
Jen Moore, Frank Strom
and Robbie Busch
Art by by Phil Moy, Chris Cook, Gary Fields, Mike DeCarlo and Scott McRae
Cover by Robert Pope & DeCarlo
Yumi wants new amps, but she’s going to have to work for them! Also, the Powerpuff Girls face a cereal crisis!
On sale October 25
32 pg, FC, $2.25 US
LOONEY TUNES #143
Written by Sam Agro, Bill Matheny and Robbie Busch
Art by Walter Carzon, Leo Batic, David Alvarez and others
Cover by Scott Gross
Marvin the Martian has studied all types of Earth creatures, but none have intrigued him more than Taz! Plus, is Sylvester a treat for Gossamer?
On sale October 4
32 pg, FC, $2.25 US
SCOOBY-DOO #113
Written by Scott Peterson
Art by Robert Pope, Scott Jeralds, Tim Levins and others
Cover by Pope & Scott McRae
A visit with the Crypt-Reaper brings three stories of Mystery, Inc. guaranteed to make you cackle with comedic delight and tremble with terror in this spook-tacular Halloween issue! The Scooby gang come face-to-fang with the vampire, meet a mad scientist and his monster, and try to pacify a pointy pendulum!
On sale October 18
32 pg, FC, $2.25 US
MAD #471
Written and illustrated by The Usual Gang of Idiots
Halloween hijinx as only the Mad Gang can deliver!
On sale October 4 • 48 pg, FC/B&W, $3.99 US
MAD CLASSICS #11
Written and illustrated by The Usual Gang of Idiots
A jam-packed new issue of MAD CLASSICS, featuring the Best of the Web, MAD Marginals, Reader’s Choice picks and much more!
On sale October 11 • 96 pg, FC/B&W, $4.99 US
THE EMPTY EMPIRE Vol. 2
Written and illustrated by Naoe Kita
CMX. Rose — a clone of the great Emperor Idea — is reluctant to assume his position as the emperor’s replacement. But when Idea’s body is stolen and all hell is about to break loose, the Imperial Authorities have no choice but to force Rose to become the inspiring figurehead he was bred to be. A challenge from Migime, the man in possession of Idea’s body, motivates Rose to rise to the occasion, though it means putting himself at great risk. Also, more is revealed about Ririka — the imperial guard who has befriended Rose — and her relationship with the departed Emperor.
Advance-solicited; on sale November 29
5" x 7.375" • 208 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • TEEN
THE DEVIL DOES EXIST Vol. 8
Written and illustrated by Mitsuba Takanashi
CMX. Trapped by a typhoon, Kayano and Takeru are forced to spend the night in a hotel together…alone. Upon their return, they have no choice but to tell Kayano’s frightened mom where they’ve been and deal with the consequences, but her reaction is the last thing they expected. Secrets are shared and revealed in a story that’s a major turning point for this gripping romance.
Advance-solicited; on sale November 15
5" x 7.375" • 192 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • TEEN
GALS! Vol. 8
Written and illustrated by Mihona Fujii
CMX. This is a big year for Ran and her Gal pals — their last year of high school! But it starts out badly for Ran, as she misses a dodgeball tournament, is without a cell phone for a month, is annoyed to no end by the Freshman Detectives, and has to deal with a malicious rumor spread by the gossip group known as HEART. The word is that Ran stole Aya’s boyfriend…and Aya believes it!
Advance-solicited; on sale November 22
5" x 7.375" • 176 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • TEEN
KAMIKAZE KAITO JEANNE Vol. 6
Written and illustrated by Arina Tanemura
CMX. The penultimate volume of Kamikaze Kaito Jeanne begins over 550 years ago in France, on the night before the real Joan of Arc’s execution. Can Maron save her previous incarnation from being burned alive? After being betrayed and stripped of her powers by the back-stabbing Fallen Angel Finn, she’s really in no position to save anyone. Grasping the severity of the situation makes Maron realize that she needs to reconcile with her parents and maybe even tell Chiaki how she really feels about him. If Maron can even make it back to the present, will she be in time?
Advance-solicited; on sale November 15
5" x 7.375" • 192 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • ALL AGES
USASHI NO. 9 Vol. 9
Written and illustrated by Miyuki Takahashi
CMX. Once again, Agent Nine has her hands full — this time with a group of talented, rich, and hyper-intelligent kids whose idea of a good time is hacking into top-secret sites. The Omega Children live to make anyone less intelligent than they are miserable…and that’s pretty much everyone. Their latest stunt is to hack into a manufacturer’s mainframe; it’s a piece of cake, right up to the moment terrorists tapping the same computer discover them! Now they’re in so deep, it might be too late for even an Ultimate Blue agent to save the day.
Advance-solicited; on sale November 8
5" x 7.375" • 208 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • TEEN
OMUKAE DESU Vol. 2
Written and illustrated by Meca Tanaka
CMX. Hop on board with Madoka, as he shuttles more reluctant ghosts to the afterlife! This time, he assists the ghost of a stage-show “superhero” by giving him one last shot at a heroic performance. He also helps a beautiful high school English teacher, a friendless 11-year-old girl, and an old woman who lost something precious. And is a bunny suit about to be retired? Plus, two bonus stories by writer/artist Meca Tanaka!
Advance-solicited; on sale November 8
5" x 7.375" • 200 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • TEEN
TOWER OF THE FUTURE Vol. 5
Written and illustrated by Saki Hiwatari
CMX. Takeru knows that his girlfriend’s brother is infected by the mysterious entity Noize. Takeru is determined to protect Ichigo with his own hands, but who is watching out for him? Zen’s older sister reveals the relationship between their family and Noize, but the omnipotent Noize is, as always, listening — and doesn’t like what it hears!
Advance-solicited; on sale November 1
5" x 7.375" • 192 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • TEEN
YOUNG MAGICIAN Vol. 6
Written and illustrated by Yuri Narushima
CMX. Traumatized by the horrible incident at the hospital, Ibuki decides to leave town to live with distant relatives. While recuperating in Kyushu, he’s reunited with Carno — but when will they realize there’s a new plot to capture them? Meanwhile, the time has come for the Holy Knights to carry out their secret ritual…but is anyone ready for what this mysterious miracle will bring?
Advance-solicited; on sale November 22
5" x 7.375" • 208 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • MATURE
THE AUTHORITY #1
Written by Grant Morrison
Art and cover by Gene Ha
Variant covers by Arthur Adams
The WorldStorm rollout continues with the return of the most dangerous
super-group on the planet! Grant Morrison, the universally acclaimed writer of All Star Superman, Seven Soldiers and Wildcats brings his talents to the new bimonthly series THE AUTHORITY, featuring art by Eisner Award-winner Gene Ha (TOP 10)!
Morrison & Ha deliver an unparalleled sense of drama and dynamic storytelling to The Authority that will leave readers gasping for breath. The first issue starts with a bang
and goes up from there, reintroducing the team with intriguing new twists and revelations! Retailers: This issue will feature 3 covers that may be ordered separately. The Standard Edition cover is by Gene Ha; one copy of Variant Edition A, with a cover by Art Adams, may be ordered for every 10 copies of the Standard Edition ordered; one copy of Variant Edition B, with a pencil version of the cover by Arthur Adams, may be ordered for every 50 copies of the Standard
Edition ordered. Please see the Previews Order Form for further details. For a signed edition, please see the Dynamic Forces section of Previews.
On sale October 18 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
DEATHBLOW #1
Written by Brian Azzarello
Art and cover by Carlos D’Anda
Variant covers by Stephen Platt
From critically acclaimed writer Brian Azzarello (100 Bullets, Superman) and red-hot artist Carlos D'Anda (Outsiders) comes the story of one man's journey of self-discovery — and all the people he must kill along the way!
In a world marred by brutal warfare, unjustified nation-building and corporate greed, soldiers like Michael Cray — code name: Deathblow — run the risk of becoming lethal puppets. The real question is, who's pulling the strings?
Following a deadly mission, Cray is assumed dead by his superiors — until it's discovered he's being held in a Middle Eastern prison. A daring commando raid rescues Cray, and the government will use any means to determine where his loyalties lie. This puts Deathblow on
a dangerous road, unsure of who his real enemies are and of who he can trust — including himself! Retailers: This issue will feature 3 covers that may be ordered separately. The Standard Edition cover is by Carlos D’Anda; one copy of Variant Edition A, with a cover by Stephen Platt, may be ordered for every 10 copies of the Standard Edition ordered; one copy of Variant Edition B, with a pencil version of the cover by Stephen Platt, may be ordered for every 50 copies of the Standard Edition ordered. Please see the Previews Order Form for further details.
On sale October 25 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
GEN13 #1
Written by Gail Simone
Art and cover by Talent Caldwell & Matt “Batt” Banning
Variant covers by J. Scott Campbell
A new generation of adventure begins as superstar writer Gail Simone (Birds of Prey, Villains United) and artists Talent Caldwell & Matt “Batt” Banning (Wildcats: Nemesis) join forces to reimagine the classic WildStorm teen team!
The life of a teenager can be a strange enough experience, but when super-powers are added to the mix things get a whole lot more confusing in a hurry! Meet Caitlin, Sarah, Roxy, Bobby,
and Eddie — outcast teenagers from different parts of the country who quickly learn they all have something in common: abilities far beyond those of their classmates! But what's the secret to these wonderful and scary powers, and what role do the nefarious Tabula Rasa and International Operations play? Retailers: This issue will feature 3 covers that may be ordered separately. The Standard Edition cover is by Talent Caldwell & Matt “Batt” Banning; one copy of Variant Edition A, with a cover by J. Scott Campbell, may be ordered for every 10 copies of the Standard Edition ordered; one copy of Variant Edition B, with a pencil version of the cover by J. Scott Campbell, may be ordered for every 50 copies of the Standard Edition ordered. Please see the Previews Order Form for further details.
On sale October 11 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
WORLDSTORM #1
Written by Gail Simone, Christos Gage and others
Art by Neil Googe, Doug Mahnke and others
Cover by Arthur Adams
The WorldStorm has been unleashed, and this special edition will help fans get up to speed! This 32-page one-shot special includes two all-original, six-page stories that preview the soon-to-be-released StormWatch: Post-Human Division by Christos Gage and Doug Mahnke, and Tranquility, by Gail Simone and Neil Googe!
Also included in this book is a series of pinups accompanied by a host of valuable biographical information on WorldStorm teams and characters: The Authority, Wildcats, Gen13, Deathblow, THE Midnighter and Wetworks. This is a book no WildStorm fan will want to miss!
On sale October 11 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
WETWORKS #2
Written by Mike Carey
Art by Whilce Portacio & Richard Friend
Cover by Portacio
Variant covers by Michael Golden
Monsters walk among us as the explosive new series from the minds of Mike Carey (HELLBLAZER, LUCIFER) and Whilce Portacio continues! As Dane and company investigate a trio of mysterious killings in San Francisco, a werewolf cop is grilled for information. Meanwhile, the efforts to revive Mother One reach an unexpected conclusion. Retailers: This issue will feature 2 covers that may be ordered separately. The Standard Edition cover is by Whilce Portacio; one copy of Variant Edition A, with a cover by Michael Golden, may be ordered for every 10 copies of the Standard Edition ordered. Please see the Previews Order Form for further details.
On sale October 25 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
ASTRO CITY: THE DARK AGE BOOK 2 #1
Written by Kurt Busiek
Art by Brent Anderson
Cover by Alex Ross
The acclaimed ASTRO CITY returns with "Eyes of a Killer," the second story arc in the 16-issue DARK AGE epic by Kurt Busiek, Brent Anderson and Alex Ross! The mean streets of Astro City in the 1970s are getting meaner, and Charles and Royal Williams are drawn deeper into the darkness. Against the background of Astro City's most turbulent decade, featuring the Street Angel, Black Velvet, The Apollo 11, Jack-In-the-Box and more, one brother is targeted for death — while the other makes a discovery that could change their lives forever.
On sale October 25 • 5 of 16 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
CAPTAIN ATOM: ARMAGEDDON TP
Written by Will Pfeifer
Art by Giuseppe Camuncoli and Sandra Hope
Cover by Camuncoli & Gabriele Dell’Otto
One of DC’s mightiest champions explodes into the WildStorm Universe in this collection of the 9-issue miniseries!
A stranger's odyssey through a world close to his own, but different in so many ways is chronicled in this epic tale. Will the WildStorm Universe ever be the same?
Advance-solicited; on sale November 8 • 224 pg, FC, $19.99 US
THE BOYS #4
Written by Garth Ennis
Art and cover by Darick Robertson
They're young, they're beautiful, they're the number one teen super-team: they're Teenage Kix, and they're right in The Boys' gunsights. Hughie gets his first look at our heroes doing what they do best — and isn't too keen on some of the things he sees.
On sale October 25 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
BATTLER BRITTON #4
Written by Garth Ennis
Art by Colin Wilson
Cover by Garry Leach
Wing Commander Britton and Lt. Gilhooley are heavily outnumbered by Nazi fighters. Deep behind enemy lines without rations or a way home other than their feet, the two must use wits and cunning to survive. But will that be enough to sustain them after the lethal discovery they make?
On sale October 4 • 4 of 5 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
CLAW THE UNCONQUERED #5
Written by Chuck Dixon
Art and cover by Andy Smith
Claw faces betrayal and must fight for his life! Will his strength, skill, and berserker fury be enough to save his life? Or could this be the end for Claw the Conqueror? Plus, the dark prophecy takes vicious, evil shape — and Claw's role in it will astound!
On sale October 18 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
EX MACHINA VOL. 4: MARCH TO WAR TP
Written by Brian K. Vaughan
Art by Tony Harris & Tom Feister and Chris Sprouse & Karl Story
Cover by Tony Harris
A shocking tragedy strikes an Iraq War protest in downtown Manhattan in this collection featuring EX MACHINA #17-20! Plus, in the 2-part "Life and Death," superstar artist Chris Sprouse illustrates an adventure from Mayor Hundred's super-heroic past from EX MACHINA SPECIAL #1-2!
Advance-solicited; on sale November 29 • 144 pg, FC, $12.99 US • MATURE READERS
EX MACHINA VOL. 3: FACT VS. FICTION TP
Written by Brian K. Vaughan
Art by Tony Harris & Tom Feister and Chris Sprouse & Karl Story
Cover by Tony Harris
Reoffered to coincide with EX MACHINA VOL. 4, this volume collects three storylines from issues #11-16 of the Eisner Award-winning series! Mayor Hundred makes a difficult decision about his own future, becomes part of a shocking trial, and leaves New York City for the first time since his election!
On sale October 4 • 144 pg, FC, $12.99 US • MATURE READERS • Relist
EX MACHINA #25
Written by Brian K. Vaughan
Art by Tony Harris & Tom Feister
Cover by Harris
What does it take to be the bodyguard of a retired superhero? In this special stand-alone story, Mayor Hundred celebrates Bradbury, former sidekick of the high-flying Great Machine, now loyal chief of security to the most powerful man
in New York City!
On sale October 18 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
NINJA SCROLL #2
Written by J. Torres
Art and cover by Michael Chang
Variant cover by Jim Lee
The action-packed series based on the smash-hit anime continues! Jubei has found himself in a mysterious village surrounded by long-dead enemies! As he slowly puts the pieces of the puzzle together while fighting for his life, he comes to the horrifying conclusion that maybe he's not in a mysterious village at all…he could very well be stranded in one of the levels of hell! Retailers: This issue will feature two covers that may be ordered separately. The Standard Edition cover is by Michael Chang; one copy of the Variant Edition, with a cover by Jim Lee, may be ordered for every 10 copies of the Standard Edition ordered. Please see the Previews Order Form for further details.
On sale October 11 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
DESOLATION JONES #7
Written by Warren Ellis
Art and cover by Danijel Zezelj
Kicking off “To Be in England,” a new 6-part story written by Warren Ellis with art by Danijel Zezelj (LOVELESS)! A year ago, Michael Jones' former MI6 colleague John Asher sought sanctuary in the ex-spies' community inside the greater Los Angeles area. Today, Jones is hired to find out who killed John Asher the night before: a case that takes him into Hollywood, politics, sexual under-cultures, and the town 25 miles outside metropolitan L.A. where Philip K. Dick wrote his strangest books…
On sale October 18 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET #1
Written by Chuck Dixon
Art by TBD
Covers by Tony Harris
Variant cover by Tim Bradstreet
On the heels of the new DVD Special Edition of A Nightmare on Elm Street comes a terrifying new series!
From the twisted mind of Chuck Dixon (NIGHTWING, CLAW) and artist TBD comes a fresh look at one of the most frightening horror icons of all time: Freddy Krueger! A new family has moved to the quiet town of Springwood and when night falls, the town quickly learn its horrible secret! Will this new family survive a new nightmare on Elm Street? Or can the tables be turned in the monstrous dream realm? Retailers: This issue will feature two covers that may be ordered separately. The Standard Edition cover is by Tony Harris; one copy of the Variant Edition, with a cover by Tim Bradstreet, may be ordered for every 10 copies of the Standard Edition ordered. Please see the Previews Order Form for further details.
On sale October 4 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
PLANETARY #26
Written by Warren Ellis
Art and cover by John Cassaday
Discover what it’s all been building to! Jacob Greene is lost in space. William Leather is…not well. It all comes down to Elijah Snow and Randall Dowling — the architect of Planetary vs. the mastermind of the 4 — for the first and last time! Plus, one huge surprise. If ever there was an issue of Planetary you shouldn’t miss, this is it!
On sale October 25 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
MANIFEST ETERNITY #5
Written by Scott Lobdell
Art and cover by Dustin Nguyen
The war takes a dramatic turn as Tarkington unleashes the ultimate weapon of mass destruction on the enemy: a beautiful woman by the name of Skull! The epic adventure that follows the inter-stellar war between a culture of epic magic versus an empire of incredible technology continues!
On sale October 4 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
ROKKIN #4
Written by Andy Hartnell
Art and cover by Nick Bradshaw & Jim Charalampidis
The long, dark journey to Demortia continues as Arness tries to secure the weapon that could be his salvation. But will he achieve his goal, or will the agents of Vulmax get to it first? Alliances are forged and broken in this double-crossing, ogre-decapitating, can't-miss issue!
On sale October 11 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
THE ABSOLUTE SANDMAN VOL. 1 HARDCOVER
Written by Neil Gaiman
Art by Sam Kieth, Mike Dringenberg, Malcolm Jones III, Chris Bachalo, Michael Zulli, Steve Parkhouse, Kelley Jones, Charles Vess and Colleen Doran
Cover by Dave McKean
THE SANDMAN, written by New York Times best-selling author Neil Gaiman, was the most acclaimed comic book title of the 1990s. A rich blend of modern myth and dark fantasy in which contemporary fiction, historical drama and legend are seamlessly interwoven, THE SANDMAN is also widely considered one of the most original and artistically ambitious series of the modern age. By the time it concluded in 1996, it had made significant contributions to the artistic maturity of comic books and become a pop culture phenomenon in its own right.
Now, DC Comics is proud to present this comics classic in an all-new Absolute Edition format. The first of four beautifully designed slipcased volumes, THE ABSOLUTE SANDMAN VOL. 1 collects issues #1-20 of THE SANDMAN and features completely new coloring, approved by the author on the first 18 issues, as well as a host of never-before-seen extra material including the complete original Sandman proposal, a gallery of character designs from Gaiman and the artists who originated the look of the Sandman, and the original script for the World Fantasy Award-winning THE SANDMAN #19, “A Midsummer Night's Dream," together with reproductions of the issue’s original pencils by Charles Vess. Also included are a new introduction by DC President & Publisher Paul Levitz and an afterword by Gaiman.
Advance-solicited; on sale November 1 • 612 pg, FC, $99.00 US • MATURE READERS
THE SANDMAN #1 SPECIAL EDITION
Written by Neil Gaiman
Art by Sam Kieth & Mike Dringenberg
Cover by Dave McKean
In celebration of THE ABSOLUTE SANDMAN VOL. 1 HC, Vertigo proudly re-presents the classic debut issue of THE SANDMAN, completely recolored and priced at just $.50 U.S.
Written by New York Times bestselling author Neil Gaiman (Anansi
Boys, American Gods), with art by Sam Kieth (BATMAN: SECRETS) & Mike Dringenberg and a cover by Dave McKean (Mirrormask), this is the unforgettable issue the introduced the modern-day mythology of Morpheus, the Endless, and so much more.
This Special Edition presents the brilliantly recolored version of the issue, as seen in THE ABSOLUTE SANDMAN VOL. 1, along with ads spotlighting THE ABSOLUTE SANDMAN and more. This promotionally priced issue is an ideal way for retailers to show off the new look of these groundbreaking stories
and promote sales for the slipcased hardcovers.
On sale October 25 • 48 pg, FC, $.50 US • MATURE READERS
100 BULLETS #77
Written by Brian Azzarello
Art by Eduardo Risso
Cover by Dave Johnson
The major players continue on to Mexico, with one group arriving first with an offer that’s hard to refuse. However, Dizzy, along with the three men who love her, has plans of her own. Will it be the Minutemen or the Trust that grows stronger, or will the Mexico Quartet go it alone?
On sale October 11 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
AMERICAN VIRGIN #8
Written by Steven T. Seagle
Art by Becky Cloonan
Cover by Joshua Middleton
Part 4 of the 5-part "Going Down." Adam Chamberlain has been raked through a thicket of emotion and finally stands toe-to-toe with the singular object of his immortal sadness. But with more than one life on the line, will Adam tighten the noose and get the vengeance he so desperately needs? Or will he answer to a higher power instead?
On sale October 25 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
AMERICAN SPLENDOR #2
Written by Harvey Pekar
Art by Dean Haspiel, Chris Samnee, Eddie Campbell, Richard Corben, Leonardo Manco, Chris Weston
and Chandler Wood
Cover by Haspiel
Seven new stories from the ongoing adventures of the ultimate everyman, featuring an all-star roster of artists including Eddie Campbell (BATMAN: LEGENDS OF THE DARK KNIGHT, From Hell), Richard Corben (SWAMP THING), Chris Weston (THE FILTH) and Leonardo Manco (HELLBLAZER). Harvey battles rebellious toilet bowls, overbearing snowfalls and uncooperative eyeglasses, among other adversaries, in this ad-free issue.
On sale October 4 • 2 of 4 • 32 pg, No ads, B&W, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
DMZ #12
Written by Brian Wood
Art and cover by Wood
In this special stand-alone issue, Brian Wood supplies both script and art and gives readers an in-depth look at life, culture and the unique neighborhoods within the DMZ. Think of it as a tourist guide to one of the most dangerous destinations on Earth — Manhattan, New York City…the DMZ.
On sale October 11 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
DEADMAN #3
Written by Bruce Jones
Art and cover by John Watkiss
In part 3 of the 5-part debut story arc, a secret kept by Brandon’s late father could explain Brandon’s incessant interdimensional shifting — as well as the mystery of his own apparent death — as long as he can escape the relentless team of operatives bent on killing him a second time.
On sale October 18 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
HELLBLAZER #225
Written by Denise Mina
Art by Leonardo Manco
Cover by Lee Bermejo
Part 2 of Denise Mina’s 5-part “The Red Right Hand.” Constantine finds that reunions with old friends aren’t all they’re cracked up to be. But his new friends only lead him into more trouble as Chris Cole, tormented by the ghost of his murdered wife, rejoins John on a mission to save the city of Glasgow — or kill everyone still living there.
On sale October 18 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
HELLBLAZER: EMPATHY IS THE ENEMY TP
Written by Denise Mina
Art by Leonardo Manco
Cover by Lee Bermejo
Collecting award-winning novelist Denise Mina’s (Garnethill, Deception, Field of Blood) take on the hard-drinking master of bad-luck magic from HELLBLAZER #216-222. When an ordinary man innocently uses an incantation, he turns to Constantine for help. But when an infamous Scottish occultist gets involved, Constantine discovers he has been cursed with empathy for his fellow man and realizes that the nightmare has just begun.
Advance-solicited; on sale November 15
168 pg, FC, $14.99 US • MATURE READERS
THE FOUNTAIN SOFTCOVER
Written by Darren Aronofsky
Adapted by Kent Williams
Art and cover by Williams
This fall, Darren Aronofsky — the acclaimed director behind such critically acclaimed films as Pi and Requiem for a Dream – releases The Fountain, his most ambitious movie yet. Now, in time for the film’s greatly anticipated debut, is the softcover edition of last year’s sought-after THE FOUNTAIN graphic novel, which earned artist Kent Williams (Blood: A Tale, Havok/Wolverine: Meltdown) an Eisner Award nomination for Best Painter.
An odyssey about one man’s thousand-year struggle to save the woman he loves, The Fountain follows Thomas as he feverishly travels through three distinct eras: as a 16th century conquistador battling a fierce Mayan army, as a present-day scientist searching for a cure for his wife’s mortal disease and as a future explorer seeking to uncover the secrets of a dying star.
The Fountain graphic novel is a sister-project to the film, which is released by Warner Bros. Pictures and Regency Enterprises and stars Tony-Award-winner Hugh Jackman (The Boy from Oz, X-Men) and Oscar-winner Rachel Weisz (The Constant Gardener, The Mummy). Using the same story as its seed but stretched instead upon the limitless canvas of the comics medium, the graphic novel provides an insider’s accompaniment to the movie, providing perhaps the ultimate “director’s cut.”
On sale October 4 • 8.625” x 11.625” • 176 pg, FC, $19.99 US • MATURE READERS
THE EXTERMINATORS #10
Written by Simon Oliver
Art by Tony Moore & Ande Parks
Cover by Philip Bond
The calamitous conclusion of the 4-part “Insurgency.” Nothing is more deadly than a militia of insects willing to kill themselves for a cause. The Bug-Bee boys discover that the cause is to turn man’s own considerable waste products against him. And one Bug Brother will have to give his own life to hold back the rise of the roaches. For now.
On sale October 4 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
FABLES #54
Written by Bill Willingham
Art by Mark Buckingham & Steve Leialoha and Paul Guinan
Cover by James Jean
Hansel has been selected by The Adversary to be his personal envoy to Fabletown. There’s just one problem: Hansel is not a nice man. But someone has to free Baba Yaga and the captured Wooden Soldiers from the Woodland before the Empire’s invasion of the mundy world can begin — and Hansel’s just the Fable for the job!
On sale October 11 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
JACK OF FABLES #4
Written by Bill Willingham & Matthew Sturges
Art by Tony Akins & Andrew Pepoy
Cover by James Jean
The great escape is on! Jack’s ingenious plan has reached fruition. All of the captive Fables are on their way, breaking out of the Golden Boughs Retirement Village. But wait a minute — this is one of Jack’s schemes, so how can it possibly go well? Will our heroes win their freedom or will the insidious Mr. Revise and his army of evil librarians keep the Fables locked away forever?
On sale October 25 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
THE OTHER SIDE #1
Written by Jason Aaron
Art and cover by Cameron Stewart
1968. The height of the Vietnam War. Two young men from opposite ends of the earth must drag themselves through Hell for the opportunity to kill one another.
Written by rookie sensation Jason Aaron with astoundingly visceral art by Cameron Stewart (SEAGUY, SEVEN SOLDIERS: GUARDIAN), THE OTHER SIDE is a 5-issue miniseries following Bill Everette, a 19-year-old Alabama farm boy drafted into the Marine Corps whose only goal is to come home alive, and Vo Binh Dai, a 19-year-old Vietnamese farm boy who enlists in the People’s Army of Vietnam, terrified only of failing in his duty to die bravely for his country.
Along the way, Private Everette encounters demonically vicious Parris Island drill instructors, talking maggots, voiceless ghosts, jaded grunts, man-eating pigs, maniacal rats, leeches that quote William Blake, a rifle that begs him to shoot himself and occasionally even the enemy. Vo Dai must undertake the long march south down the Strategic Trail, through black forests and bloody swamps, over pockmarked earth and fields of fire, past tigers and dragons and mounds of the dead, past exhaustion, beyond endurance. At turns, wholly fantastic yet always heartbreakingly realistic.
THE OTHER SIDE is an epic tragedy about America’s most haunting war. A surreal exploration of the Vietnam war from opposing viewpoints. A horror story about the horrors of war.
On sale October 4 • 1 of 5 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
LOVELESS #12
Written by Brian Azzarello
Art and cover by Marcelo Frusin
Azzarello and Frusin deliver the shocking conclusion of the 4-part “Thicker Than Blackwater.” With the sadistic serial murderer finally revealed — as well as his high-level backers — will Sheriff Wes Cutter dole out justice or revel in Blackwater’s horrible fate?
On sale October 25 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
TESTAMENT #11
Written by Douglas Rushkoff
Art by Peter Gross & Gary Erskine
Cover by Liam Sharp
A special standalone story featuring guest art art by Peter Gross (LUCIFER) & Gary Erskine (THE FILTH) reveals the hidden history of the most cryptic character in The Temple. Tyrone was once a beloved humanitarian who ran a profitable enterprise — until his own god turned against him. Is he reliving the story of the Biblical Job? Or does Job still live today?
On sale October 18 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
SWAMP THING: INFERNAL TRIANGLES TP
Written by Rick Veitch, Jamie Delano and Stephen Bissette
Art by Rick Veitch, Alfredo Alcala, Tom Mandrake and others
Cover by John Totleben
Collecting issues #77-81 of the series that helped to lay the foundation for the Vertigo line, ths volume follows the Avatar of the Green and Abby as they prepare for the birth of their child — only to have an alien intelligence rip the Swamp Thing away from his home just when he's needed the most. This collection also reprints the 41-page "Distant Cousins" story from SWAMP THING ANNUAL #3, featuring the all-ape adventures of the DCU's most famous anthropoids.
Advance-solicited; on sale November 22 • 176 pg, FC, $19.99 US • MATURE READERS
SWAMP THING: SPONTANEOUS GENERATION TP
Written by Rick Veitch
Art by Veitch & Alfredo Alcala
Cover by John Totleben
Reoffered to coincide with SWAMP THING: INFERNAL TRIANGLES, this volume collects
SWAMP THING #71-76. Swamp Thing must find a way to allow himself and his heir to coexist in this world. The solution that presents itself after repeated failures comes as a surprise to everyone, especially John Constantine, who is about to become an unlikely father.
On sale October 4 • 160 pg, FC, $19.99 US • MATURE READERS • Relist
Y: THE LAST MAN VOl. 8 — KIMONO DRAGONS TP
Written by Brian K. Vaughan
Art by Pia Guerra, Jose Marzan, Jr. and Goran Sudzuka
Cover by Massimo Carnevale
Collecting issues #43-48 of Brian K. Vaughan and Pia Guerra’s award-winning Vertigo series, KIMONO DRAGONS brings the hunt for Ampersand — the monkey who could unlock the mystery of the male-killing plague — to its explosive climax, as the last man on Earth and his companions finally reach Japan and discover the truth behind Ampersand’s abduction.
Advance-solicited; on sale November 22 • 144 pg, FC, $14.99 US • MATURE READERS
Y: THE LAST MAN VOl. 7 — PAPER DOLLS TP
Written by Brian K. Vaughan
Art by Pia Guerra, Jose Marzan, Jr. and Goran Sudzuka
Cover by Massimo Carnevale
Reoffered to coincide with Y: THE LAST MAN VOL. 8, this volume collects issues
#37-42 of the hit Vertigo series. In addition to catching up on the adventures of Yorick's monkey Ampersand (whose body holds the key to stopping the male-killing plague) and telling the origin of Agent 355, PAPER DOLLS chronicles the search for Yorick's fiancée Beth in Australia.
On sale October 4 • 144 pg, FC, $14.99 US • MATURE READERS • Relist
Y: THE LAST MAN #50
Written by Brian K. Vaughan
Art by Pia Guerra & Jose Marzan, Jr.
Cover by Massimo Carnevale
In the landmark fiftieth issue of the critically acclaimed series,
the person, people or thing behind the plague that killed every man except for Yorick Brown is finally revealed! And with just ten more issues left, it's the beginning of the end…
On sale October 4 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • MATURE READERS
Dark Horse Comics Ocober 2006 solicitations
APPLESEED ID
Written and art by Shirow Masamune.
A collection of sketches, studies, and schematics, Appleseed ID is a must-have companion book for fans of the cyberpunk saga Appleseed and its legendary creator, Shirow Masamune, the manga mastermind behind such classics as Appleseed, Dominion, and Ghost in the Shell. Sit back and relax as Shirow takes you on a guided tour of one of his most beloved worlds, exploring the people, places, organizations and, of course, technology that make the universe of Appleseed the sci-fi hotspot that it is. Feel like taking a break from Shirow's examination and explanation of his creations, and of his own creative process? Then take a browse through this book's beautiful color galleries, or follow Deunan and Briareos on a high-stakes adventure with the short story "Called Game."
144 pages, black and white, $14.95, in stores on Dec. 20.
BANYA: THE EXPLOSIVE DELIVERY MAN VOLUME 2
Written and art by Kim Young-Oh.
Young Kong is entrusted with a delivery of great importance, and Banya schemes to free Mei from her captors. Instead of fighting fire with fire, Banya fights monsters with monsters! The delivery men of the Gaya Desert Post Office have only one motto: "Fast. Precise. Secure." Banya, the craziest and craftiest of the bunch, will stop at nothing to get a job done. Known as the "Explosive Delivery Man" for his daring, dedication, and diligence, Banya promises, "There isn't a delivery I can't make!" Whether it's transporting a rare artifact or reuniting a mother with her long-lost son, Banya will speed through war-torn deserts and mysterious forests, relying on flexibility, daring, and wits to complete his missions--no matter what the odds!
184 pages, black and white, $12.95, in stores on Dec. 20.
BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL #118
Written and art by Hiroaki Samura.
"The Sparrow Net," part 1 of 4. Hyakurin, disturbed by her recent encounter with Giichi, takes a break to drink and cry on a stranger's shoulder. Döa and Isaku have two surprise reunions. One will reinforce deep-seated beliefs and long-term goals. The other will have them fighting for their lives in the streets of Edo! Deep in an underground cell, Manji is imprisoned and tortured -- all in the name of "modern Japanese medicine."
Hiroaki Samura's hilarious "Biography" text piece continues, with exclusive pinups, and this issue features another color back cover by Stan Shaw that will link up with other covers to form an exciting, extended image!
32 pages, black and white, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 11.
BOTTOMFEEDER
Written by B.H. Fingerman.
In this debut novel by B. H. Fingerman, you will find a comical and creepy foray into the life of a working-class vampire. A man can go missing in New York City. A life can disappear. Teeth can sharpen, skin go pale, eyes reject the sun. One day, you're human. The next, you're a vampire, with an undying taste for blood. Set in the New York of prostitutes, junkies, and lonely hearts, Bottomfeeder tells the story of Philip, a smart-ass in a dead-end job, whose life takes an unusual turn after he tangles with a vampire. Now, spurred by a bloodlust stronger than his humanity, he haunts the abandoned streets alone, trying to maintain a semblance of normalcy while looking for prey.
224 pages, $12.95, in stores on Dec. 13.
CLASSIC PEANUTS CHARACTER #1: CHARLIE BROWN
Charles Schulz's Peanuts has won acclaim as one of the most popular comic strips of all time. Printed worldwide to this day, the familiar characters from this masterwork have been the basis for all sorts of entertainment, publishing, corporate identity, and merchandise projects. Dark Horse Deluxe is joining in the fun by creating a special series of limited-edition statues of vintage Peanuts characters.
Inspired by "syroco" sculptures that were popular in the 1930s and Œ40s, the new statuettes from Dark Horse are designed and manufactured in a style consistent with the earlier figures. The first of the statues will feature a new rendition of none other than Charlie Brown. Produced in a limited edition of hand-numbered copies, the figure is fully painted and ready to display. Lucy will be the second release, followed by Linus and the rest of the gang in a pattern of monthly releases.
Each hand-numbered statue comes carefully packaged in a full-color, litho-printed tin box. Also included is a small booklet about each character and a vintage-style pinback button.
5 inches tall, limited to 1,200, with booklet and button, $39.95, in stores on Nov. 15.
CONAN #33
Written by Timothy Truman, art by Cary Nord, colored by Dave Stewart, cover by Tony Harris.
Timothy Truman makes his debut as the regular writer of the Conan ongoing with a skull-shattering story of mad dogs, scheming priests, and humanoid abominations! With the beautiful Jiara in tow, Conan journeys west, away from the treacherous City of Thieves and into the jagged, desolate hills of Zamora. Yet lurking amidst the rocks are adversaries hungry for his flesh, his purse, and his soul. A day of death and pain has dawned for the Cimmerian, and when it ends, the wild, the wicked, and the foolish shall fear one name--Conan!
40 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 18.
CONAN: BOOK OF THOTH
Written by Kurt Busiek and Len Wein, art by Kelley Jones.
Writers Kurt Busiek and Len Wein, creator of Wolverine and Swamp Thing, team up with the grandmaster of horror art, Kelley Jones, to tell the horrifying origin of Thoth-amon‹Conan's greatest adversary!
In the dank alleys of a decaying city, a beggar child conjures visions of a future where, instead of spitting on him in the streets, the rich and privileged cower in fear of his terrible authority. Through cunning, murderous means, he ingratiates himself into a benevolent priesthood, only to turn the church and the nation itself over to the terrible snake-god, Set!
This essential piece of the Conan mythos reveals the secrets behind the dread sorcerer Thoth-amon for the first time!
192 pages, $17.95, in stores on Dec. 13.
CONAN AND THE SONGS OF THE DEAD #4
Written by Joe R. Lansdale, art by Timothy Truman, colors by Dave Stewart.
Out of the burning desert and into the biting forest, Conan travels at the advice of a nomadic tribe with the knowledge of how to use his hard-won treasures to unlock the way to a much grander prize. Yet within the wooded darkness hides a grave and bloody threat. Into the stinking bowels of the earth Conan and his party will be driven, where guardians who were once men protect an ancient and powerful secret.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 25.
CRYING FREEMAN VOLUME 4
Written by Kazuo Koike, art by Ryoichi Ikegami.
Cult leader Naiji Kumaga is poised for a hostile takeover of Japan. He has the tools--1,000 submachine guns in a land with few firearms--but needs expert hands to wield them, and the assassins of the 108 Dragons definitely have what it takes. Kumaga's plan: capture the Dragons' leader, Crying Freeman, and replace him with a trained double. Snatching the world's deadliest killer is a tall order, but maybe not too tall for the merciless giant, Tohgoku Oshu!
408 pages, $14.95, in stores on Dec. 13.
DARK HORSE COMICS: THE FIRST TWENTY YEARS
Written by Mike Richardson, Frank Miller and Paul Chadwick, art by Mike Mignola, Arthur Adams, Eric Powell and more.
Over the course of its two-decade publishing history, Dark Horse has blazed a trail through the comics industry, setting the precedent for creative freedom and creator rights while consistently delivering the most daring and cutting-edge graphic storytelling. Now celebrating our twentieth year, we take a look back at the writers, artists, and characters who have made Dark Horse the international publishing presence its become, and a look ahead at the up-and-coming talents who will influence generations to come. Dark Horse Comics, 20 years down and we're only getting started!
400 pages, $24.95, in stores on Dec. 13.
THE ESCAPISTS #4
Written by Brian K. Vaughan, art by Jason Alexander and Steve Rolston, colors by Matt Hollingsworth and Dave Stewart, cover by Alexander.
In the comic-within-a-comic, Jason Alexander brings Max and Case's gritty new vision of the Escapist to life as samurai-wielding female warriors take Luna Moth hostage. Silence may be golden, but why do these beautiful assassins have their mouths sewn shut?! And what isn't Luna Moth telling her would-be rescuer?
Back in the real world, artist Steve Rolston depicts the growing irritability between Max, Case, and Denny as our heroes go up against the worst villain of all time--a high-powered corporate lawyer!
32 pages, $2.95, in stores on Oct. 11.
FRAZETTA SNOW GIANTS STATUE
ReelArt Studios and Dark Horse Comics present Frazetta's Snow Giants, the first of a four-statue collection inspired by the original artwork of one of the world's most beloved fantasy illustrators, Frank Frazetta. The fully hand painted statue as sculpted by Tony Cipriano depicts one of Frazetta's most famous works and was personally overseen and approved by the master. This amazing statue is minutely detailed, stands 17" tall, and comes packaged in a full-color box. Edition size has not ben determined at the time of solicitation.
17 inches, $350, in stores on Nov. 29.
GHOST IN THE SHELL 1.5: HUMAN-ERROR PROCESSOR #1
Written and art by Shirow Masamune.
Deep into the twenty-first century, the line between man and machine has been inexorably blurred as humans rely on the enhancement of mechanical implants and robots are upgraded with human tissue. In this rapidly converging technoscape, the covert-ops agents of Section 9 are charged to track and crack the most dangerous terrorists, cybercriminals, and ghost hackers. And speaking of ghosts, when supposedly dead people start turning up walking and talking, Section 9 begins to look into the possibility that corpses are being "puppeted" from a remote location, and some serious powerbrokers may be pulling the strings.
Ghost in the Shell 1.5: Human-Error Processor presents for the first time in America the "lost" Ghost in the Shell stories, created by Shirow Masamune after completing work on the original Ghost in the Shell manga and prior to his tour-de-force, Ghost in the Shell 2: Man-Machine Interface, but never collected until now. Focusing on Section 9 agents in their daily battle against technocrime, Human-Error Processor has all the mind-twisting cybermadness you've come to expect from Ghost in the Shell but set in a more police-procedural context with action and suspense galore.
This first issue features part one of "Fat Cat," the first of four Ghost in the Shell tales.
24 pages, black and white, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 18.
THE GOON VOLUME 5: WICKED INCLINATIONS
Written and art by Eric Powell.
The tide has turned in Goon's war against the undead hordes of the Zombie Priest--or has it? With Buzzard now preventing the harvest of any fresh corpses from the cemetery, the Priest grows desperate. So desperate, that he unleashes incantations of previously unseen power to create a whole new breed of minion--one that may be beyond even the strength of the Goon to contain. But one pays a price for conjuring such evil into the world, and the Zombie Priest quickly discovers that the cost of such power may be far more than he bargained for.
136 pages, $14.95, in stores on Dec. 13.
HELLBOY ANIMATED STATUE: ABE SAPIEN
The awesome aquatic adventurer of the B.P.R.D. is emerging as a finely crafted, full-size collectible statue.
IDT Entertainment is creating a new Hellboy Animated series. Along with creative producers Mike Mignola and Guillermo Del Toro, with voices provided by Ron Perlman and Selma Blair, the two direct-to-video episodes will follow in the footsteps of the comics and successful studio film.
The perfect counterpart to Dark Horse's previously solicited Animated Hellboy statue, Abe Sapien is in a related action-oriented pose, indicative of the atmospheric scenery of the series and the fast-paced sleuthing of Hellboy and his team. Placed together, they work as a set, but each stands alone just fine. Sculpted by top talent Tony Cipriano, this limited-edition piece is true to the animated version from webbed fingers to gills.
10 inches tall, $150, in stores on Nov. 22.
HELLGATE: LONDON #0
Written by Ian Idginton, art by Steve Pugh, colored by Dan Jackson.
Few video games have enjoyed such a frenetic buzz around their release as the upcoming Hellgate: London, and with good reason‹they haven't had the awesome talent of former Diablo developers and executives working on an inaugural release! Now together as Flagship Studios, these formidable creative minds have developed a groundbreaking game that's guaranteed to become another best-selling franchise.
Ian Edginton, the author of Scarlet Traces and the recent War of the Worlds webcomic adaptation, teams with Superman and Preacher artist Steve Pugh to explore this demon-ravaged metropolis in comics form. Hellgate fans will eat up the realistic flavor that both UK creators bring to the work, and Flagship has had hands-on approval every step of the way.
MI5 agent Lyra Darius discovers a human charnel house in the heart of London while tailing Lord Sumerisle, the recently resigned Home Office Minister for Internal Affairs. She's soon entangled in a bloody intrigue with Knights Templar, and everything is building up to All Hallows Eve!
24 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 11.
JONNY CROSSBONES: DEAD MAN AT DEVIL'S COVE
Written and art by Les McClaine.
In the spirit of all-ages, globe-trotting adventure comics like TinTin and classic, serial newspaper strips, Jonny Crossbones: Dead Man at Devil's Cove is a good, old-fashioned, rip-roarin' adventure story, brought to us by Eisner-nominated artist Les McClaine. Jonny is a young auto mechanic drifting through a quiet life in his hometown of Rocky Hill, USA, until a chance meeting with his childhood hero, Doc Fiveash, draws him into a race against unscrupulous foes in search of a long-lost pirate treasure! Jonny teams up with the Doc's fetching niece, Gretchen Fiveash, and they travel across the world to find clues to the treasure's location. Our two brave heroes are shot at, kidnapped, and entangled in a dark plot as this engaging story brings the craftsmanship and thrills of yesteryear's cartoons to a modern audience.
144 pages, $14.95, in stores on Dec. 13.
KING KONG
Written by Christian Gossett, art by Dustin Weaver, cover by Dave Dorman.
One of the biggest motion pictures events of all time explodes off the comics page in this epic adaptation of Peter Jackson's King Kong! Director Carl Denham has one chance to make the film of his dreams‹hire an unknown actress, kidnap his writer, and board a tramp freighter for the mysterious Island of the Skull. But when hostile natives capture actress Ann Darrow, Denham and his crew will face horrors from giant spiders to bloodthirsty dinosaurs to get her back. Yet, nothing can prepare them for the revelation of the mighty wonder in whose clutches Ann truly remains‹King Kong!
96 pages, $12.95, in stores on Nov. 1.
KOTOBUKIYA PRINCESS LEIA SOFT VINYL MODEL KIT
Dark Horse continues its import program of the award-winning large vinyl Star Wars figures. Consisting of six easy-to-assemble pieces, Princess Leia is 10 inches tall.
One of the most alluring female character costumes ever, Princess Leia's slave outfit made an impression on millions of people when she appeared on the screen in Return of the Jedi in 1983. Owing its popularity among teenage boys to a combination of carefully placed metal and fabric, Leia's new look proved to be an overwhelming favorite.
Not to be outdone by other sex symbols, Leia did not sit idly by Jabba's side as her friends were threatened, rather, she strangled her captor with her own slave chains. Our heroine is celebrated in this stunning, realistically rendered vinyl model kit.
10 inches, $99.99, in stores on Nov. 15.
LANKHMAR BOOK 1: SWORDS AND DEVILTRY
Written by Hideyuki Kikuchi.
One of the most influential and critically acclaimed fantasy writers of all time, Fritz Leiber pioneered the sword-and-sorcery genre! In the ancient city of Lankhmar, two men forge a friendship in battle. The red-haired barbarian Fafhrd left the snowy reaches of Nehwon looking for a new life while the Gray Mouser, apprentice magician, fled after finding his master dead. These bawdy brothers-in-arms cement a friendship that leads them through the wilds of Nehwon facing thieves, wizards, princesses, and the depths of their desires and fears. Superb writing and brilliant, believable characterizations highlight the first entry in Leiber's seminal series.
272 pages, $8.95, in stores on Dec. 13.
LITTLE LULU VOLUME 13: TOO MUCH FUN
Written and art by John Stanley, art by Irving Tripp.
The good times never end for this gaggle of suburban heroes mastering the treacherous terrain of school, the beach, and of course, Main Street. Junior detective Tubby tackles a case, Lulu regales the troublesome tot Alvin with a tall tale of the wicked Witch Hazel, Annie gets even with the fellers from the clubhouse, and much more!
Collecting issues #54-58 of the Dell Comics' series Marge's Little Lulu, originally published between November 1952 and March 1953, this brimming volume features some of the funniest comics in known captivity.
208 pages, black and white, $9.95, in stores on Dec. 13.
OH MY GODDESS! VOLUME 25
Written and art by Kosuke Fujishima.
Ever since a cosmic phone call brought the four literal young goddesses Belldandy, Urd, Skuld--and, like an occasional vowel, Peorth‹to live in college student Keiichi's residence, his personal life has been turned upside down, sideways, and sometimes even into strange dimensions!
The appearance of the Fifth Goddess has heralded a darker turn in the story--as we are reminded that behind the adorable form of chibi-Hild lies a fearsome demonic intent. Her surprise attack on the goddesses begins by unleashing the beast Tenshikui, the Eater of Angels, which strips the angelic companions from Urd and Peorth's bodies! The stricken pair cannot survive long in this state . . . and Belldandy is the next target. But the Fifth Goddess is of a different order than her comrades‹not a Norn, but a grim Valkyrie, she stands holding a long axe to defend the fallen!
176 pages, black and white, $10.95, in stores on Dec. 13.
OLD BOY VOLUME 3
Written by Garon Tsuchiya, art by Nobuaki Minegishi.
The deadly game of cat-and-mouse continues! Imprisoned for a decade without trial or explanation‹and then released just as unceremoniously‹and now armed with a cell phone that his former torturer has provided for him, will Goto be able to hunt down the truth behind his decade in hell, or will he become even more his tormentor's plaything? No doubt, Goto's adversary still has a few surprises in store, and if Goto wants answers, he'll have to fight like the devil to get them.
216 pages, black and white, $12.95, in stores on Dec. 6
PATH OF THE ASSASSIN VOLUME 4
Written by Kazuo Koike, art by Goseki Kojima.
War! Ninjas! Love! Political intrigue! It's all packed into Path of the Assassin. Drafted by classic samurai manga creators Kazuo Koike and Goseki Kojima of Lone Wolf and Cub fame, Path of the Assassin is the story of a young shogun on his way to unite Japan, and the trusty ninja assigned to protect him. Be it in crafty maneuverings of war, political push and pull, or bedroom adventures, young Hattori Hanzo will not be kept from his duties.
Published in the popular pocket-sized manga format, Path of the Assassin packs historical fiction and fine art in yet another classic samurai series from Dark Horse.
304 pages, black and white, $9.95, in stores on Dec. 27.
THE PERHAPANAUTS: SECOND CHANCES #1
Written by Todd Dezago, art by Craig Rousseau.
They're back! Still glowing from the heat of their first mind-numbing miniseries, those prowlers of the paranormal -- The Perhapanauts -- are back to confront more creepy cryptozoological creatures and extradimensional entities! (No, the fact that the team is mostly made up of the same mythic monsters isn't lost on us . . .)
A Bigfoot, a chupacabra, a ghost, and a psychic, all agents for the enigmatic BEDLAM (Bureau of Extra-Dimensional Liabilities and Management), tear it up as they continue the fight to keep us safe from the unseen horrors in our closets and the things that go bump in the night!
Join The Perhapanauts as they delve into the mysteries of the unknown and the unexplained and answer questions like why there're more lines on your left palm than on your right!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 25.
THE PLAYBOY INTERVIEWS: LARGER THAN LIFE
Edited by Stephen Randall and the editors of Playboy magazine.
Fame: It's a world unto itself. Only certain people -- the lucky few -- are permitted entrance. Their notoriety and influence shape our views on politics, art, commerce, music, even the way we dress and speak. Our lives become defined by how we were before they existed and how we see ourselves after. Everyone remembers where they were the first time they heard the Beatles, watched Muhammad Ali step into the ring, or how they sat in amazement as Marlon Brando filled the big screen. For the last 40 years, Playboy magazine has gone into the living rooms and into the minds of America's glittering few, capturing in candid interviews the thoughts and emotions of these historic men and women at the height of their fame. Now, Playboy and M Press are honored to collect the interviews of 14 people who shaped the world, who can truly be called Larger Than Life.
400 pages, $22.95, in stores on Dec. 13.
REIKO THE ZOMBIE SHOP VOLUME 5
Written and art by Rei Mikamoto.
When Reiko Himezono transfers to a new school, Saint Cross Gakuen, she's confronted with a whole new set of faces. Fitting in might be a bit of a problem, though, since everyone she meets seems to want her dead! Of course, Reiko won't go down without a fight. As a Zombie Shop, she can raise the dead and call up obedient zombie servants from the very depths of Hell itself! But is she powerful enough to handle the dangers that wait for her around every school hall corner, or will this Zombie Shop be closed down for good?
184 pages, black and white, $12.95, in stores on Dec. 13.
REX MUNDI #2
Written by Arvid Nelson, art by Juan Ferreyra.
Rex Mundi is a murder mystery set in a 1930s Europe where sorcerers stalk the streets at night and the Roman Catholic Church never lost its grip on power. Master Physician Julien Saunière must uncover the two-thousand-year-old secret of the Holy Grail before all the world is drenched in blood!
In this issue, Julien and Genevieve flee Paris, on the run from the Holy Inquisition and the agents of the Duke of Lorraine. Their destination: a small town in the south of France where they will uncover the true nature of the Holy Grail. That is, if they survive the trip . . .
Meanwhile, the Prussian army swarms into the heart of France, within shelling distance of Paris itself! Has the Duke of Lorraine overestimated his prospects in the unfolding war?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 18.
SAMURAI STATUE
Based on the original Dark Horse comic book character created by Ron Marz and Luke Ross, both of whom have been actively involved in this sculpture from its inception, the fantastically detailed work depicts Asukai Shiro, a Japanese samurai from the year 1704.
His saga of pursuit and revenge, in order to rescue his lost love, Lady Yoshiko, inspired one of Dark Horse's most popular series of 2005. Working with one of the best sculptors in the field, Ruben Procopio, Dark Horse captured every nuance and color of the character. Posed in battle, amidst the detritus of feudal combat, this masterpiece was a challenge to create.
11.25 inches, limited to 950 pieces, $175, in stores on Oct. 25.
SATSUMA GISHIDEN VOLUME 2
Written and art by Hiroshi Hirata.
Japan's samurai past is riddled with stories of great fighting prowess and deeply ingrained systems of honor and discipline. But behind the stern demeanor was a society coming apart at the seams. Clashes in class systems and the need for a nation to come together threaten to break up the old ways of warring samurai‹these are tales of such struggles. This is the story of Japan's history, and the beginning of the end of the samurai era.
280 pages, black and white, $14.95, in stores on Dec. 20.
SCARLET TRACES: THE GREAT GAME #4
Written by Ian Edginton, art by D'Israeli.
With the British forces poised to deliver a death blow to their Martian foe, the implacable aliens reveal they've been playing a long game all their own and now the Earth itself is forfeit. For photographer Charlotte Hemming, she's no longer recording history but becoming part of it, as she joins in a last, desperate stand on the Moon! Don't miss the thrilling final issue of Scarlet Traces: The Great Game!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 11.
STAR WARS: DARK TIMES #1-- THE PATH TO NOWHERE
Written by Welles Hartley and Mick Harrison, art and cover by Douglas Wheatley, colored by Ronda Pattison.
"For over a thousand generations the Jedi Knights were the guardians of peace and justice in the Old Republic. Before the dark times, before the Empire."
--Ben Kenobi
The dark times are here. Even as the worlds of the former Republic are drawn into the iron grip of Palpatine's Empire, the galaxy seems adrift in a sea of chaos, lawlessness, and despair.
On Coruscant, Darth Vader waits for his Master to reveal his vision for the future. But is there a plan beyond obtaining power? On New Plympto, Jedi Master Dass Jennir leads a Nosaurian army in a war they have already lost. Is this what it now means to be a Jedi?
Dark Times #1 is the gateway to a new era in Star Wars history, an era where the future is grim, evil is on the rise, and all paths seem to lead nowhere . . .
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 25.
STAR WARS: KNIGHTS OF THE OLD REPUBLIC #10
Written by John Jackson Miller, art by Brian Ching, colored by Michael Atiyeh.
Secret motivations and a troubled history are revealed in this standalone story of fear, neglect, and betrayal in the Old Republic! After the great Sith War, one Jedi dedicated herself to training only the most gifted seers in hopes of foretelling and preventing the return of the Sith. But obsession with her mission led to oversight elsewhere, allowing dark influences to take hold amidst the Jedi order. Now, events have been set in motion that cannot be undone, the consequences of which will rewrite the fate of the entire galaxy!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 25.
STAR WARS LEGACY #5
Written by John Ostrander, penciled by Jan Duursema, inked by Dan Parsons, colored by Brad Anderson, cover by Adam Hughes.
A galaxy-shaking secret is revealed in the heat of battle! Old friendships will be strained to the breaking point, unlikely new alliances will be formed, and the relentless forces of evil will pursue their dark ends with even greater vigor and purpose. In a universe on the brink of either destruction or salvation, it is the actions of an unexpected few that will determine the fates of all. The previously uncharted future of Star Wars takes a surprising turn in this latest issue of Legacy‹be there!
32 pages, $2.99, in store on Oct. 3.
VAMPIRE HUNTER D VOLUME 6: PILGRIMAGE OF THE SACRED AND THE PROFANE
Written by Hideyuki Kikuchi, art by Yoshitaka Amano.
Granny Viper is a "people finder," a searcher for lost souls along the roads of a forbidding wasteland. Her latest mission: the safe return of a young woman named Tae, kidnapped eight years ago by vampire Nobility and held in Castle Gradinia on the Frontier's far border. But rescuing Tae is only half the battle‹Viper knows she and the girl can't cross the formidable expanse to the town of Barnabas alone. After making the fatal mistake of hiring the mercenary Bullow Brothers to help her, Granny turns to the legendary Vampire Hunter D for salvation. As they traverse the bleak desert between the Inner and Outer Frontier, the two women and D find themselves in a race for their lives. And they soon discover how cruel the desert is‹and how very ruthless the Bullow Brothers are . . . Features six illustrations by the renowned Yoshitaka Amano, illustrator of Neil Gaiman's Sandman: The Dream Hunters.
280 pages, $8.95, in stores on Dec. 13.
WHO WANTS TO BE A SUPERHERO?
Written by Stan Lee and Welles Hartley.
Dark Horse Comics has teamed with the Sci Fi Channel, Nash Entertainment, and comics legend Stan Lee to turn real-people-turned-superheroes into actual comic book superheroes!
For the show Who Wants to Be a Superhero?, Dark Horse and Glass House Graphics joined forces to create a first-issue comic book cover for each of the eleven contestants. The winner of the reality TV show (still to be determined as of this writing) will appear in their own comic-book adventure.
Over the course of six weekly episodes, Stan Lee will put a group of would-be superheroes through their paces, testing them on courage, character, and compassion. Some heroes will fall, while one will emerge triumphant. Who will be a superhero? We don't know yet, but ,somebody is going to live every comics fans' dream!
32 pages, $3.50, in stores on Oct. 4.
WORLDS OF AMANO
Written and art by Yoshitaka Amano.
Worlds of Amano provides a rare look inside the creative process of one of the most influential popular-culture artists working in Japan in the last thirty years.
Originally published in France, Worlds of Amano presents a unique overview of Yoshitaka Amano's diverse work. This vast introduction allows one to take in the full measure of the immense talent of this famous Japanese illustrator, who is so well known for his designs of the Final Fantasy video games.
Eclectic and apparently without limit, Amano's art is stunning. Drawing on numerous projects from over the last thirty years with many rarely seen illustrations, this book captures the rare beauty and inspiration of Amano's vision.
156 pages, $27.95, in stores on Dec. 13.
Written and art by Shirow Masamune.
A collection of sketches, studies, and schematics, Appleseed ID is a must-have companion book for fans of the cyberpunk saga Appleseed and its legendary creator, Shirow Masamune, the manga mastermind behind such classics as Appleseed, Dominion, and Ghost in the Shell. Sit back and relax as Shirow takes you on a guided tour of one of his most beloved worlds, exploring the people, places, organizations and, of course, technology that make the universe of Appleseed the sci-fi hotspot that it is. Feel like taking a break from Shirow's examination and explanation of his creations, and of his own creative process? Then take a browse through this book's beautiful color galleries, or follow Deunan and Briareos on a high-stakes adventure with the short story "Called Game."
144 pages, black and white, $14.95, in stores on Dec. 20.
BANYA: THE EXPLOSIVE DELIVERY MAN VOLUME 2
Written and art by Kim Young-Oh.
Young Kong is entrusted with a delivery of great importance, and Banya schemes to free Mei from her captors. Instead of fighting fire with fire, Banya fights monsters with monsters! The delivery men of the Gaya Desert Post Office have only one motto: "Fast. Precise. Secure." Banya, the craziest and craftiest of the bunch, will stop at nothing to get a job done. Known as the "Explosive Delivery Man" for his daring, dedication, and diligence, Banya promises, "There isn't a delivery I can't make!" Whether it's transporting a rare artifact or reuniting a mother with her long-lost son, Banya will speed through war-torn deserts and mysterious forests, relying on flexibility, daring, and wits to complete his missions--no matter what the odds!
184 pages, black and white, $12.95, in stores on Dec. 20.
BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL #118
Written and art by Hiroaki Samura.
"The Sparrow Net," part 1 of 4. Hyakurin, disturbed by her recent encounter with Giichi, takes a break to drink and cry on a stranger's shoulder. Döa and Isaku have two surprise reunions. One will reinforce deep-seated beliefs and long-term goals. The other will have them fighting for their lives in the streets of Edo! Deep in an underground cell, Manji is imprisoned and tortured -- all in the name of "modern Japanese medicine."
Hiroaki Samura's hilarious "Biography" text piece continues, with exclusive pinups, and this issue features another color back cover by Stan Shaw that will link up with other covers to form an exciting, extended image!
32 pages, black and white, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 11.
BOTTOMFEEDER
Written by B.H. Fingerman.
In this debut novel by B. H. Fingerman, you will find a comical and creepy foray into the life of a working-class vampire. A man can go missing in New York City. A life can disappear. Teeth can sharpen, skin go pale, eyes reject the sun. One day, you're human. The next, you're a vampire, with an undying taste for blood. Set in the New York of prostitutes, junkies, and lonely hearts, Bottomfeeder tells the story of Philip, a smart-ass in a dead-end job, whose life takes an unusual turn after he tangles with a vampire. Now, spurred by a bloodlust stronger than his humanity, he haunts the abandoned streets alone, trying to maintain a semblance of normalcy while looking for prey.
224 pages, $12.95, in stores on Dec. 13.
CLASSIC PEANUTS CHARACTER #1: CHARLIE BROWN
Charles Schulz's Peanuts has won acclaim as one of the most popular comic strips of all time. Printed worldwide to this day, the familiar characters from this masterwork have been the basis for all sorts of entertainment, publishing, corporate identity, and merchandise projects. Dark Horse Deluxe is joining in the fun by creating a special series of limited-edition statues of vintage Peanuts characters.
Inspired by "syroco" sculptures that were popular in the 1930s and Œ40s, the new statuettes from Dark Horse are designed and manufactured in a style consistent with the earlier figures. The first of the statues will feature a new rendition of none other than Charlie Brown. Produced in a limited edition of hand-numbered copies, the figure is fully painted and ready to display. Lucy will be the second release, followed by Linus and the rest of the gang in a pattern of monthly releases.
Each hand-numbered statue comes carefully packaged in a full-color, litho-printed tin box. Also included is a small booklet about each character and a vintage-style pinback button.
5 inches tall, limited to 1,200, with booklet and button, $39.95, in stores on Nov. 15.
CONAN #33
Written by Timothy Truman, art by Cary Nord, colored by Dave Stewart, cover by Tony Harris.
Timothy Truman makes his debut as the regular writer of the Conan ongoing with a skull-shattering story of mad dogs, scheming priests, and humanoid abominations! With the beautiful Jiara in tow, Conan journeys west, away from the treacherous City of Thieves and into the jagged, desolate hills of Zamora. Yet lurking amidst the rocks are adversaries hungry for his flesh, his purse, and his soul. A day of death and pain has dawned for the Cimmerian, and when it ends, the wild, the wicked, and the foolish shall fear one name--Conan!
40 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 18.
CONAN: BOOK OF THOTH
Written by Kurt Busiek and Len Wein, art by Kelley Jones.
Writers Kurt Busiek and Len Wein, creator of Wolverine and Swamp Thing, team up with the grandmaster of horror art, Kelley Jones, to tell the horrifying origin of Thoth-amon‹Conan's greatest adversary!
In the dank alleys of a decaying city, a beggar child conjures visions of a future where, instead of spitting on him in the streets, the rich and privileged cower in fear of his terrible authority. Through cunning, murderous means, he ingratiates himself into a benevolent priesthood, only to turn the church and the nation itself over to the terrible snake-god, Set!
This essential piece of the Conan mythos reveals the secrets behind the dread sorcerer Thoth-amon for the first time!
192 pages, $17.95, in stores on Dec. 13.
CONAN AND THE SONGS OF THE DEAD #4
Written by Joe R. Lansdale, art by Timothy Truman, colors by Dave Stewart.
Out of the burning desert and into the biting forest, Conan travels at the advice of a nomadic tribe with the knowledge of how to use his hard-won treasures to unlock the way to a much grander prize. Yet within the wooded darkness hides a grave and bloody threat. Into the stinking bowels of the earth Conan and his party will be driven, where guardians who were once men protect an ancient and powerful secret.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 25.
CRYING FREEMAN VOLUME 4
Written by Kazuo Koike, art by Ryoichi Ikegami.
Cult leader Naiji Kumaga is poised for a hostile takeover of Japan. He has the tools--1,000 submachine guns in a land with few firearms--but needs expert hands to wield them, and the assassins of the 108 Dragons definitely have what it takes. Kumaga's plan: capture the Dragons' leader, Crying Freeman, and replace him with a trained double. Snatching the world's deadliest killer is a tall order, but maybe not too tall for the merciless giant, Tohgoku Oshu!
408 pages, $14.95, in stores on Dec. 13.
DARK HORSE COMICS: THE FIRST TWENTY YEARS
Written by Mike Richardson, Frank Miller and Paul Chadwick, art by Mike Mignola, Arthur Adams, Eric Powell and more.
Over the course of its two-decade publishing history, Dark Horse has blazed a trail through the comics industry, setting the precedent for creative freedom and creator rights while consistently delivering the most daring and cutting-edge graphic storytelling. Now celebrating our twentieth year, we take a look back at the writers, artists, and characters who have made Dark Horse the international publishing presence its become, and a look ahead at the up-and-coming talents who will influence generations to come. Dark Horse Comics, 20 years down and we're only getting started!
400 pages, $24.95, in stores on Dec. 13.
THE ESCAPISTS #4
Written by Brian K. Vaughan, art by Jason Alexander and Steve Rolston, colors by Matt Hollingsworth and Dave Stewart, cover by Alexander.
In the comic-within-a-comic, Jason Alexander brings Max and Case's gritty new vision of the Escapist to life as samurai-wielding female warriors take Luna Moth hostage. Silence may be golden, but why do these beautiful assassins have their mouths sewn shut?! And what isn't Luna Moth telling her would-be rescuer?
Back in the real world, artist Steve Rolston depicts the growing irritability between Max, Case, and Denny as our heroes go up against the worst villain of all time--a high-powered corporate lawyer!
32 pages, $2.95, in stores on Oct. 11.
FRAZETTA SNOW GIANTS STATUE
ReelArt Studios and Dark Horse Comics present Frazetta's Snow Giants, the first of a four-statue collection inspired by the original artwork of one of the world's most beloved fantasy illustrators, Frank Frazetta. The fully hand painted statue as sculpted by Tony Cipriano depicts one of Frazetta's most famous works and was personally overseen and approved by the master. This amazing statue is minutely detailed, stands 17" tall, and comes packaged in a full-color box. Edition size has not ben determined at the time of solicitation.
17 inches, $350, in stores on Nov. 29.
GHOST IN THE SHELL 1.5: HUMAN-ERROR PROCESSOR #1
Written and art by Shirow Masamune.
Deep into the twenty-first century, the line between man and machine has been inexorably blurred as humans rely on the enhancement of mechanical implants and robots are upgraded with human tissue. In this rapidly converging technoscape, the covert-ops agents of Section 9 are charged to track and crack the most dangerous terrorists, cybercriminals, and ghost hackers. And speaking of ghosts, when supposedly dead people start turning up walking and talking, Section 9 begins to look into the possibility that corpses are being "puppeted" from a remote location, and some serious powerbrokers may be pulling the strings.
Ghost in the Shell 1.5: Human-Error Processor presents for the first time in America the "lost" Ghost in the Shell stories, created by Shirow Masamune after completing work on the original Ghost in the Shell manga and prior to his tour-de-force, Ghost in the Shell 2: Man-Machine Interface, but never collected until now. Focusing on Section 9 agents in their daily battle against technocrime, Human-Error Processor has all the mind-twisting cybermadness you've come to expect from Ghost in the Shell but set in a more police-procedural context with action and suspense galore.
This first issue features part one of "Fat Cat," the first of four Ghost in the Shell tales.
24 pages, black and white, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 18.
THE GOON VOLUME 5: WICKED INCLINATIONS
Written and art by Eric Powell.
The tide has turned in Goon's war against the undead hordes of the Zombie Priest--or has it? With Buzzard now preventing the harvest of any fresh corpses from the cemetery, the Priest grows desperate. So desperate, that he unleashes incantations of previously unseen power to create a whole new breed of minion--one that may be beyond even the strength of the Goon to contain. But one pays a price for conjuring such evil into the world, and the Zombie Priest quickly discovers that the cost of such power may be far more than he bargained for.
136 pages, $14.95, in stores on Dec. 13.
HELLBOY ANIMATED STATUE: ABE SAPIEN
The awesome aquatic adventurer of the B.P.R.D. is emerging as a finely crafted, full-size collectible statue.
IDT Entertainment is creating a new Hellboy Animated series. Along with creative producers Mike Mignola and Guillermo Del Toro, with voices provided by Ron Perlman and Selma Blair, the two direct-to-video episodes will follow in the footsteps of the comics and successful studio film.
The perfect counterpart to Dark Horse's previously solicited Animated Hellboy statue, Abe Sapien is in a related action-oriented pose, indicative of the atmospheric scenery of the series and the fast-paced sleuthing of Hellboy and his team. Placed together, they work as a set, but each stands alone just fine. Sculpted by top talent Tony Cipriano, this limited-edition piece is true to the animated version from webbed fingers to gills.
10 inches tall, $150, in stores on Nov. 22.
HELLGATE: LONDON #0
Written by Ian Idginton, art by Steve Pugh, colored by Dan Jackson.
Few video games have enjoyed such a frenetic buzz around their release as the upcoming Hellgate: London, and with good reason‹they haven't had the awesome talent of former Diablo developers and executives working on an inaugural release! Now together as Flagship Studios, these formidable creative minds have developed a groundbreaking game that's guaranteed to become another best-selling franchise.
Ian Edginton, the author of Scarlet Traces and the recent War of the Worlds webcomic adaptation, teams with Superman and Preacher artist Steve Pugh to explore this demon-ravaged metropolis in comics form. Hellgate fans will eat up the realistic flavor that both UK creators bring to the work, and Flagship has had hands-on approval every step of the way.
MI5 agent Lyra Darius discovers a human charnel house in the heart of London while tailing Lord Sumerisle, the recently resigned Home Office Minister for Internal Affairs. She's soon entangled in a bloody intrigue with Knights Templar, and everything is building up to All Hallows Eve!
24 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 11.
JONNY CROSSBONES: DEAD MAN AT DEVIL'S COVE
Written and art by Les McClaine.
In the spirit of all-ages, globe-trotting adventure comics like TinTin and classic, serial newspaper strips, Jonny Crossbones: Dead Man at Devil's Cove is a good, old-fashioned, rip-roarin' adventure story, brought to us by Eisner-nominated artist Les McClaine. Jonny is a young auto mechanic drifting through a quiet life in his hometown of Rocky Hill, USA, until a chance meeting with his childhood hero, Doc Fiveash, draws him into a race against unscrupulous foes in search of a long-lost pirate treasure! Jonny teams up with the Doc's fetching niece, Gretchen Fiveash, and they travel across the world to find clues to the treasure's location. Our two brave heroes are shot at, kidnapped, and entangled in a dark plot as this engaging story brings the craftsmanship and thrills of yesteryear's cartoons to a modern audience.
144 pages, $14.95, in stores on Dec. 13.
KING KONG
Written by Christian Gossett, art by Dustin Weaver, cover by Dave Dorman.
One of the biggest motion pictures events of all time explodes off the comics page in this epic adaptation of Peter Jackson's King Kong! Director Carl Denham has one chance to make the film of his dreams‹hire an unknown actress, kidnap his writer, and board a tramp freighter for the mysterious Island of the Skull. But when hostile natives capture actress Ann Darrow, Denham and his crew will face horrors from giant spiders to bloodthirsty dinosaurs to get her back. Yet, nothing can prepare them for the revelation of the mighty wonder in whose clutches Ann truly remains‹King Kong!
96 pages, $12.95, in stores on Nov. 1.
KOTOBUKIYA PRINCESS LEIA SOFT VINYL MODEL KIT
Dark Horse continues its import program of the award-winning large vinyl Star Wars figures. Consisting of six easy-to-assemble pieces, Princess Leia is 10 inches tall.
One of the most alluring female character costumes ever, Princess Leia's slave outfit made an impression on millions of people when she appeared on the screen in Return of the Jedi in 1983. Owing its popularity among teenage boys to a combination of carefully placed metal and fabric, Leia's new look proved to be an overwhelming favorite.
Not to be outdone by other sex symbols, Leia did not sit idly by Jabba's side as her friends were threatened, rather, she strangled her captor with her own slave chains. Our heroine is celebrated in this stunning, realistically rendered vinyl model kit.
10 inches, $99.99, in stores on Nov. 15.
LANKHMAR BOOK 1: SWORDS AND DEVILTRY
Written by Hideyuki Kikuchi.
One of the most influential and critically acclaimed fantasy writers of all time, Fritz Leiber pioneered the sword-and-sorcery genre! In the ancient city of Lankhmar, two men forge a friendship in battle. The red-haired barbarian Fafhrd left the snowy reaches of Nehwon looking for a new life while the Gray Mouser, apprentice magician, fled after finding his master dead. These bawdy brothers-in-arms cement a friendship that leads them through the wilds of Nehwon facing thieves, wizards, princesses, and the depths of their desires and fears. Superb writing and brilliant, believable characterizations highlight the first entry in Leiber's seminal series.
272 pages, $8.95, in stores on Dec. 13.
LITTLE LULU VOLUME 13: TOO MUCH FUN
Written and art by John Stanley, art by Irving Tripp.
The good times never end for this gaggle of suburban heroes mastering the treacherous terrain of school, the beach, and of course, Main Street. Junior detective Tubby tackles a case, Lulu regales the troublesome tot Alvin with a tall tale of the wicked Witch Hazel, Annie gets even with the fellers from the clubhouse, and much more!
Collecting issues #54-58 of the Dell Comics' series Marge's Little Lulu, originally published between November 1952 and March 1953, this brimming volume features some of the funniest comics in known captivity.
208 pages, black and white, $9.95, in stores on Dec. 13.
OH MY GODDESS! VOLUME 25
Written and art by Kosuke Fujishima.
Ever since a cosmic phone call brought the four literal young goddesses Belldandy, Urd, Skuld--and, like an occasional vowel, Peorth‹to live in college student Keiichi's residence, his personal life has been turned upside down, sideways, and sometimes even into strange dimensions!
The appearance of the Fifth Goddess has heralded a darker turn in the story--as we are reminded that behind the adorable form of chibi-Hild lies a fearsome demonic intent. Her surprise attack on the goddesses begins by unleashing the beast Tenshikui, the Eater of Angels, which strips the angelic companions from Urd and Peorth's bodies! The stricken pair cannot survive long in this state . . . and Belldandy is the next target. But the Fifth Goddess is of a different order than her comrades‹not a Norn, but a grim Valkyrie, she stands holding a long axe to defend the fallen!
176 pages, black and white, $10.95, in stores on Dec. 13.
OLD BOY VOLUME 3
Written by Garon Tsuchiya, art by Nobuaki Minegishi.
The deadly game of cat-and-mouse continues! Imprisoned for a decade without trial or explanation‹and then released just as unceremoniously‹and now armed with a cell phone that his former torturer has provided for him, will Goto be able to hunt down the truth behind his decade in hell, or will he become even more his tormentor's plaything? No doubt, Goto's adversary still has a few surprises in store, and if Goto wants answers, he'll have to fight like the devil to get them.
216 pages, black and white, $12.95, in stores on Dec. 6
PATH OF THE ASSASSIN VOLUME 4
Written by Kazuo Koike, art by Goseki Kojima.
War! Ninjas! Love! Political intrigue! It's all packed into Path of the Assassin. Drafted by classic samurai manga creators Kazuo Koike and Goseki Kojima of Lone Wolf and Cub fame, Path of the Assassin is the story of a young shogun on his way to unite Japan, and the trusty ninja assigned to protect him. Be it in crafty maneuverings of war, political push and pull, or bedroom adventures, young Hattori Hanzo will not be kept from his duties.
Published in the popular pocket-sized manga format, Path of the Assassin packs historical fiction and fine art in yet another classic samurai series from Dark Horse.
304 pages, black and white, $9.95, in stores on Dec. 27.
THE PERHAPANAUTS: SECOND CHANCES #1
Written by Todd Dezago, art by Craig Rousseau.
They're back! Still glowing from the heat of their first mind-numbing miniseries, those prowlers of the paranormal -- The Perhapanauts -- are back to confront more creepy cryptozoological creatures and extradimensional entities! (No, the fact that the team is mostly made up of the same mythic monsters isn't lost on us . . .)
A Bigfoot, a chupacabra, a ghost, and a psychic, all agents for the enigmatic BEDLAM (Bureau of Extra-Dimensional Liabilities and Management), tear it up as they continue the fight to keep us safe from the unseen horrors in our closets and the things that go bump in the night!
Join The Perhapanauts as they delve into the mysteries of the unknown and the unexplained and answer questions like why there're more lines on your left palm than on your right!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 25.
THE PLAYBOY INTERVIEWS: LARGER THAN LIFE
Edited by Stephen Randall and the editors of Playboy magazine.
Fame: It's a world unto itself. Only certain people -- the lucky few -- are permitted entrance. Their notoriety and influence shape our views on politics, art, commerce, music, even the way we dress and speak. Our lives become defined by how we were before they existed and how we see ourselves after. Everyone remembers where they were the first time they heard the Beatles, watched Muhammad Ali step into the ring, or how they sat in amazement as Marlon Brando filled the big screen. For the last 40 years, Playboy magazine has gone into the living rooms and into the minds of America's glittering few, capturing in candid interviews the thoughts and emotions of these historic men and women at the height of their fame. Now, Playboy and M Press are honored to collect the interviews of 14 people who shaped the world, who can truly be called Larger Than Life.
400 pages, $22.95, in stores on Dec. 13.
REIKO THE ZOMBIE SHOP VOLUME 5
Written and art by Rei Mikamoto.
When Reiko Himezono transfers to a new school, Saint Cross Gakuen, she's confronted with a whole new set of faces. Fitting in might be a bit of a problem, though, since everyone she meets seems to want her dead! Of course, Reiko won't go down without a fight. As a Zombie Shop, she can raise the dead and call up obedient zombie servants from the very depths of Hell itself! But is she powerful enough to handle the dangers that wait for her around every school hall corner, or will this Zombie Shop be closed down for good?
184 pages, black and white, $12.95, in stores on Dec. 13.
REX MUNDI #2
Written by Arvid Nelson, art by Juan Ferreyra.
Rex Mundi is a murder mystery set in a 1930s Europe where sorcerers stalk the streets at night and the Roman Catholic Church never lost its grip on power. Master Physician Julien Saunière must uncover the two-thousand-year-old secret of the Holy Grail before all the world is drenched in blood!
In this issue, Julien and Genevieve flee Paris, on the run from the Holy Inquisition and the agents of the Duke of Lorraine. Their destination: a small town in the south of France where they will uncover the true nature of the Holy Grail. That is, if they survive the trip . . .
Meanwhile, the Prussian army swarms into the heart of France, within shelling distance of Paris itself! Has the Duke of Lorraine overestimated his prospects in the unfolding war?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 18.
SAMURAI STATUE
Based on the original Dark Horse comic book character created by Ron Marz and Luke Ross, both of whom have been actively involved in this sculpture from its inception, the fantastically detailed work depicts Asukai Shiro, a Japanese samurai from the year 1704.
His saga of pursuit and revenge, in order to rescue his lost love, Lady Yoshiko, inspired one of Dark Horse's most popular series of 2005. Working with one of the best sculptors in the field, Ruben Procopio, Dark Horse captured every nuance and color of the character. Posed in battle, amidst the detritus of feudal combat, this masterpiece was a challenge to create.
11.25 inches, limited to 950 pieces, $175, in stores on Oct. 25.
SATSUMA GISHIDEN VOLUME 2
Written and art by Hiroshi Hirata.
Japan's samurai past is riddled with stories of great fighting prowess and deeply ingrained systems of honor and discipline. But behind the stern demeanor was a society coming apart at the seams. Clashes in class systems and the need for a nation to come together threaten to break up the old ways of warring samurai‹these are tales of such struggles. This is the story of Japan's history, and the beginning of the end of the samurai era.
280 pages, black and white, $14.95, in stores on Dec. 20.
SCARLET TRACES: THE GREAT GAME #4
Written by Ian Edginton, art by D'Israeli.
With the British forces poised to deliver a death blow to their Martian foe, the implacable aliens reveal they've been playing a long game all their own and now the Earth itself is forfeit. For photographer Charlotte Hemming, she's no longer recording history but becoming part of it, as she joins in a last, desperate stand on the Moon! Don't miss the thrilling final issue of Scarlet Traces: The Great Game!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 11.
STAR WARS: DARK TIMES #1-- THE PATH TO NOWHERE
Written by Welles Hartley and Mick Harrison, art and cover by Douglas Wheatley, colored by Ronda Pattison.
"For over a thousand generations the Jedi Knights were the guardians of peace and justice in the Old Republic. Before the dark times, before the Empire."
--Ben Kenobi
The dark times are here. Even as the worlds of the former Republic are drawn into the iron grip of Palpatine's Empire, the galaxy seems adrift in a sea of chaos, lawlessness, and despair.
On Coruscant, Darth Vader waits for his Master to reveal his vision for the future. But is there a plan beyond obtaining power? On New Plympto, Jedi Master Dass Jennir leads a Nosaurian army in a war they have already lost. Is this what it now means to be a Jedi?
Dark Times #1 is the gateway to a new era in Star Wars history, an era where the future is grim, evil is on the rise, and all paths seem to lead nowhere . . .
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 25.
STAR WARS: KNIGHTS OF THE OLD REPUBLIC #10
Written by John Jackson Miller, art by Brian Ching, colored by Michael Atiyeh.
Secret motivations and a troubled history are revealed in this standalone story of fear, neglect, and betrayal in the Old Republic! After the great Sith War, one Jedi dedicated herself to training only the most gifted seers in hopes of foretelling and preventing the return of the Sith. But obsession with her mission led to oversight elsewhere, allowing dark influences to take hold amidst the Jedi order. Now, events have been set in motion that cannot be undone, the consequences of which will rewrite the fate of the entire galaxy!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 25.
STAR WARS LEGACY #5
Written by John Ostrander, penciled by Jan Duursema, inked by Dan Parsons, colored by Brad Anderson, cover by Adam Hughes.
A galaxy-shaking secret is revealed in the heat of battle! Old friendships will be strained to the breaking point, unlikely new alliances will be formed, and the relentless forces of evil will pursue their dark ends with even greater vigor and purpose. In a universe on the brink of either destruction or salvation, it is the actions of an unexpected few that will determine the fates of all. The previously uncharted future of Star Wars takes a surprising turn in this latest issue of Legacy‹be there!
32 pages, $2.99, in store on Oct. 3.
VAMPIRE HUNTER D VOLUME 6: PILGRIMAGE OF THE SACRED AND THE PROFANE
Written by Hideyuki Kikuchi, art by Yoshitaka Amano.
Granny Viper is a "people finder," a searcher for lost souls along the roads of a forbidding wasteland. Her latest mission: the safe return of a young woman named Tae, kidnapped eight years ago by vampire Nobility and held in Castle Gradinia on the Frontier's far border. But rescuing Tae is only half the battle‹Viper knows she and the girl can't cross the formidable expanse to the town of Barnabas alone. After making the fatal mistake of hiring the mercenary Bullow Brothers to help her, Granny turns to the legendary Vampire Hunter D for salvation. As they traverse the bleak desert between the Inner and Outer Frontier, the two women and D find themselves in a race for their lives. And they soon discover how cruel the desert is‹and how very ruthless the Bullow Brothers are . . . Features six illustrations by the renowned Yoshitaka Amano, illustrator of Neil Gaiman's Sandman: The Dream Hunters.
280 pages, $8.95, in stores on Dec. 13.
WHO WANTS TO BE A SUPERHERO?
Written by Stan Lee and Welles Hartley.
Dark Horse Comics has teamed with the Sci Fi Channel, Nash Entertainment, and comics legend Stan Lee to turn real-people-turned-superheroes into actual comic book superheroes!
For the show Who Wants to Be a Superhero?, Dark Horse and Glass House Graphics joined forces to create a first-issue comic book cover for each of the eleven contestants. The winner of the reality TV show (still to be determined as of this writing) will appear in their own comic-book adventure.
Over the course of six weekly episodes, Stan Lee will put a group of would-be superheroes through their paces, testing them on courage, character, and compassion. Some heroes will fall, while one will emerge triumphant. Who will be a superhero? We don't know yet, but ,somebody is going to live every comics fans' dream!
32 pages, $3.50, in stores on Oct. 4.
WORLDS OF AMANO
Written and art by Yoshitaka Amano.
Worlds of Amano provides a rare look inside the creative process of one of the most influential popular-culture artists working in Japan in the last thirty years.
Originally published in France, Worlds of Amano presents a unique overview of Yoshitaka Amano's diverse work. This vast introduction allows one to take in the full measure of the immense talent of this famous Japanese illustrator, who is so well known for his designs of the Final Fantasy video games.
Eclectic and apparently without limit, Amano's art is stunning. Drawing on numerous projects from over the last thirty years with many rarely seen illustrations, this book captures the rare beauty and inspiration of Amano's vision.
156 pages, $27.95, in stores on Dec. 13.
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