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MOONSTONE BOOKS

KOLCHAK TALES: THE FRANKENSTEIN AGENDA #2

Written by David Michelinie, art by Don Hudson, cover by Bob Layton.

This three-issue monthly mini-series reunites the classic fan-favorite 1980's Iron Man creative team, written by David Michelinie and covers illustrated by Bob Layton!

The military wants very much to contain... and eliminate... a situation up in the Oregon woods. And Carl Kolchak is right in the middle! But when that "situation" is a creature genetically engineered for deep-space survival of their own creation, what other drastic measures... and creations... are they willing to unleash to silence everyone once and for all?

32 pages, $3.50.

THE PHANTOM #15

Written by Mike Bullock, art by Carlos Magno, colors by Bob Pedroza, cover by Joe Prado and Rod Reis.

"Walker's Line," part 2 of 2. In order to save the town of Clarksville from the Grinning Skulls gang, The Phantom must leave his Aunt unguarded in the local hospital. But once the gang's leader puts the pieces together, will The Phantom be too late to stop him from pulling the plug on Aunt Sophie?

32 pages, $3.50.

INFINITEENS #4

Written and art by Zeu.

"Operation Hammerstrike.² From his stealth sea fortress, Excelord unleashes a devastating assault against the Infiniteens, catching the young heroes by complete surprise. All innocence is lost as the sound of heavy weaponry shatters the peace of the once idyllic New England town."

32 pages, $3.50.

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DARK HORSE COMICS

13TH SON: WORSE THING WAITING

Written and art by Kelley Jones.

Born to a young woman driven to insanity and black magic by the deaths of her previous children, the 13th Son is a creature like nothing this world has seen before. Humans are not his target. It's the other monsters who walk this world -- the wendigo, werewolves, ghouls, zombies, and vampires -- who live in fear of his enormous and terrifying powers. And what those powers are setting into motion is a horror beyond your deepest, darkest nightmares. Collecting the four issue miniseries.

96 pages, $12.95, in stores on April 25.

ALIENS VS. PREDATOR OMNIBUS VOLUME 1

By various.

Mankind's two ultimate nightmares come together in mortal combat, and whoever wins -- we lose. On the remote planet Ryushi, a small ranching community becomes an unwilling participant in a deadly ritual: extraterrestrial Predators have seeded Ryushi with Alien eggs in order to create the ultimate hunt. But what the Predators don't know is that an Alien queen egg is amongst those they've sent as potential hunting stock, and when the Predators arrive, the hunters become the hunted amidst a monumental swarm of Aliens, and they may need to turn to the very same humans they regard as little more than potential trophies to give them any hope of survival.

Aliens vs. Predator Omnibus Volume One packs over 400 pages of excitement and terror into one package, offering the original smash-hit AVP comics series that launched the franchise, plus the exciting continuation of the storyline previously published as AVP: War.

456 pages, $24.95, in stores on April 4.

APPLESEED BOOK 1: THE PROMETHEAN CHALLENGE

Written and art by Shirow Masamune.

World War III is over, and nomad soldier Duenan Knute and her cyborg partner Briareos struggle to survive in the abandoned cities and demilitarized zones of the post-war wasteland, the ³Badside.² Matters appear on the upswing, however, when they are found and brought to Olympus, an urban utopia and centerpiece for the reconstruction of civilization. Duenan and Bri join the Olympus police, a force that seems hardly necessary in such a paradise. But, like in most pretty pictures, perfection is an illusion, and Olympus's peaceful facade hides a dark secret, a violent struggle between human and cyborg that could once again plunge the world into war . . . and genocide.

184 pages, black and white, $14.95, in stores on April 11.

BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL #122
Written and art by Hiroaki Samura.

"Barefoot," part 1 of 5. A new story arc begins! Separated from Isaku and Manji, Döa and Rin begin to lean on each other for support, with neither of them knowing that they're actually on opposing sides of a complex, generations-long conflict. As Edo's most esteemed doctors mull over Kagimura's experiments and Manji's mystical, regenerative bloodworms, Rin starts spying on Edo Castle and Kagimura's comings and goings. She knows that Manji is trapped inside, and she just needs one big clue to get her rescue operation rolling. The Edo Castle stakeout commences with "Barefoot," part one of five!

32 pages, black and white, $2.99, in stores on Feb. 14.

CITY OF OTHERS #1

Written by Steve Niles, art by Bernie Wrightson, colored by Jose Villarrubia.

Stosh Bludowski is a killer, born with the capacity for no apparent human emotion other than rage. Killing comes easy for Blud, and he makes a good living doing what's easy -- until the day he meets two jobs in an alley who just won't die, and a grotesque mystery unfolds right in front of him. Soon, the remorseless killer is confronted by a reality he could never imagine, and he will be invited to make a decision once and for all . . . is he human, or is he Other?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Feb. 28.

CLASSIC DC CHARACTER #2: BATMAN

In a continuing collaboration, Dark Horse Comics and DC Direct, DC Comics' action figure and collectible company, are teaming to create a new series of vintage-style statuettes featuring four of DC Comics' best-known characters. Modeled after products that were popular in the 1930s and 1940s, the four new statuettes being produced by Dark Horse are designed and manufactured consistent with earlier "syroco"-style figures.

Joining the initial release, Superman, is none other than Batman. The sculpting and packaging design is inspired by the art style of original Batman creator Bob Kane, and echoes the look and feel of his first comic appearances. Produced in a limited edition of only 2,000 hand-numbered copies, the figure is fully painted and ready to display. The style, costumes and other details will be consistent with the original "Golden Age" look of the character from the comics of that period.

5 inches tall, limited to 2,000, pieces, $49.99, in stores on April 11.

CLASSIC PEANUTS CHARACTER #5: PIGPEN

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 statuettes of vintage Peanuts characters.

Measuring between 4" and 5", the statuettes have been sculpted in the original style. Each hand-numbered statuette comes carefully packaged in a custom-tooled, full-color, litho-printed tin box. Also included is a small booklet about each character and a vintage-style pinback button of the character.

5 inches tall, limited to 1,200, $39.95, in stores on May 16.

CONAN #37

Written by Timothy Truman, penciled by Cary Nord, colored by Richard Isanove, cover by Tony Harris.

Honor among thieves . . .

Conan and his companions have escaped the Spider King and made their way to a new city. But even as Conan fights his way through the arena, one of his friends is plotting his betrayal. The first part of the prelude to the Conan classic "Rogues in the House."

32 pages $2.99, in stores on Feb. 21.

CONAN AND THE MIDNIGHT GOD #2

Written by Joshua Dysart, penciled by Will Conrad, colored by Michelle Madsen, cover by Jason Alexander.

As his queen mourns the death of their son, Conan mounts an all-out invasion of Stygia, setting events in motion that may change the course of all Hyboria . . .

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Feb. 7.

CONAN AND THE SONGS OF THE DEAD

Written by Joe R. Lansdale, art by Timothy Truman.

Renowned horror and western writer Joe R. Lansdale reunites with his Jonah Hex collaborator, visionary artist Timothy Truman, to tell the grittiest, roughest, downright meanest Conan story ever seen in comics.

The Cimmerian travels to the aid of an old ally in the wretched wastes of Stygia -- a desert harboring wealth undreamed of, even for the barbarian. Soon his pursuit of the ancient treasure reveals a conniving spirit and undead guards. Dust from the desolate land meets blood, and a dark-hearted sorcerer brings forth strange abominations from this unholy mix. Only the cool head and cold steel of the Cimmerian can save all creation from the horror that awaits, and the blood-spattered conclusion will send shivers down the spines of even the most hardcore Conan fans! Collects the five-issue mini-series.

136 pages, $14.95, in stores on April 11.

CRIMINAL MACABRE: TWO RED EYES #3

Written by Steve Niles, art by Kyle Hotz, colored by Michelle Madsen.

This has to be the worst week in Cal McDonald's life. First his only human friend dies (thanks, in part, to Cal).Then he gets beaten nearly to death by a gang of cops. And then he goes into withdrawal while he's in a coma from the beating. And the cherry on top of this sad-sack sundae -- Cal's ex, Sabrina, has been kidnapped by the oldest evil in the books, Nosferatu, and now he's using her to bait Cal into a trap.

Getting an early discharge from the hospital was easy enough, thanks to Mo'Lock and his posse of ghouls, but now he's gotta make it past the army of cops, find Sabrina, and figure out a way to kill a vampire nobody else in history has been able to touch. And did we mention he's doing all of this sober?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Feb. 21.

EMPOWERED

Written and art by Adam Warren.

Not only is costumed crimefighter ³Empowered² saddled with a less-than-ideal superhero name, but she wears a skintight and cruelly revealing ³supersuit² that only magnifies her body-image insecurities. Worse yet, the suit's unreliable powers are prone to failure, repeatedly leaving her in appallingly distressing situations . . . and giving her a shameful reputation as the lamest "cape" in the masks-and-tights business. Nonetheless, she pluckily braves the ordeals of her bottom-rung superheroic life with the help of her "thugalicious" boyfriend (and former Witless Minion) and her hard-drinking ninja girlfriend, not to mention the supervillainous advice from the caged alien demonlord watching DVDs from atop her coffee table . . .

A butt-kicking, bootylicious superhero lampoon that raises the bar for long-john lust and low-brow laughs. Remove all previous notions of superhero entertainment from your puny mind . . . and prepare to be Empowered!

248 pages, black and white, $14.95, in stores on March 7.

FEAR AGENT VOLUME. 1: RE-IGNITION

Written by Rick Remender, art by Tony Moore.

When down-and-out alien exterminator, Heath Huston stumbles upon an extraterrestrial legion of amoebas preparing to annihilate the Earth, he's forced to choose between the bottle and resuming his role as a peacekeeper, as The Last Fear Agent.

Heath's former band of soldiers, the Fear Agents was comprised of a group of the last remaining humans on Earth, whose sworn duty was the protection of their homeworld against alien invaders. A number of years after preventing a large-scale invasion of Earth, the Fear Agents were all slaughtered in a mysterious incident.

112 pages, $13.95, in stores on April 28.

FLOOD! 3RD EDITION

Written and art by Eric Drooker.

This special edition of Flood!: A Novel in Pictures features a bonus chapter, "After the Flood," which includes thirty-two pages of new graphics, preliminary art, and an in-depth interview with the author. An American Book Award winner and an Editor's Choice of The New York Times, Flood! is the powerful first graphic novel by Eric Drooker, frequent cover artist for The New Yorker. Flood! is a modern novel written in the ancient language of pictures, with an expressionist, film noir edge. This "definitive edition" of Flood! is a unique record of our country's turbulent past -- and corporate present -- and a must-read for students of graphic storytelling. This third edition also features a new cover by Drooker and a complete re-design. Flood!: A Novel in Pictures, was followed by Drooker's acclaimed book, Blood Song: A Silent Ballad.

182 pages, black and white, price TBA, in stores on April 25.

GHOST IN THE SHELL 1.5: HUMAN-ERROR PROCESSOR #5

Written and art by Shirow Masamune.

Section 9 special agents Batou and Togusa are investigating a series of brutal murders that appear to be linked by the victims' common tattoo, a military design. A found yacht key could help unlock the mystery behind the murders, but if the Section 9 agents want to toss the boat, they'll have to get in line -- behind two killer cyborgs with a distinct antipathy for cops!

24 pages, $2.99, in stores on Feb. 21.

KUROSAGI CORPSE DELIVERY SERVICE VOLUME 3

Written by Eiji Ohtsuka, art by Housui Yamazaki.

The Corpse Delivery Service has been helping dead people move on to the afterlife . . . but what about interred internal organs? In Volume Three, Kuro is surprised to learn that the voice enlisting his help is coming not from a dead man, but a live man housing a necrotic organ, the result of a faulty transplant. The pursuit of putrid parts leads the kids of Kurosagi all the way to the war in Iraq!

208 pages, black and white, $10.95, in stores on April 4.

LANKHMAR VOLUME 2: SWORDS AGAINST DEATH

Written by Fritz Leiber.

With heavy hearts and ready swords, Fafhrd and the Gray Mouser journey from the ancient city of Lankhmar, searching for adventure and seeking forgetfulness from the pain of lost love. When a stranger challenges them to find and fight Death on the Bleak Shore, they risk the dangers of the underworld, demonic birds, skeletal armies, living mountains, and evil monks on the way to meet their heroic fate.

288 pages, $12.95, in stores on April 11.

LITTLE LULU VOLUME 15: THE EXPLORERS
Written by John Stanley, art by Stanley and Irving Tripp.

Whimsical and witty, silly and smart, Little Lulu is a classic of all-ages comics. When comic-book geniuses John Stanley and Irving Tripp put pen to paper, they brought to life an unforgettable cast of endearing, intelligent, believable characters that have had an unmistakable influence on American culture. Collecting Dell Comics' Marge's Little Lulu #64-68, originally published between October 1953 and February 1954, this laugh-a-minute volume features some of the funniest stories to ever star Lulu, Tubby, Annie, Iggy, and all the other little bundles of humor that started a comedy revolution.

240 pages, black and white, $9.95, in stores on April 11.

MARY SCARY

Written by Andrew Cosby, art by Troy Nixey.

Last year, Dark Horse Books introduced readers to Dreadful Ed -- a very normal, very nice human boy who winds up as heir to the throne of the nightmare world called Nocturnia! In this standalone sequel to that fantastical story we meet Mary Scary -- the weird baby girl who was swapped out for Ed when her parents, the Boogeyman and his wife, needed a male heir for their spooky kingdom!

Mary has always been different from the rest of her peers. Maybe it's the spider on her head, maybe it's the snake around her neck . . . but something about her makes everything about her weird! And just when it really starts to bother her that everyone seems to notice how different she is, she meets someone who might be able to help her be less scary -- a very normal boy named Ed.

56 pages, $9.95, in stores on April 18.

OH MY GODDESS! VOLUME 26

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 Devil came down to Tarikihongan! As Lind, the Fifth Goddess battles Hild to defeat the Eater of Angels, it is the weaponless, powerless Keiichi whose heart holds the key to victory. But the lingering Demon Angel within Belldandy is causing her magic to make strange hiccups, and it may be Keiichi again who must serve as the vessel of diabolic forces! Can he succeed without Chihiro finally catching on to the facts of his cosmic love life? Plus notes and commentary, and your letters!

176 pages, black and white, $10.95, in stores on April 11.

OLD BOY VOLUME 5

Written by Garon Tsuchiya, art by Nobuaki Minegishi.

Ten years locked away in a private prison with only a TV set and a jailer's voice for company -- but why? What had Goto done to deserve this unexplained forced isolation, and why was he unceremoniously released, again without given reason? Could this decade of torment really be about a schoolyard grudge? Is an adolescent vendetta worth the millions of yen required to imprison a man for a decade? And is allowing the brutal Goto the opportunity to pursue his revenge just another opportunity to watch him twist on a hook?

216 pages, black and white, $12.95, in stores on April 4.

OUTER ORBIT #3

By Zach Howard, Sean Murphy, Hans Rodionoff and Charlie Kirchoff. It's a miracle that astro-nots Krunk and Quinn have managed to stay out of the joint this long, but their luck has run out. Now residents of Honest Abe's Penitentiary, Krunk and Quinn have to find a way out or learn to make new friends (if you know what I mean). Luckily, Krunk's big, bad mom ain't about to let her baby boy go punk, and woe be to he who gets in her way . . . or who doesn't. Meanwhile, vengeful space-hottie Neoki realizes that to get back her priceless idol, she's going to need the key around Quinn's neck -- and she's going to have to get it before the time bomb around his neck goes boom!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Feb. 21.

PATH OF THE ASSASSIN VOLUME 6

Written by Kazuo Koike, art by Goseki Kojima.

If Art of War tactics and ninjitsu arts pique your interest, Path of The Assassin is the quasi historical samurai manga you've been waiting for! From the legendary comics creators Kazuo Koike and Goseki Kojima of Lone Wolf and Cub fame comes the story of Japan's greatest shogun and his rise to power through the battles and intrigues of his late teens. Central to the story is a young ninja who must go to great lengths in order to secure victory for the boy who would become the shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu. Based loosely on fabled tales of the age, Path of the Assassin is an exciting and sexy series.

320 pages, black and white, $9.95, in stores on April 30.

REX MUNDI #4

Written by Arvid Nelson, art by Juan Ferreyra.

Julien and Genevieve come tantalizingly close to the innermost secrets of the Holy Grail, but they are being pursued by the Holy Inquisition and the Duke of Lorraine's magic-wielding assassin! How much longer can Genevieve keep her role as a double-agent for Lorraine a secret from Julien?

At the same time, Lorraine's military miscalculations have allowed the Prussian army to penetrate deep into France, right up to the gates of Paris. If Lorraine can't break their advance now, everything could be lost!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Feb. 21.

SAMURAI: HEAVEN AND EARTH VOLUME 2 #4
Written by Ron Marz, art by Luke Ross, colored by Rob Schwager.

The tale of a samurai warrior who will let nothing stand between him and the woman he loves. Shiro has followed his kidnapped love across Asia and Europe, all the way to a warlord's stronghold in Egypt. But even if Shiro can find Yoshiko and free her from her captivity, can they possibly survive the searing sands of the unforgiving desert? And will the villainous Don Miguel let Yoshiko slip away from him so easily? All the pieces are falling into place as the swashbuckling epic sets the stage for a bloody and unforgettable final confrontation!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Feb. 21.

THE SECRET #1

Written by Mike Richardson, art by Jason Alexander.

"I know your secret.

Tonight is Tommy Morris' big chance: he's been invited to party with the social elite of Franklin High and maybe even hook up with the girl of his dreams. But when a prank call turns sour, Tommy gets much more than he bargained for . . . The Secret is a chilling coming-of-age mystery.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Feb. 7.

SKULLBOY VINYL FIGURE

Skullboy is the creation of Jacob Chabot, winner of the Dark Horse contest, New Recruits, where the publisher received hundreds of comics submissions from around the world. Skullboy was overwhelmingly popular. From that contest stemmed a trade paper-back consisting of the top six contestants, and from there Dark Horse has gone on to print The Mighty Skullboy Army Volume 1. The natural progression from a book about brazen robots and slacker monkeys, is the world of 3-D! We offer up a very realistic vinyl version of the nefarious and temperamental Skullboy.

6 inches, $17.99, in stores on March 7.

STAR WARS: 30TH ANNIVERSARY VOLUME 2 -- JEDI VS. SITH HC

Written by Darko Macan, penciled by Ramon F. Bachs, inked by Raul Fernandez, colored by Chris Blythe, cover by Andrew Robinson.

A thousand years before Luke Skywalker embarked on his fateful confrontation with the Death Star, the Jedi Army of Light met the Sith Army of the Shadow on the planet Ruusan for a climactic showdown that would forever change the galaxy.

Before the Battle of Ruusan, there was a mighty Sith Empire that stood against the Republic. Forever after the battle, there would only be two Sith, master and apprentice. Caught in the struggle between the two armies is a group of plucky orphans who little realize the pivotal part they will play in the outcome of the war, or the future of the Sith.

Each month, the Star Wars30th Anniversary Collection series will bring readers a limited-edition hardcover of the best of Dark Horse's Star Wars graphic novels. Available only through Direct Market retail outlets, each volume's print run is limited to initial orders and will not be reprinted.

144 pages, $29.95, in stores in April.

STAR WARS: DARK TIMES #5

Written by Welles Hartley and Mick Harrison, art by Douglas Wheatley, colored by Ronda Pattison.

"The Path to Nowhere," part 5 of 5. It's the end of a quest, but not the end of the road. Yet paths diverge, alliances are split, and doing the right thing has become a betrayal. The chaos of the Clone Wars and the darkness of Palpatine's Empire have allowed a smaller, more personal -- but no less deadly -- evil to flourish, and confronting it changes everything.

After all he's done, can Dass Jennir still call himself a Jedi? After all that has happened, can Bomo Greenbark find the strength to go on?

The first story arc set in this new, uncharted era of Star Wars history reaches an unexpected conclusion. Quite possibly the darkest Star Wars story you'll ever read!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Feb. 28.

STAR WARS: KNIGHTS OF THE OLD REPUBLIC #14

Written by John Jackson Miller, penciled by Dustin Weaver, colored by Michael Atiyeh, cover by Brian Ching.

Unexpected twists at every turn as power-mad evildoers hunt our heroes amidst a galaxy spanning war -- Knights of the Old Republic is Star Wars at its very best, nearly 4,000 years before Luke Skywalker! A deadly new threat targets Camper, the seriously senile captain of the renegade vessel The Last Resort, and his youthful guardian Jarael must risk everything to try and save him, even if it's impossible. Meanwhile, fugitive Padawan Zayne Carrick and the conniving Gryph have mistakenly tricked their way into their most dangerous predicament yet -- surrounded by an army they are trying to escape on a planet that's about to become the biggest battlefront in the galaxy. The second someone recognizes them, they're toast, assuming that a stray blaster bolt doesn't get them first!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Feb. 28.

STAR WARS: LEGACY #9

Written by John Ostrander, penciled by Adam DeKraker, colored by Brad Anderson, cover by Jan Duursema.

"Trust Issues," part 1 of 2. Political relationships are often delicate constructs -- even more so when the "marriage" is between two longtime enemies. When rightful Emperor Roan Fel reaches out to the remnants of the Galactic Alliance, the stage is set for serious distrust, if not outright betrayal. And to complicate matters, the Sith have dispatched one of their best agents to ensure the failure of the proposed alliance.

But Moff Nyna Calixte's agenda differs from that of her Sith masters, and she puts her own player into the mix -- reactivating an agent who has been dormant for nearly two decades. Meanwhile, the question on everybody's mind: Where has Cade Skywalker gone?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Feb. 14.

STAR WARS: LEGACY VOLUME 1 -- BROKEN

Written by John Ostrander and Jan Duursema, penciled by Duursema, inked by Dan Parsons, colored by Brad Anderson, cover by Adam Hughes.

The future of Star Wars is here in an all-new adventure set more than a century after Return of the Jedi and the New Jedi Order!

The Jedi Temple is attacked, an Emperor is betrayed, and the Sith are born anew! A lot can happen in a hundred years, but that's just the beginning of the story! Not since Luke Skywalker first stepped aboard the Millennium Falcon has the galaxy seemed like such a vast, exciting, dangerous place!

Readers will meet a host of new characters, see fleets of new spaceships, and visit scores of exotic locations -- some new and some familiar.

Collects issues #1-3 and #5-7 of the Legacy ongoing series.

160 pages, $17.95, in stores on April 11.

VAMPIRE HUNTER D VOLUME 7

Written by Hideyuki Kikuchi, art by Yoshitaka Amano.

A girl's dying wish sends D on an impossible quest in this riveting prose novel. Even a reluctant hero can't refuse the last request of a beautiful woman. On her deathbed, the mortally wounded woman gives him a strange gem and asks him to deliver the priceless stone to her sister, far off in a North Sea fishing village. D's journey is made ever more perilous by a series of scoundrels and rogues hired by the girl's murderer. They'll stop at nothing to claim the jewel. Will they catch him? Hideyuki Kikuchi's crackling narrative and Yoshitaka Amano's imaginative artwork make this a must-read entry in the series. Co-published with Digital Manga Publishing.

280 pages, $8.95, in stores on April 11.

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THE TRANSFORMERS: PRIME DIRECTIVE MOVIE PREQUEL #1
Written by Simon Furman and Chris Ryall, art and cover by Don Figueroa.

Before the live-action Transformers movie spectacularly explodes onto theater screens next summer, read the official beginning of the story right here! In this four-part prequel to the film, "Prime Directive" written by Ryall and Furman and featuring artist Don Figeruoa's take on the movie characters, travel from Cybertron to Earth as we see what momentous events led to the Transformers bringing their war to our world. In issue one, Bumblebee and a cadre of Autobots experience the lethal battle of Tyger Pax! Featuring two special photo variant covers -- one Autobot cover and one Decepticon cover.
32 pages $3.99 (Black and White variant, $3.99).

THE TRANSFORMERS: ESCALATION #4
Written by Simon Furman, art by E.J. Su, covers by Su and Scherwinski.

Things go ballistic in Brasyna, as -- with the world watching -- the Autobots and Decepticons clash in the no man's land between two opposing armies on a hair-trigger. And... Optimus Prime and Megatron square up for their first full on, one-on-one battle in many millennia! And... Hot Rod, Nightbeat and Hardhead pitch in. And... Verity and Jimmy walk into the lion's den (again!)
32 pages, $3.99.

THE TRANSFORMERS: GENERATIONS #12
Written by Bob Budiansky, art by Don Perlin, cover by Nick Roche.

IDW continues their look back at some of the most beloved Transformers comics from years past. This special monthly series continues to present classic hard-to-find stories from the past two decades of Transformers comics. Nick Roche once again presents a new cover recreation of the original cover art. This issue features the threat of Astrotrain in the story, "The Cure!" originally presented in Marvel Comics' The Transformers #30
32 pages, $2.99.

THE TRANSFORMERS: STORMBRINGER TPB
Written by Simon Furman, art and cover Don Figueroa.

For those of you craving unchecked, giant robot action on an epic scale, look no further than this special space epic. In "Infiltration," we had tantalizing hints about the state of play elsewhere in the Transformers universe, but now we look in on Cybertron itself, unlocking a dark, dark chapter in the planet's history, one that is about to hit the Autobots and Decepticons again... full force! By the Beast Wars team supreme of Simon Furman and Don Figueroa. This special collected edition also features a sketchbook from artist Figueroa, too.
104 pages, $17.99.

STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION: THE SPACE BETWEEN #2
Written by David Tischman, art by Casey Malone, cover by Jeremy Geddes.

Continuing the 20th Anniversary celebration of Star Trek: The Next Generation with this all-new relaunch. Picard visits the archaeological dig on Kandom 9, where scientists have unearthed an ancient text -- and a gemstone worth more than human life. When contact with the Enterprise is cut off, greed turns to mistrust, and Picard must discover the killer in the group, before he becomes the next victim.
32 pages, $3.99

SCARFACE: SCARRED FOR LIFE #3
Written by John Layman, art and cover by Dave Crosland.

Tony Montana is back, rising through the ranks, killing anybody stupid or suicidal enough to get in his way. Total control of the Miami drug trade is once again in sight, and the good life is just a few well-aimed bullets away. One big problem -- the South American drug lord who thought he killed Tony just found out that Montana is very much alive. Tony needs this like he needs a hole in the head. Funny, the South American kingpin was thinking the exact same thing! The seedy, blood-soaked saga continues. Available photo cover, too.
32 pages, $3.99

SWALLOW: BOOK THREE
Art by Ashley Wood and various.

Presenting the third edition of a deluxe magazine devoted to modern illustration and the artists that produce it. Featuring the biggest names in comic book art, as assembled by designer/creator/contributor Ashley Wood and amazing illustrators you need to discover! This third volume features work by Kent Williams, Ted McKeever, James Jean, and many others!
300 pages, $40.

ASHLEY WOOD'S D'AIRAIN AVENTURE #2
Written by Ashley Wood, T.P. Louise and Chris Ryall, cover by Wood.

What is D'Airain Aventure about, you ask? It's about life and love and hate and death and magic and mystery and all of these things and none of these things, all at once. It's the kind of comic that needs to be experienced rather than defined. All of which would sound overly grandiose if it wasn't being applied to a comic that's produced by visionary creator Ashley Wood. Once again featuring 32 pages of story and art by Ash (aided and abetted by T. P. Louise, and Chris Ryall), including extra strips, two covers, and much more that's got to be seen to be believed.
32 pages, $4.99.

30 DAYS OF NIGHT: SPREADING THE DISEASE #3
Written by Dan Wickline, art by Alex Sanchez, covers by Sanchez and Nat Jones.

Agent Michael Henson follows the clues found in Dinah King's apartment and finds himself at a southern church revival meeting where he is made a horrific offer. How this ties into the death of the Icarus crew begins to unfold. Meanwhile, two girls head out to a late-night rave in the warehouse district only to discover more than just a swinging nightlife.
32 pages, $3.99

FALLEN ANGEL TPB, VOL. 2
Written by Peter David, art and cover by J.K. Woodward.

A second Fallen Angel trade paperback released within six months of the first? That's crazy talk, we know, but it's true! The story of the Fallen Angel continues here, in this special collection, "To Serve In Hell." Volume 2 compiles IDW's Fallen Angel issues 6-10 in one attractive volume, taking Liandra from a run-in with a nomadic tribe in the desert and back to Bete Noire again. Guest-starring Sachs and Violens!
128 pages, $19.99.

FALLEN ANGEL #12
Written by Peter David, art and cover by J.K. Woodward.

Witness the conclusion of the trial of Asia Minor, as Jude holds in his hand the power of life and death over Bete Noire's favorite drug dealer...and must decide whether to use it. And, if he does decide to execute Asia Minor for his crimes...will the Fallen Angel stand by and let it happen?
32 pages, $3.99

ANGEL: AULD LANG SYNE #4
Written by Scott Tipton, art by David Messina, covers by Messina and Stephen Mooney.

Angel and Spike put their heads together to discover who's been manipulating them from afar! And what better way to get to the bottom of things than some good old-fashioned breaking and entering! It's an all-vampire museum heist!
32 pages, $3.99

CLIVE BARKER'S THE GREAT AND SECRET SHOW #10
Written by Chris Ryall, art and cover by Gabriel Rodriquez.

The party in honor of the late Buddy Vance has turned into a disaster, thanks to the Jaff's machinations. But even more damaging to the party-goers, and all of our reality, is the fact that some of the Show's key players have been sucked into Quiddity! The climax to Clive Barker's epic novel enters its final phase right here.
32 pages, $3.99.

24: NIGHTFALL #4
Written by Mark Haynes and J.C. Vaughn, art by Jean Diaz, covers by Diaz and Joe Corroney.

The first-ever 24 miniseries explaining Operation: Nightfall continues. Jack Bauer and his special ops unit were sent into Serbia to hunt down the mass murderer Victor Drazen, but now the team has become the targets. Can they complete their mission? Can they even escape alive? Find out in this original prequel mini-series based on the hit Fox series.
32 pages, $3.99

WORMWOOD GENTLEMAN CORPSE #6
Written, art and cover by Ben Templesmith.

Time for Wormwood is running out as the Leprechaunni disease takes hold. On safari on the Leprechaun world, as they hunt for their queen, they discover that by killing one and possessing it's head they can create a Leprehaunni translator -- the first time in history. And, oh, what secrets they then discover.
32 pages, $3.99

WAR OF THE UNDEAD #2
Written by Bryan Johnson, art and cover by Walter Flanagan.

IDW and the Karney boys Bryan Johnson and Walter Flanagan bring you the second installment of what's sure to be this year's favorite Nazi/zombie/famous monster comic; War of the Undead. With Dracula, Frankenstein's monster and the Werewolf now in place, a sinister SS doctor's plan to reclaim Hitler's soul from Hell is hours away. The world's greatest monsters aren't exactly cooperative and with a Nazi controlled army of undead soldiers at the ready, the stage is set for some serious hand-to- claw combat. The old adage "War is hell" has never been more true!
32 pages, $3.99.

DESPERADOES: BUFFALO DREAMS #2
Written by Jeff Mariotte, art and cover by Alberto Dose.

As our heroes head to Pine Ridge, the buffalo dreams begin, leading them toward -- what? Salvation, or deadly peril? Or both? With killers Rosebud Frank Denby up ahead and Johnny Fish coming up fast behind, they need to figure it out in a hurry. And they need to survive the buffalo, too.
32 pages, $3.99.

COBB MAGAZINE
Written by Beau Smith, art and cover by Eduardo Barreto.

Beau Smith's latest creation explodes onto the scene in this special oversized comic magazine! Aided and abetted by fellow comics legend Eduardo Barreto, Smith creates a tough guy for the new millennium in the form of Frank Cobb. Cobb is a former Level One Secret Service agent who has been off the radar for the last few years. When his aimless actions land him in jail, one of his former government contacts decides that it's time Cobb's special talents were put to a more productive use. In the 66-page "Off the Leash," Cobb's protective skills will be needed to save a very important witness from a sadistic Russian Mafia leader with connections to a terrorist cell. Also features behind-the-scenes notes, sketches and alternate covers from Smith and Barreto!
72 pages, $9.99.

ZOMBIES: ECLIPSE OF THE UNDEAD #4
Written by El Torres, art and cover by Yair Herrera.

A car spells salvation for would-be escapees of the zombie camp, but there isn't room for everyone. After a tough*and deadly*decision, they make their escape and struggle to discover their next move. Will this be a new beginning for Pratt, Brad, Paqiuta, and Shigeru? Or will Lonzo give into his dark urges towards Suzy and splinter the newly formed band? The full-on zombie action continues in this penultimate issue!
32 pages, $3.99.

THE MAZE AGENCY, VOL. 2 TPB
Written by Mike W. Barr, art and cover by Joe Staton.

Represented for the first time since their original publication, The Maze Agency, Vol. 2 collects writer Mike W. Barr's continuing series of adventures of private eye Jennifer Mays and her boyfriend, true-crime writer and amateur sleuth, Gabriel Webb.
164 pages, $24.99.

COMPLETE UNDERWORLD TPB
Written by Kris Oprisko and Danny McBride, art by Nick Postic, Nick Marinkovich and Antonio Vazquez.

The first Underworld film introduced the world to the sexy, dangerous vampire Selene and Michael, a Lycan/Vampire hybrid. Then the sequel Underworld Evolution continued their adventures. Now, both movie adaptations are available in one collection, complete with the series prequel Red in Tooth and Claw -- a story set hundreds of years before the epic movies. Based on the exciting screenplays by Danny McBride, and adapted for print by Kris Oprisko.
172 pages, $24.99.

SUPER BAD JAMES DYNOMITE #5
Written by Marlon Wayans, Shawn Wayans, Keenen Ivory Wayans, Xavier Cook and Mitchell Marchand, art and cover by Robert Reed and Darren Huang.

In this final chapter, Dynomite finally faces off with his archenemy Kane-man to man! It's an all out Kung Fu battle to the death. Can our yellow belt hero defeat his rival? Or will Kane's assortment of deadly hand weaponry prove to be the end of the super cool cat we know as Super Bad James Dynomite. Read The Show Down and see...
32 pages, $3.99.

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ARCHIE COMICS

ARCHIE #573

Written by Craig Boldman, Bill Golliher and Kathleen Webb, art by Stan Goldberg.

"Later Than You Think." Archie learns life is about trade-offs: the good news is he'll save money if he rents a DVD for his date with Veronica... the bad news is he'll pay another way, by suffering through a gooey-sappy-syrupy chick flick! "Career Daze." As part of "career week," the Riverdale High students get to spend a week participating in the career of their choice, so Archie decides to be Veronica's new butler! "Right on the Kisser." Betty and Veronica argue over who is the better kisser... and of course, to determine the answer they'll have to demonstrate on Archie!

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on Feb. 28.

ARCHIE & FRIENDS #107

Written and art by Andrew Pepoy and Dan Parent.

The Web returns...along with a new sidekick, Katy Keene. "The Web Returns." It's the return of that "Mighty Hero," the Web... sort of! It's the filming of the latest super-heroic multiplex mega hit starring everyone's other favorite arachnid-inspired hero, the Web. Katy has the plum role of the hero's spunky girlfriend, but when things get seriously deadly on the set, Katy may have to put on her detective hat. Who is sabotaging the stunts, and why? "Riverdale's Got Talent." The latest TV talent show sensation comes to Riverdale in a benefit to fund the high school's education programs... and the first thing the judges will learn is that not all of the faculty and students have the "talent" they claim to have!

32 pages, $2.25 in stores on Feb. 21.


ARCHIE'S DOUBLE DIGEST #177

By various.

Double your pages, double your Archie and double your fun in this double digest full of new stories and classic tales! Bonu: Puzzles, games and your chance to "Find Your Name in Print!"

Digest format, $3.69, in stores on Feb. 28.

BETTY #163

Written by George Gladir, Kathleen Webb and Mike Pellowski, art by Stan Goldberg.

"A Study in Studying." Betty's dreams of high marks on her mid-terms are foiled by dreams of another sort * daydreams of Archie! "Everything is Beautiful." Did you ever have one of those times where everything went so wrong that something was bound to go right? "Sales Help!" Betty's new job helping customers at a department store has its obstacles... the biggest being that the customers all want to help themselves!

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on March 7.

BETTY & VERONICA #225

Written by Craig Boldman, Kathleen Webb and George Gladir, art by Jeff Shultz.

"Poor Little Rich Girl." Veronica decides to help Betty by donating her time to charity in this poignant tale. "Now for a Really Super Story." When Cheryl Blossom threatens to steal Archie away, Betty and Veronica become super-heroic protectors of their man in this costumed-crusader fable! "The Pampered Pet Set." High society is going to the dogs... literally... when Veronica hosts a masquerade party for country club pets!

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on March 14.

BETTY & VERONICA SPECTACULAR #77

Written and art by Dan Parent.

"The Great Outdoors: Betty Style!" Camping in the wilderness has its disadvantages for Veronica -- namely, no malls, no electricity and no plumbing. But before she can bail, Veronica spots hunky Donald on the trail... and suddenly, the lack of luxuries become irrelevant! "The Great Outdoors: Veronica Style." In a flip of the previous story, Veronica hosts a camping trip -- and no convenience is left behind! But even high energy power lines aren't infallible, so Betty may get her wish of "roughing it" yet!

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on Feb. 21.

BETTY & VERONICA DIGEST #173

By various.

Bright and brassy, bold and beautiful, blonde and brunette-- teen dream queens Betty & Veronica romp through this collection of new stories and classic tales! Bonus: Puzzles, games and your chance to "Find Your Name in Print!"

Digest format, $2.49, in stores on March 14.

JUGHEAD & FRIENDS DIGEST #18

Written and art by Fernando Ruiz and others.

"Cousin Calamity!": Look out guys, Reggie's cousin Regina is in town, and she's a knockout. She's also as devious and mischievous as Reggie, which the guys soon learn as she makes fools out of them with one practical joke after another! All except one: Jughead. Can Regina fool Jughead with one of her patented gags... and is there a possibility of romance with the crowned one?! Bonus: Puzzles, games and your chance to "Find Your Name in Print!"

Digest format, $2.49, in stores on Feb. 21.

JUGHEAD'S DOUBLE DIGEST #129

By various.

It's double-decker sandwiches and double-trouble as the irrepressible Jughead tilts the laugh-o-meter in this uproarious collection of new stories and classic tales! Bonus: Puzzles, games and your chance to "Find Your Name in Print!"

Digest format, $3.69, in stores on March 14.

PALS-N-GAL'S DOUBLE DIGEST #110

By various.

The spotlight is on the wonderful cast of Archie supporting characters, in this double digest featuring new stories and classic tales. Bonus: Puzzles, games and your chance to "Find Your Name in Print!"

Digest format, $3.69, in stores on March 7.

SABRINA THE TEENAGE WITCH #83

Written and art by Tania Del Rio.

"Batty Bartholomew." Sabrina decides to return to magic, and just to make sure she does, her aunts find an ancient wizard to tutor her. The only problem is, he's beyond rusty and seems more than a little wacky. Or is he? Meanwhile, Llandra has no interest in reconciling with Sabrina, but Shinji is hoping he and Sabrina can put their differences aside so Sabrina will rejoin the Four Blades. On the human side of things, Sabrina laments the fact that her new relationship with Harvey can't be as "normal" as she hoped - once again, she has to hide her magic abilities!

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on March 14.

SONIC X #17

Written by Ian Flynn, art by Steven Butler and Terry Austin, cover by Spaz.

"March Madness." Everyone knows that Leprechauns have gold, and gold can buy a lot... especially more parts for evil destructive robots! Guess which evil scientist and enemy of Sonic plans to get some gold? Can Sonic and his friends stop Eggman's destructive search for gold and prevent the annual parade from being overrun with attack robot Leprechauns... or will their "luck" run out?

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on March 7.

SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #172

Written by Ian Flynn, art by Tracy Yardley, Jim Amash and Tania Del Rio, cover by Yardley and Amash.

"Truth of the Heart." Just in time for Valentine's Day, we ramp up the romantic intrigue... but don't worry, as always the stakes are high in the world of Sonic! As more of Fiona Fox's mysterious past is revealed, Sonic must face shocking secrets that will leave him torn between his new girlfriend and the friends he has loved and fought for all these years. Not only that, but one of her revelations sets off a series of events that will lead to one of the most senses-shattering cliffhangers in years! Which of Sonic's allies will be pushed to the brink? This is one issue you won't want to miss! Plus: "Worth the Effort." Sabrina the Teenage Witch artist lends her artistic talents to Sonic the Hedgehog as Amy gets trained by one of the best warriors ever, Knuckles' girlfriend Julie-Su. But will Amy's infatuation for Sonic put both of them in danger?

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on Feb. 21.

TALES FROM RIVERDALE DIGEST #18

Written and art by Fernando Ruiz and various.

"The Class of 2027": A sideshow seer gives Mr. Weatherbee a peek into the future, and not only is Riverdale High still standing, amazingly, it's standing under the leadership of Principal Archie! As the Bee peeks deeper, he learns that it's because Archie has become a great disciplinarian due to his great role model, Mr. Weatherbee! Will Archie's future success soften the Bee's wrath when it comes to Archie's present failures? Plus: Other new and classic tales! Bonus: Puzzles, games and your chance to "Find Your Name in Print!"

Digest format, $2.49, in stores on Feb. 21.

VERONICA #178

Written and art by Dan Parent.

"It's a Small World": When Ginger is assigned an article on the "best place in the world" for Glitz Magazine, she immediately turns to famous world-traveler Veronica for help! You know what that means * Ginger and Veronica are about to travel the world in 30 days! Their whirlwind tour covers all the most exciting and exotic spots, but will they be able to narrow it down to one in time to meet Ginger's deadline... and will their final selection surprise even themselves?

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on Feb. 28

Portadas:
http://www.comicscontinuum.com/stories/0611/13/archiefeb.htm

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ASPEN COMICS

SHRUGGED #7

Written by Michael Turner and Frank Mastromauro, penicls by Micah Gunnell, inks by Jason Gorder, colors by Beth Sotelo.

It's the beginning of the end as Theo fights not only to save himself, but the fate of two worlds! However, even if Perspecta and Earth survive, how will Theo and our gang react when the true threat is revealed? Plus, what's going on with Ange and Dev?

32 pages, $2.99.

SOULFIRE #10

Written and art by Michael Turner, script by J.T. Krul, colored by Peter Steigerwald.

The final issue of Soulfire is here! As the magic returns and worlds collide, our heroes fight for their very lives in the showdown of the century! Some will live and some will die, but one thing we know for sure, the world of Soulfire will never be the same again! Plus, the first-ever glimpse of 2007's upcoming new Soulfire series by art sensation Francisco Herrera! It's a Soulfire tale unlike any you've ever seen before!

40 pages, $3.99.

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BOOM! STUDIOS

FALL OF CTHULHU #1

Written by Michael Alan Nelson, art by Jean-Jacques Dzialowski, covers by Tyler Walpole and Vatche Mavillain.

Forces are moving in the cosmos. Mankind is on the verge of facing alien beings far beyond its kin. Is another call for Cthulhu just starting to begin? Human innocents are caught in the middle and not prepared for the real truth -- which will drive them to the brink of insanity. What happens in a world of Lovecraftian darkness when a god is fated to die? What things are more vast than the Elder Gods?

32 pages, $3.99.

MR. STUFFINS #2

Written by Andrew Cosby and Johanna Stokes, art by Lee Carter.

My teddy bear's a secret agent! Andrew Cosby, the creator of the Sci-Fi TV show Eureka teams up with Johanna Stokes, one of the writers on Eureka, to tell the story of a robotic toy bear with an artificial intelligence chip and an attitude! Mr. Stuffins attempts to keep Zack safe, even as men in black suits come searching for both of them. Stuffins secures Zack's house, teaches Zack the ins-and-outs of surveillance and security, and prepares the kid for a throwdown!

32 pages, $3.99.

COVER GIRL #1

Written by Andrew Cosby, art by TBA.

When the world's biggest action movie star discovers someone's trying to kill him, he has to keep his adoring public in the dark about the fact that he's the world's biggest wimp. So he hires a bodyguard -- a Cover Girl who kicks ass and cleans up well for movie premieres! In the vein of Lethal Weapon comes an action-comedy that flips all the gender stereotypes on its head...

32 pages, $3.99.

KEITH GIFFEN AND ROSS RICHIE'S DOMINION #1

Written by Michael Alan Nelson, art by Tim Hamilton.

From the creator of 52 and Annihilation, Keith Giffen! An alien microbe, traveling through space, arrives on Earth and discovers humanity. As it enters an array of innocent human bodies, it remakes them into something new. Something powerful. Something wanting its own homeland, its own dominion. A new mini-series depicting the battle between ordinary humans and this new, alien invader taking over human bodies and infusing them with untold power!

32 pages, $3.99.

WARHAMMER 40,000: DAMNATION CRUSADE #3

Written by Dan Abnett and Ian Edginton, illustrated by Lui Antonio and JM Ringuet.

In the 41st Millennium, the infamous Space Marines wage holy war against all who defy the will of the God Emperor. Caught up in the bloody conflict against the alien Eldar is Raclaw, a deadly but inexperienced Marine in training. Torn from his home, he's already sacrificed his heritage at the altar of Imperial will. Now, he will learn that even the imposing, armored Space Marines can be destroyed -- and that even the Emperor's most feared warriors must bear the pain of personal loss.

32 pages, $2.99.

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CLAYPOOL COMICS

ELVIRA #166

Lead story by Richard Howell, Tod Smith, and Bob Wiacek; second story by Janet Hetherington, Ronn Sutton and Hilary Barta.

Final issue. Elvira's cable-hostess rival from "Kitsch 'n' Magic" wants to steal her look and her act for a food-prep show, in "Cooking With Sass!" Also, a mystery woman appears to help Elvira out of her time-loop, in the conclusion of "S.O.S. Mrs. Monstrodamus."

32 pages, black and whie, $2.50.

DEADBEATS #82

Story and art by Richard Howell and Ricardo Villagran, cover by Howell and Joe Rubinstein.

Final issue. Once Kirby Collier was seen as the town's only hope, but now he's beyond all aid himself, having passed into the afterlife. There, he encounters many famliar faces and learns the full import of the doom that destroyed Mystic Grove, in "Heaven Can't Wait!"

32 pages, black and white, $2.50.

DEADBEATS TRADE PAPERBACK #3

Story and art by Richard Howell and Ricardo Villagran, cover by Richard Howell and Louis Lachance.

Gothic Towers: The Best of Deadbeats! Now that the series is going all-Internet, read the "Deadbeats" legend in its integrality, from the vampires' arrival in town to the climactic conclusion, presented through classic reprints, new material, and special features. Foreword by Dark Shadows' Lara Parker (Angelique), afterword by Kurt Busiek.

152 pages, black and white, $12.95.

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DEVIL'S DUE PUBLISHING

FORGOTTEN REALMS - THE LEGEND OF DRIZZT VOL. IV: THE CRYSTAL SHARD HARDCOVER EDITION

Written by R.A. Salvatore, adapted by Andrew Dabb, art by Val Semeiks, cover by Tim Seeley.

He journeyed to the end of the world in search of peace -- but now, Drizzt Do'urden's home is on the brink of annihilation! With the ancient power of the Crystal Shard in the hands of a mad wizard, only Drizzt and his closest companions -- Bruenor and Wulfgar -- stand between Icewind Dale and utter destruction!

144 pages, $29.99.

EBERRON: EYE OF THE WOLF -- COLLECTOR'S EDITION

Written by Keith Baker, art and cover by Chris Lie.

Spotlighting the amazing linework mastery of Chris Lie, this Director¹s Cut is a chance to experience the life threatening exploits of Greykill in all their black and white pencil detail!

48 pages, black and white, $5.99.

FORGOTTEN REALMS -- THE LEGEND OF DRIZZT VOL. V: STREAMS OF SILVER #1

Written by R.A. Salvatore, adapted by Andrew Dabb, art by Val Semeiks, covers by Tim Seeley and Tyler Walpole.

An oath sworn in friendship takes Drizzt Do'urden on a quest like no other -- to find the legendary Mithril Hall, birthplace of Bruenor Battlehammer and his dwarven ancestors! But even as Drizzt searches for the key to Bruenor's past, he is forced to confront his own tragic history all over again...

48 pages, $4.50 (variant cover, $9.50).

G.I. JOE: AMERICA'S ELITE #20

Written by Mike O'Sullivan, art by Tim Seeley and Mike Bear, cover by Seeley.

The second of a special two-part story! The truth is finally laid bare as General Philip Rey comes face-to-face with his past... What he learns may put him at distinct odds with G.I. Joe -- the team he cares about deeply! Also -- continued glimpses into the personal lives of the team!

32 pages, $3.50.

G.I. JOE: AMERICA'S ELITE TPB VOL. III: IN SHEEP'S CLOTHING

Written by Joe Casey and Mike O¹Sullivan, art by Josh Medors, covers by Stefano Caselli.

One of the most unbelievable and ambitious G.I. Joe tales yet! Cobra Commander returns, and with him comes an incredible series of shocks and surprises that rocks the G.I. Joe team as never before! Collects the Hunt for Cobra Commander one-shot, America's Elite #13-18 and character profiles of the cast.

176 pages, $18.99.

G.I. JOE VS TRANSFORMERS IV: BLACK HORIZON #2

Written by Tim Seeley, art by Andrew Wildman, covers by Seeley and Wildman.

The double-sized conclusion! The G.I. Joe team and the Autobots face the most bizarre and unbelievable threat they've ever faced! Cobra-La strikes, and with them comes the devourer of worlds -- Unicron! How does Joe Colton fit into all of this? The fate of millions depends on if Cobra-La's insidious plans can be stopped! Plus -- the unrevealed origin of Unicron!

32 pages, $3.50.

KILLER 7 TPB

Written by Arvid Nelson, art by El Dazo, cover by Sanford Greene.

When a volley of earth-shattering nuclear missiles are launched, it's up to a group of assassins known as the killer 7 to stop them! The strike is linked to the Yakumo, a conspiracy responsible for a plague of zombie terrorists known as "Heaven's Smiles." The fates of millions of people hang in the balance!

160 pages, $18.99.

Portadas:
http://www.comicscontinuum.com/stories/0611/16/devilsduefeb.htm

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IMAGE COMICS

MADMAN GARGANTUA HC

Written by Mike Allred, art and cover by Allred.

With the all-new Madman Atomic Comics launching in April, Mike Allred and Image Comics are proud to present Frank Einstein's earlier exploits, complete in one gargantuan volume! From Madman to Madman Adventures to Madman Comics -- it's all here, complete and unabridged in one of Image's snazziest hardcover collections yet. Whether you're a new visitor to Snap City or a longtime fan of its most famous hero, this 852-page tome is guaranteed to rock your socks off! This item will be limited to 2500 copies and will not be reprinted in this format. Also available in a signed and numbered edition signed by Mike Allred and strictly limited to 300 copies. Collects Madman #1-3, Madman Adventures #1-3 and Madman Comics #1-20, plus the Madman Super King-Size Groovy Special and huge batch of bonus material and suprises!

852 pages, $125, in stores on Feb. 7 (limited and signed, $150).

NAT TURNER BOOK 2: REVOLUTION TPB

Written by Kyle Baker, art and cover by Baker.

Everybody dies! The devastating climax! Violence! Chases! Sword fights! Gun fights! A harrowing manhunt! Hair breadth escapes! A spine-tingling capture! Public execution! Nat Turner wages his famed battle against the evil institution of slavery! Will he win? Witness the ultimate awesome shocking cataclysm, the results of which will change the universe forever!

96 pages, black and white, $10, in stores on Feb. 14.

BLACK MIST #1

Written by James Pruett, art by Mike Perkins, cover by Jordan Raskin.

The corpse of a recently murdered woman. The Death Cult of Kali. The reincarnation of a dark goddess of death. An unwilling host must struggle internally between the evil influence of the mist and her own conscience. What happens when you give in to the dark nature of your own soul? Presented in color for the very first time.

32 pages, $3.99, in stores on Feb. 8.

SAM NOIR: RONIN HOLIDAY #1

Written by Eric A. Anderson and Manny Trembley, art and cover by Trembley.

"Life's a Beach and then You Die." Sam thought that a tropical retreat could shield him from the pain of a love gone wrong -- but when assassins interrupt his vacation, Sam is forced to put down his Pina Colada and pick up his sword. With Sam on the case, those white sandy beaches will be red in no time!

24 pages, black and white, $2.99, in stores on Feb. 7.

STRONGARM #1
Written by Steve Horton, art and cover by David Ahn.

Strongarm is the futuristic story of twin brothers who take different paths in life. Rob is a pathetic 30-year-old delivery boy and Nick leads an underground resistance movement. One fateful day, Rob is beset upon by an assassin wielding a vicious pair of biomechanical arms. Rob kills his attacker, but the arms graft themselves to him - and have a mind of their own...!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Feb. 28.

DEATH, JR. VOL. 2 TP

Written by Gary Whitta, art by Ted Naifeh, cover by Jeff Matsuda.

Death, Jr. returns with all of his friends in an all new adventure that finds DJ filling a summer internship with his Dad at Terminal Industries, while the rest of the gang heads off to summer camp. Can they manage to survive the summer unscathed?

144 pages, $14.99, in stores on Feb. 14.

EMISSARY VOLUME 1: REVELATIONS TP

Written by J.R. Rand and Christopher E. Long, art by Juan E. Ferreyra.

How would the world react to a super-being in our midst? And what if he were a man of color? Would he be revered or reviled? Emissary poses these and many other questions about the religious and social significance the sudden appearance a super-being would have on the world. Collects Emissary #1-4, plus bonus material!

128 pages, $12.99, in stores on Feb. 14.

SAVAGE DRAGON VOL. 11: RESURRECTION TP

Written, art and cover by Erik Larsen.

Collecting Erik Larsen's Savage Dragon #53-58. The classic superhero saga continues! Following a ferocious battle with Chicago's notorious criminal organization, the Vicious Circle, the Dragon is dead -- or is he? The mystery unfolds as the windy city's other heroes cope with the loss and try to fill the void. But who is this new fin-headed hero that appears whenever Chicago cop William Jonson disappears? And whose voice is he hearing in his head? Find out as one of the most talked about storylines in Savage Dragon's lengthy run is collected in one volume for the first time! Collects Savage Dragon #53-58.

136 pages, $14.99, in stores on Feb. 14.

SPAWN: ARMAGEDDON PART 2 TP

Written by David Hine, art by Philip Tan, cover by Greg Capullo.

It's really happening, the end of everything! The Four Horsemen, The Rapture, plagues, and the dead rising from their graves. Heaven is out to destroy Hell and visa versa with no one looking out for us humans in the middle. That is no one except Spawn. And that's how we like it! Finally after all these years the war Al Simmons was created to fight is here but which side will he choose? Collects #156-163.

176 pages, $15.99, in stores on Feb. 28.

SPAWN COLLECTION VOL. 2 HC

Written by Todd McFarlane and others, art by McFarlane, Greg Capullo and Marc Silvestri, cover by McFarlane.

It all started in 1992. Todd McFarlane's Spawn. What? Don't have those early issues? Oh, yeah -- they've been out of print for years! Well, here they are in a brand new collection, bigger and badder than ever! This collection includes Spawn issues 13-33. This collection also includes Marc Silvestri's Spawn issue and Greg Capullo's first issues.

480 pages, $49.94, in stores on Feb. 7.

STRANGE GIRL, VOL. 3: PAINT A VULGAR PICTURE TP

Written by Rick Remender, art by Nick Stakal and Micah Farritor, cover by Stakal.

Six months after the shocking events of the first story Bethany and crew find themselves in New York City on a search for safe passage to Europe and the last gateway to Heaven. As the war between Heaven and Hell makes it way to Earth Beth is forced down into the pits of hell where she faces her greatest enemy-herself. Collects Strange Girl #10-15.

112 pages, $14.99, in stores on Feb. 21.

TRAKK: MONSTER HUNTER TP

Written by Stan Winston and Francis Takenaga, art by Mico Suayan and Philip Tan, cover by Suayan.

Hollywood creature-creator Stan Winston started his own modern mythos with Trakk, in the sold-out Mutant Earth series. Now journey back in time to see the origins of the urban legend in this exciting prequel! Throughout human history horrors have stalked the streets, and not all of them were born of this world. A hero granted immortality must rediscover his soul before he can save us all.

152 pages, $15.99, in stores on Feb. 21.

THE WALKING DEAD VOL. 6: THE SORROWFUL LIFE TP

Written by Robert Kirkman, art and cover by Charlie Adlard and Cliff Rathburn.

Trapped in a town surrounded by madmen Rick must find a way out or die trying. Meanwhile, back at the prison, the rest of the survivors come to grips with the fact Rick may be dead. A major turning point in the series is reached. Collects The Walking Dead #31-36

136 pages, black and white, $12.99, in stores on Feb. 28.

DEADWORLD #8

Written by Gary Reed, art by Federico Dallocchio, cover by Michael Gaydos.

"Slaughterhouse," part 2. The war escalates between man and zombie, but what is the cost of victory? The humans find that to win this war, they have to step away from humanity in order to save it. An exciting glimpse into another side of the Deadworld.

32 pages, black and white, $3.99, in stores on Feb. 21.

DRAIN #4

Written by C.B. Cebulski, art and cover by Sana Takeda.

The past continues to catch up with Chinatsu as more secrets of her life shortly after she was turned begin to come to light. Is there more to her guilt than simply being the sole survivor of her clan? As she gets closer to the truth about the evil that engulfed her family, will she also be able to accept the truths about what she's become?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Feb. 28.

ELEPHANTMEN #7

Written by Richard Starkings and Joe Kelly, art by Moritat and Chris Bachalo, cover by Ladronn, variant cover by Bachalo.

"Captain Stoneheart and the Tooth Fairy." Hip Flask is expecting to spend a quiet night working late at the Information Agency, but he reckons without the appearance of Ebony Hide's young friend, Savannah. Kelly and Bachalo come to Hip's rescue with the story of Captain Stoneheart and the Tooth Fairy... a story so special it took five years in the making!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Feb. 21.

GIRLS #22

Written by Joshua Luna, art and cover by Jonathan Luna.

Domestic disturbance.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Feb. 21.

GODLAND #17

Written by Joe Casey, art by Tom Scioli, cover by Scioli and Richard Starkings.

Book Seventeen: The Infinity Protocols: The U.S. military finally makes its move against Commander Adam Archer! The secret of the Infinity Tower revealed! Meanwhile, the Triad is ready to make their move against the entire planet Earth! When humanity's cosmic emissary has been labeled Public Enemy #1, how will he defend them?

24 pages, $2.99, in stores on Feb. 28.

IMPALER #4

Written by William Harms, art and cover by Nick Postic and Nick Marinkovich.

After fending off a ferocious attack by the vampires, Victor and the other survivors take refuge for the night. But they are shocked to learn that the Pentagon has completely sealed off New York City -- no one gets in or out. And anyone attempting to leave will be shot on sight.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Feb. 14.

INVINCIBLE #41

Written by Robert Kirkman, art and cover by Ryan Ottley and Bill Crabtree.

The battle with the SEQUIDS is over. The fate of Earth is decided. You didn't really think Invincible was going to lose, did you?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Feb. 28.

NEGATIVE BURN #9

By Brian Bolland, Richard Case, Shannon Denton, Chris Giarrusso, Phil Hester, Anthony Hightower, Joe Keatinge, Ron McCain, Mike Raicht, R.G. Taylor and Steve Rasnic Tem, cover by Brian Stelfreeze.

The anthology returns this month with yet another issue packed with today's top creators and tomorrow's brightest talents.

64 pages, black and white, $5.99, in stores on Feb. 28.

THE NIGHTLY NEWS #4

Written by Jonathan Hickman, art and cover by Hickman.

"Cults in our Midst." While the Hand is deprogrammed, a traitor infiltrates the cult and readers learn the Hidden History of the Brotherhood of the Voice.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Feb. 14.

NOBLE CAUSES #27

Written by Jay Faerber, art by Yildiray Cinar, cover by Khary Randolph.

Yildiray Cinar comes aboard as series artist as the diabolical Blackthornes go to extreme measures to try to save Kitty, who's losing herself to her animal side.

32 pages, $3.50, in stores on Feb. 28.

THE PIRATES OF CONEY ISLAND #5

Written by Rick Spears, art and cover by Vasilis Lolos, variant cover by Becky Cloonan.

Cadillacula prowls the street -- Does it run on blood? Does it have to "sleep" in a garage floored with dirt from Detroit? Would sunlight destroy it? Evil questions... Meanwhile, the Cherries have a sleepover and pillow fight! Then the Pirates hunt the ladies down on their own turf and it all ends with tickling knifes!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Feb. 28.

PVP #33

Written by Scott Kurtz, art and cover by Kurtz.

Listen, Chief. Were out there on the mean streets every day, trying to make people laugh with a black and white humor book in a diminishing market. If that means breaking your precious rules and regulations to get the job done, then that's what we're gonna do. If you don't like it, then you can have my badge and gun. Didn't think so.

24 pages, black and white, $2.99, in stores on Feb. 28.

SPAWN #167

Written by David Hine, art by Philip Tan, cover by Greg Capullo.

Spawn thought all was right with is newly created universe. But it seems he's recreated everthing, even some of his old foes! Its mano y mano time with the new much more dangerous clown vs Spawn. Be there for the battle to end all battles!

32 pages, $2.95, in stores on March 28.

STRANGE GIRL #16

Written by Rick Remender, art and cover by Peter Bergting.

"Golden Lights," part one. Beginning a new chapter in the life of mystified occultist, Bethany Black. Lost in the last European city and hopelessly outnumbered as the black hordes descend -- Bethany finds the blackness growing within her is finally taking over.

32 pages, $3.50, in stores on Feb. 21.

TRUE STORY, SWEAR TO GOD #5

Written, art and cover by Tom Beland.

"The Big Apple." It's off to Nuevo York as Lily surprises Tom with a New York trip! Tom's first trip to N.Y. is one to remember... especially when they return home! Good times to be had by all in the city that never sleeps.

24 pages, black and white, $2.99, in stores on Feb. 21.

PLATINUM STUDIOS TITLES
BLOOD NATION #1

Written by Rob Moran, layouts by Moran and James Devlin, art and cover by Devlin, cover by Moran and Devlin.

Twenty years in the future, the world is reeling from an outbreak of vampirism. A new Red Army cuts a bloody swathe across Europe and claims its own sovereign nation: a Blood Nation. Now, Captain Ethan Cutter must lead an elite special forces unit to infiltrate the Blood Nation to stop the vampire horde from being unleashed again upon humanity.

32 pages, $2.99.

WATCHDOGS #1 GN

Written by Fred Van Lente, art and cover by Brian Churilla.

After Sam Garrison and his pregnant wife move into a rough inner-city neighborhood plagued by gangs and drugs, Sam and his neighbor Mark Buchanan decide to bring their own brand of justice to the streets as masked vigilantes called the Watchdogs. But Sam learns that Mark has a darker agenda... and finds himself accused of murder.

72 pages, $11.99.

Portadas:
http://www.comicscontinuum.com/stories/0611/20/imagefeb.htm

[falange]

TOP COW PRODUCTIONS

WITCHBLADE MANGA #1

Written by art by Sumita Kazasa, art by Kobayashi Yasuko, covers by by Yasuko, Christian Gossett and Gonzo.

Top Cow and Bandai Entertainment present the Witchblade, diving into the popular world of manga with this authentic Japanese series. Takeru is average Japanese schoolgirl being raised in a Buddhist monestary by a group of nuns. Except for the forbidden wicked-looking claw locked in a box that keeps appearing in her dreams.

That'd make a relationship with cute Kou hard enough, but when a group of mysterious black-clad monks shows up at the monestary, the Witchblade chooses its newest bearer. Originally serialized in Japan's populuar magazine, Champion Red, and written by Witchblade Anime head writer Sumita Kazasa, this uniquely Japanese tale is considered part of the Witchblade canon. Now collected for the first time for an American audience in standard comic format and in full color.

40 pages, $2.99.

DARKNESS: LEVEL 3

Written by Paul Jenkins and David Wohl, penciled by Eric Basaldua, inked by Rick Basaldua, covers by Eric Basaldua and Andy Brase.

Welcome ot the world of The Darkness. Captain Eddie Shrote is a corrupt cop and he's made one critical mistake. He killed Jenny, the one person Jackie Estacado cares about. And Jackie doesn't forget... and he's certainly doesn't forgive.

This special series, by The Darkness video game/comic scribe and The Darkness co-creator David Wohl, parallels the levels of the video game by 2K, while bringing original stories that show a side of The Darkness you've never seen. These standalone stories can be enjoyed without the video game, but add a new level to the player experience.

32 pages, $2.99.

WITCHBLADE #106

Written by Ron Marz, art by Stjepan Sejic, covers by Chris Bachalo and Adriana Melo.

Part one of a very special two-part story. Danielle Baptiste returns home to the battered city of New Orelans to visit her ailing father. As she consoles her father and explores the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. Danielle will discover why New Orleans is called "the most haunted city in America." But what does the Witchblade know about it?

32 pages, $2.99.

CITY OF HEROES #18

Written by Sean Fish, penciled by David Nakayama, colored by Blond.

Fresh off a successful stint guarding Paragon City, Ms. Liberty has to deal with a twisted version of herself from Praetorian Earth... Dominatrix. The Lass of Liberty decides that a tour of the City of Heroes is just what the Statesman ordered for the Praetorian princess. An encounter with the Carnival of Shadows, a night of dancing in the Tiki Lounge at the Pocket D night club, and a grudge match with one of Ms. Liberty's most hated enemies are just a few of the things in store for are heroines on ... Ladies Night.

32 pages, $2.99.

THE AGENCY TPB

Written by Paul Jenkins, art by Kyle Hotz.

Long out of print, the six-issue mini-series will be available again in this slick trade paperback collection. Paul Jenkins and Kyle Hotz teamed up on this unique project that takes readers to a dystopian future where traditional policing has fallen to the wayside and private corporations are stepping in to the fill the gap.

The collection includes all six issues, plus bonus material such as character designs, layouts and more. Join the cyborg officers of The Agency as they hunt for a serial killer in this action-packed, dark humor series collected for the first time.

192 pages, $14.99.

[haljordan88]

KEITH GIFFEN AND ROSS RICHIE'S DOMINION #1 ?? De que se tratará esta? Va a ser mensual, bimestral o impuntal?

[nightshadow]

KEITH GIFFEN AND ROSS RICHIE'S DOMINION #1 ?? De que se tratará esta?

En la misma solicitud lo dice:

"An alien microbe, traveling through space, arrives on Earth and discovers humanity. As it enters an array of innocent human bodies, it remakes them into something new. Something powerful. Something wanting its own homeland, its own dominion. A new mini-series depicting the battle between ordinary humans and this new, alien invader taking over human bodies and infusing them with untold power!"

Osease humanos normales contra extraterrestres que poseen cuerpos y los dotan de superpoderes.

Aquí una entrevista con Ross Richie
http://www.comicbookresources.com/news/newsitem.cgi?id=9155

y la portada...
http://images.comicbookresources.com/previews/boomstudios/dominion/dominion_colored_sm.jpg

Va a ser mensual, bimestral o impuntal?

Con las compañías independientes es dificil saber realmente. Especialmente cuando ni en la página de la compañía que lo va a publicar aparece :drunk:

http://boom-studios.com/

[haljordan88]

Con las compañías independientes es dificil saber realmente. Especialmente cuando ni en la página de la compañía que lo va a publicar aparece :drunk:

En eso tienes razon:p Pero no ha aparecido el numero dos en las listas de otros meses? Quiero saber mas de esta serie, ah y otra cosa Nightshadow, tu sabes cuando va a salir la de X Isle #4 de la misma editorial? Mi pedido se retrasó por culpa de esa:confused: