In New York City, crime is on the rise, and terror fills the streets. Gang warfare is escalating, and metahumans are being drafted into battle. Through the corruption and lawlessness, one man emerges to right the wrongs as only he can. So when a Super Hero conspiracy plot is brought to light, the Vigilante returns to find the traitor and mete out his own brand of justice - with extreme prejudice! Join us as writer Marv Wolfman (NEW TEEN TITANS, CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS) continues the street-level adventures of the mysterious new crime fighter he introduced in the pages of NIGHTWING. A variant cover by Andrew Robinson is available as part of a set off 11 copies (10 regular covers and 1 variant) [Written by Marv Wolfman / Art by Rick Leonardi / Cover by Walter Simonson Variant Cover by Andrew Ro]
Writer Alan Moore's seminal horror series is now published in hardcover for the very first time - including the never-before-reprinted SAGA OF THE SWAMP THING #20, in which Moore wraps up the previous storyline and sets the stage for the groundbreaking tales that were to come. Collecting SAGA OF THE SWAMP THING #20-27, this first volume features the stories that put Moore on the comics map in the 1980s thanks to his unique narrative style and deconstructive storytelling. Created by a freak accident, Swamp Thing believed he was once scientist Alec Holland - but when he discoveres his true nature, it shatters his universe and sends him on a path of discovery and adventure. Featuring the art of Stephen Bissette and John Totleben, this groundbreaking work features mind-blowing, genre-defying stories starring the rich, complex character that Neil Gaiman called "The No. 1 New Classic Monster" in Entertainment Weekly. Scheduled to arrive in February. [Written by Alan Moore / Art by Stephen Bissette, Dan Day and John Totleben / Cover by Stephen Bisset]
The wildly popular DC Direct statue line continues! Innovative Batman artist and animator Bruce Timm lends his talents to the Batman Black & White Statue series by creating an original design of the Caped Crusader leaping into action! Painted in monochromatic tones, this statue measures approximately 7.25" high x 6" wide x 6" deep. It features a Bat-logo-shaped base and is packaged in a black-and-white box. Scheduled to arrive in May. [Designed by Bruce Timm Sculpted by James Shoop]
They are the last of the Earth's Mightiest Heroes: Hawkeye, the blinded archer; the Wasp, pint-sized dynamo cursed with an incurable shrinking disease; Cannonball, mutant X-Man and Avenger; and former Ant-Man, former Giant-Man, former super hero Hank Pym, the last man who would have volunteered to lead them. They're not the strongest, but they are the only hope in the final battle against the greatest enemies of mankind. They are the Last Avengers. United, they will fall. This is THE LAST AVENGERS STORY. Also featuring timeless tales shedding new light on the early days of Earth's Mightiest Heroes: the Hulk, Iron Man, Captain America and Thor! In these previously untold stories, the six founding members vie for chairmanship of the team, Bruce Banner fears the Hulk's rage may have gone too far, Iron Man unveils his latest suit of armor, Captain America adjusts to life in the modern world, a WWII veteran reminisces about an early meeting between Cap and Thor, and more! Plus: Marvel's founding father, Stan Lee, tells the "real" story of how the Avengers became a team! Collecting THE LAST AVENGERS STORY #1-2 and material from AVENGERS CLASSIC #1-12. Also available with a variant cover. [Written by Peter David, Stan Lee, Dwayne McDuffie, Macon Blair, Tom Beland & Bob Burden / Penciled b]
A fire burns deep within Matt Murdock. He was raised by a single father, an over-the-hill prizefighter with one last chance to make it good - a chance that cost him his life. Taunted and tormented by children while growing up, Matt's life was irrevocably altered after he was blinded by radioactive materials while saving the life of an old man. The payoff? An unbreakable will and a keen intelligence, helping focus the super-senses he was blessed with during the accident. His story is one of love, pain, disappointment and strength. Witness the tour-de-force origin of the Man Without Fear by industry legends Frank Miller and John Romita Jr. Collecting DAREDEVIL: THE MAN WITHOUT FEAR #1-5. Also available with a variant cover. [Written by Frank Miller / Penciled by John Romita Jr. / Cover by John Romita Jr.]
The long-awaited sequel to the award-winning publishing sensation that made Kurt Busiek and Alex Ross into stars begins here! News photographer Phil Sheldon's back, with the man-on-the-street's perspective on the big events of the Marvel Universe, from the Avengers, the all-new X-Men and the Secret Wars to Dracula and the Werewolf By Night. But this time, Phil's world is going to be rocked not just by superheroes and super-villains -- but by something far more personal, as well. Featuring the Marvel debut of artist Jay Anacleto, whose gorgeous, photorealistic pencil renderings give a new look at the Marvel Universe, and what it would be like to actually be there. [Written by Kurt Busiek / Pencils & Covers by Jay Anacleto]
"It's about remembering someone so important to me I was going to spend the rest of my life with her." What Peter Parker didn't know was that meant Gwen Stacy would only get to spend the rest of her life with him. This is the story of how they fell in love. Or, more appropriately, how they almost didn't fall in love. Welcome to Spider-Man's life. Bad before good. It's kind of amazing. So, in order to get the girl of his dreams, he'll have to run the gauntlet of the Green Goblin, the Rhino, two Vultures and a mysterious man in the shadows controlling it all. Join Eisner Award-winning team of Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale (Superman For All Seasons, Batman: The Long Halloween, and DAREDEVIL: YELLOW) in the story about Spider-Man's first love, Gwen Stacy. Highlighted by the introduction of Mary Jane Watson, it is a critical moment in Spider-Man's life when everything was just coming together... only to fall apart. Collecting SPIDER-MAN: BLUE #1-6. Also available in a black and white variant. [Written by Jeph Loeb / Penciled by Tim Sale / Cover by Tim Sale]
This is it! The story that finally reveals the conspiracies behind the entire Ultimate Universe! When they first met, Bruce Banner mysteriously warned Spider-Man that Everything is connected. Now it's time to discover the jaw-dropping secrets that men have fought and died to protect. From the dark days of World War II to the frightening present, journey through history to learn what's really behind the Super Soldier and Weapon X programs-and how heroes such as Captain America, Nick Fury and Wolverine have more in common than codenames and costumes. The dream team of Brian Michael Bendis and Butch Guice (CAPTAIN AMERICA, IRON MAN) unite for the first time for the Ultimate series of the year that is a must-read lead-in to ULTIMATUM! Collecting ULTIMATE ORIGINS #1-5. [Written by Brian Michael Bendis / Penciled by Butch Guice / Cover by Gabriele Dell'Otto & Michael Tu]
The first new Beanworld story in print in over a decade, the Beanworld Holiday Special is the perfect introduction to Larry Marder's inimitable creation! As enjoyable for children as it is enlightening for adults, Beanworld is a grand adventure that explores social dynamics, culture creation, and ecological networks-all in great fun! Take a tour of this magical world, from Proffy's Fix-It Shop to a Fabulous Look-See Show, in this issue that introduces toys to the baby Cuties and plunges readers into one of the most original and brilliant comic-book universes ever created! You've never seen anything like it-unless you're a longtime fan of Marder's, in which case you'll be thrilled by the return of this wonderful and peculiar comic-book experience! [Larry Marder (W/A)]
Beanworld is a peculiar fantasy that operates under its own rules and laws. Series creator Larry Marder says, "Beanworld is about the affinity of life. It's like A Bug's Life meets Mutts, as told by Dr. Seuss and Joseph Campbell." Meet Mr. Spook, Professor Garbanzo, Beanish, and the Chow Sol'jer Army as they experience adventures that prove, whether friends or adversaries, we all ultimately depend on each other for survival. Beanworld reflects deep truths about our world, including themes of ecology, advertising, culture, and art, making the experiences of these fanciful creatures feel as true, funny, moving, and relatable as anything in our own reality. Rescanned from the original artwork, this deluxe hardcover collects the long-out-of-print first nine issues of the original acclaimed comic-book series in an affordable single volume for the first time! Suggested for readers aged seven to adult. For a fascinating look into Beanworld, go to http://larrymarder.blogspot.com/! [Larry Marder (W/A)]
Slithering upon the heels of Dark Horse's archive collections of the seminal horror comics magazine Creepy comes its terror-filled cousin publication Eerie! Collected for fans for the first time ever, and packaged in the same amazing oversized format as our Creepy Archives, Dark Horse Comics has taken great, gruesome care in presenting this groundbreaking material to readers who have been waiting decades to get their claws on it. Eerie magazine, like its killer kin Creepy, features work from many of the masters of comics storytelling. For fans of spectacular spookiness, mind-bending sci-fi, and astonishing artwork, the Eerie Archives library is a must have. Includes the work of Gray Morrow, Frank Frazetta, Alex Toth, Neal Adams, Joe Orlando, and others! [Various]
Join comics luminaries Walt Simonson, John Byrne, Archie Goodwin, and Howard Chaykin, among others, in the very first appearances of the esteemed professor on the comic-book page! Weighing in at a hefty three hundred and sixty-eight pages, this tome collects the first twelve issues of the 1980s ongoing series-along with the adaptation of Raiders of the Lost Ark-for the very first time. And David Michelinie, the writer who would go on to pen most of Indy's four-color adventures, begins his imaginative run here! Fans of the films won't want to miss these classic tales that extend the Indiana Jones mythos beyond the silver screen. [Walt Simonson (W), John Byrne (W/A), Denny O’Neil (W), David Michelinie (W), Archie Goodwin (W), Joh]
Walk through a sparkling world of make-believe, a cotton-candy-colored dream world of hearts, flowers, and switchblades, of dewy-eyed cartoon pinup gals, kutie-pie kowgirls, leopard-skinned sweeties, hatchet-wielding honeys, and the cuddliest devil kitties Hell has to offer. The art of Lisa Petrucci is a honey-coated maelstrom of contradictions-the innocence of lost Americana, childhood nostalgia, and traditional feminine iconography all presented with a rebellious spirit. Kickass Kuties: The Art of Lisa Petrucci is the first collection of the artist's remarkable catalog, a hallucinatory tour through an emporium of cultural chaos, a bipolar gallery of imagery both sacred and profane. [Lisa Petrucci (W/A)]
Twenty-five years ago, Mister X debuted with a concept so clever and a character so captivating that it influenced an entire generation of comics fans and creators. Today, Motter reclaims the reins and sets out to inspire a whole new generation with Mister X: Condemned, a completely fresh introduction to the elusive Mister X and his dystopian home-Somnopolis, the City of Nightmares. With influences from Film Noir to German Expressionism, this story of a city gone mad and the never-sleeping man who's obsessed with saving it will amaze anyone interested in masterpiece storytelling born from the vision of a single iconoclastic creator. [Dean Motter (W/A)]
ReelArt Studios is proud to present Buck Rogers, Philip Francis Nowlan's seminal hero who first appeared in the novella Armageddon 2419 A.D. in the 1928 issue of Amazing Stories. This 1950's version of Buck is sculpted by Tony Cipriano and paint mastered by Joy & Tom Studios. It depicts Buck in action with blazing guns and rising on a cloud of smoke from his jet pack.
The marsh monster stars in his first solo book ever! Who was the man who would be reborn as Solomon Grundy? Discover the secret history of the creature as his curse is explored and redefined in this one-shot special! [Written by Scott Kolins & Geoff Johns / Art by Scott Kolins / Cover by Shane Davis & Sandra Hope]
It's an all-new prelude to the upcoming, all-new JUSTICE LEAGUE #1! Prometheus once defeated the Justice League single-handedly, and with his latest lethal crime spree, he's moved to the top of the heroes' Most Wanted list. But what grave crimes has he committed, and what will he do to prevent capture? Learn the real face of evil that is Prometheus! [Written by Sterling Gates / Art by Federico Dalbochio / Cover by Mauro Cascioli]
Deathstroke nearly died fighting Geo-Force in DCU: LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT, and now he needs to rebuild himself. He's not about to let a near death experience make him lose his place as one of the most dangerous villains in the DCU. Where will he start? What's next for the Terminator? And how high will the body count be when he's finished? [Written by David Hine / Art by Georges Jeanty / Cover by Ladrönn]
Who is Kobra? After his death, Kobra's terrorist organization has been in disarray, with different factions and false leaders vying for control. Now a new figure has infiltrated the Kobra Cult and started systematically destroying its powerbase. But who is this new player? Is it the original Kobra reborn - or something far more sinister? [Written by Ivan Brandon / Art by Jesus Merino / Cover by Andrew Robinson]
Jefferson Pierce returns to his old stomping grounds - the infamous Suicide Slum of Metropolis - in order to bring some hope to the residents of his downtrodden former neighborhood. He'll quickly learn, though, that a lawless place sometimes requires a lawless vigilante to drag it into the light. Acclaimed writer Jen Van Meter (CINNAMON, OUTSIDERS) and kinetic artist Cully Hamner (BLUE BEETLE, RED) combine forces to retell the electrifying origin of DC's most honorable hero, the bold and brave Justice Leaguer known as Black Lightning! [Written by Jen Van Meter / Art and Cover by Cully Hamner]
The Fastest Man Alive takes on some of his greatest foes in this new Archive, including Captain Cold, Abra-Kadabra, Mirror Master, Pied Piper, Heat Wave and The Reverse Flash! Collecting THE FLASH #133-#141 from 1962-1963. [Written by John Broome and Gardner Fox / Art by Carmine Infantino, Joe Giella and Murphy Anderson /]
With Frank Miller's highly anticipated movie adaptation of The Spirit coming in December, DC Comics presents THE SPIRIT SPECIAL, the perfect introduction to Will Eisner's greatest creation! This low-priced special includes four classic stories: 1947's "Sign of the Octopus," 1949's "Black Alley," and "Sand Saref" and "Bring in Sand Saref," both from 1950. [Written by Will Eisner / Art and Cover by Will Eisner]
Discover what life is like for the young heroes of Sidekick Elementary in this new collection featuring TINY TITANS #1-6! Kid-friendly versions of the Teen Titans and their rogues gallery star in this fun, light-hearted, all-ages romp beautifully written and illustrated by Art Baltazar and Franco (Patrick the Wolf Boy)! [Written by Art Baltazar & Franco / Art and Cover by Art Baltazar]
"The landmark comic-book series that actually made Death seem . . . cool." - Entertainment Weekly on The Sandman. From the pages of Neil Gaiman's THE SANDMAN comes the young, pale, perky and genuinely likable Death. One day in every century, Death walks the Earth to better understand those to whom she will be the final visitor. Today is that day! Collecting DEATH: THE HIGH COST OF LIVING #1-3, DEATH: THE TIME OF YOUR LIFE #1-3, the DEATH TALKS ABOUT LIFE AIDS pamphlet and stories from VERTIGO: WINTER'S EDGE #2 and THE SANDMAN: ENDLESS NIGHTS for the first time in one place. This oversized hardcover is the perfect companion for THE ABSOLUTE SANDMAN and ideal for fans of Gaiman's sprawling, intimate comics work! [Written by Neil Gaiman / Art by Mark Buckingham, Chris Bachalo, Jeffrey Jones, Dave McKean and Mark]
"Will all patrons please be seated? Tonight you will witness supernatural feats that no mortal mind can comprehend! Your very senses will reel as Mysterius the Great takes the stage after years in absentia! And now please welcome his newest stalwart, the brave and beautiful assistant who will accompany our host on a journey beyond the boundaries of science and reason...the Lovely Delfi! Now, all join hands..." [Written by Jeff Parker / Art and Cover by Tom Fowler]
Under special arrangement with Hong Kong toymaker Hot Toys, DC Direct is delighted to offer the Batman line of CosBaby mini figures! Inspired by CosPlay (from the contraction of words "costume play") - a type of performance art and role play in which the cosplayers meticulously outfit themselves in character costumes from sources such as manga, anime, comics, movies and video games to become the characters they emulate, reenacting scenes from the original sources - these Batman CosBaby mini-figures are the cutest little tykes around! Featuring eight Batman CosBaby designs: Batman Modern (Black Costume), Batman Classic (Blue Costume), The Joker, Robin, Batgirl, Catwoman, Two-Face and a special Mystery Figure (available only in the set), these mini-figures are the perfect size to collect and display!
Sculpted by Jack Mathews, based on the art of Adam Hughes. This limited-edition, hand-painted, cold-cast porcelain statue is based on the stylish and scintillating cover of WONDER WOMAN #150 by artist Adam Hughes! Packaged in a 4-color box, this statue also includes a 4-color Certificate of Authenticity. Manufactured to order.
Decorate your home or store with this exciting, affordable neon sign featuring The Flash's classic lightning strike logo! The adjustable base unit can sit on a tabletop or be mounted to a wall. Powered by a plug-in, UL-adapter, the sign itself measures approximately 8 wide x 9 high and has a base measuring approximately 5.5" in diameter. Packaged in a 4-color box.
From Gotham City's rooftops to its dark alleyways, Batman's war on crime has become the stuff of legend. Commemorating these adventures of the Dark Knight, DC Direct unveils a new box set featuring one of Batman's closest allies - and some of his most nightmarish adversaries! This box set includes four action figures, all featuring brand new deco paints, as well as LEGENDS OF THE DARK KNIGHT SPECIAL, a unique 64-page collection of stories featuring each character's secret origin and other tales.
DC Comics' Justice League stands ready to defend humanity from all threats. Batman is ready to mete out justice with his batarangs, Green Lantern has his power battery in hand, and Superman takes flight. This trio of power can be yours with the Justice League Headknockers. Each stands approximately 6 tall and features a sculpt based on the characters' appearances in the classic comics!
Designed & sculpted by Monster 5. Batman is the first in a new line of stylized vinyl UNI-FORMZ, inspired by the red-hot designer toy phenomenon! DC Direct has joined forces with popular contemporary toy designer Monster 5 to create this unique version of Batman. This bold new take on the Caped Crusader is a must-have for collectors of contemporary toy design, as well as traditional fans of Batman! This limited-edition vinyl UNI-FORMZ Batman figure in his black costume, features 12 points of articulation, stands approximately 8" tall and is packaged in a deluxe 4-color window box.
Victim and villain, V voices the frustration and innate power of the people, the true values held precious by the masses. A provocative and disturbing modern classic, V FOR VENDETTA is the visually powerful story of a dystopian not-too-distant future. Dressed in the intricate and authentically detailed costume from the film adaptation of the classic comic, V displays his signature black cloak, as well as a removable hat, a non-removable mask, interchangeable hands and several character-specific accessories. The figure comes with a display base and is packaged in a deluxe 4-color window box with a fifth panel.
Designed by Terry Dodson Sculpted by Karen Palinko. The popular WOMEN OF THE DC UNIVERSE line of cold-cast porcelain busts continues with Phantom Lady! Freedom Fighter member Sandra Knight strikes a pose in the classic pinup style of the 1940s as she sits atop a World War II-inspired base. Collect all the WOMEN OF THE DCU: SERIES 2 BUSTS designed by Terry Dodson! Phantom Lady joins Wonder Woman, Starfire, Cheetah, Batwoman, Wonder Girl, Catwoman, Huntress, Jade, Shazam's sister Mary and many more to come! This Phantom Lady Bust measures approximately 6" high x 3.75" wide x 3" deep and is packaged in a 4-color box.
In every war, people demand their champion. In World War II, that hero was Captain America. TRUTH is the controversial, declassified story of the African American men involuntarily subjected to the U.S. War Department's Super Soldier project, in a race to develop a serum that might turn the tide against the Axis powers ... if the Nazi's didn't get to it first. An epic spanning the time just before the attack on Pearl Harbor into the present day, TRUTH finally reveals the tragic sacrifice that a Black infantry unit made for their country - and what those sacrifices mean to a white man named Steve Rogers. Collecting TRUTH #1-7. [Written by Robert Morales / Penciled by Kyle Baker / Cover by Kyle Baker]
One of the Marvel Universe's most staggering sagas from two of Britain's most remarkable writers, reprinted in total for the first time! Captain Britain fights to save a universe...and fails! But a single reality is small change in the game Merlyn's playing against Mad Jim Jaspers, who's rewriting reality so he's the center of the universe! Worlds collide, heroes and villains die, and Captain Britain's beside himself - except when he's fighting himself...to the death! Featuring the first appearances of the metamorphic Meggan, Opal Luna Saturnyne, the Captain Britain Corps, and more! Plus: Psylocke joins the X-Men, and the X-Men join Captain Britain on a cosmic quest into the secrets of life and death! The fiendish Fury, the horrific Horde and the malevolent Mojo are only a few of the adversaries who await within! Also guest-starring the New Mutants and Captain America! Collecting MARVEL SUPER-HEROES (UK) #377-388, THE DAREDEVILS (UK) #1-11, CAPTAIN AMERICA #305-306, MIGHTY WORLD OF MARVEL (UK) #7-16, CAPTAIN BRITAIN (UK) #1-14, NEW MUTANTS ANNUAL #2 and UNCANNY X-MEN ANNUAL #11. [Written by Alan Moore, Alan Davis, Dave Thorpe, Paul Neary, Michael Carlin, Steve Craddock, Mike Col]
At last - experience the birth of the Marvel Zombies as told by the creative team of the best-selling limited series, and then witness their rise as they attempt to slake their hunger across two universes! First, Robert Kirkman and Sean Phillips pull out all the stops as they reveal the secret story of the day the Marvel Heroes became brain-eating monsters! Next, follow the Marvel Zombies into the pages of Mark Millar and Greg Land's ULTIMATE FANTASTIC FOUR! Reed Richards has used his scientific genius to contact an Earth in a surprisingly familiar parallel dimension - and he's ready to visit! But nothing could have prepared him for the world he's about to enter! Finally, get out the hot sauce, True Believer - it's slobberin' time! In Reginald Hudlin and Francis Portela's Black Panther, the mainstream Marvel Universe's New Fantastic Four just made a wrong turn on the dimensional super highway - and they've landed in the middle of Zombie-verse! And if that weren't bad enough, they've parked their butts on that universe's Skrull Planet! Collecting MARVEL ZOMBIES: DEAD DAYS; ULTIMATE FANTASTIC FOUR #21-23, #30-32; AND BLACK PANTHER #28-30. [Written by Robert Kirkman, Mark Millar & Reginald Hudlin / Penciled by Sean Phillips, Greg Land, Mit]
The Punisher. Wolverine. Elektra. As the sequel to the classic Marvel series continues, Phil Sheldon watches the Marvel Universe get darker, more dangerous...at the same time as he faces devastating personal news. Can he make the public see the marvels for the heroes they are to him? Or is it a lost cause? Phil and Ben Urich run a desperate race through Manhattan to cover the news -- but for Phil, it may be the last time... [Written by Kurt Busiek / Pencils & Cover by Jay Anacleto]
LIVING IN DARKNESS," PART 1The fight against the "Dark Reign" begins as the duty of chronicling Frank Castle's war journal is passed to new regular team of writer Rick Remender (End League, Fear Agent) and Jerome Opeña (Wolverine, Fear Agent).One man with one bullet, in the right place, at the right time, can change the world. That's why the Punisher is perched atop a building on the Jersey shore with a high-powered Skrull rifle, his crosshairs trained on a target in Midtown Manhattan. But who is his target -- and why? One thing's for sure: They're anything but helpless. Someone is watching their back. Someone big. Enter: The Sentry! [Written by Rick Remender / Penciled by Jerome Opena50/50 Covers by Mike McKone]
The mucky man monster returns to meet the Amazing Spider-Man in a double-sized epic that connects to both Peter Parker's youth and his present-day adventures.In the Florida Everglades, Spider-Man squares off against eight hundred pounds of menace -- the savage, mindless Man-Thing! But after the battle, Spidey finds his own, radiation-altered body chemistry changing radically. To stop his hideoustransformation, he'll have to face his own greatest fear! [Written by Stuart Moore / Pencils by Joe Suitor / Cover by Mico Suayan]
THE THUNDERBOLTS are coming to New York to take down Spider-Man! SPIDEY'S a villain? NORMAN OSBORN'S a hero? What kind of crazy, mixed-up world is this? Next thing you'll tell us is that black is white and white is black...Or maybe that has something to do with VENOM, MISTER NEGATIVE, and the birth of an all-new Spider Villain! Or would that be an all-new Spider-Hero? Spidey's Brand New Day will be changed forever. Collecting AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #568-573. [Written by Dan Slott & Mark Waid / Penciled by John Romita Jr. & Adi Granov / Cover by John Romita J]
Introducing the Marvel Universe in a way you've NEVER experienced before! Welcome to SUPER HERO CITY, a crowded capital of classy crusaders and crafty criminals in a crammed collective, and home of the SUPER HERO SQUAD! Take a stroll down to the Xavier Institute, past the FF's Baxter Building...but don't stray too far, because dastardly DOCTOR DOOM's domain is the next block over...! Collecting the super-popular comics seen EXCLUSIVELY on MARVELKIDS.COM, this issue also includes bios on all of your favorite Super Heroes and Super-Villains! ARE YOU READY TO HERO UP?!!! Covers by MARCELO DiCHIARA & CHRIS SOTOMAYOR sent randomly unless ordered as a set. [Written by Paul Tobin / Art & 50/50 Covers by Marcelo Dichiara & Chris Sotomayor]
A group of X-Men from the future come back in time to try and assassinate the Fantastic Four-attempting to prevent the events of Ultimatum from ever happening. Who are these warriors from the future and what role will they play in the shocking scenario to follow? Also, Who can stop the future X-Men from killing today's Fantastic Four? Who else...the future Fantastic Four! If you think you know who the Black Panther is, you haven't spent enough time in the Ultimate U! What secrets from his past cross into Captain America's origin? What deal did they make that will throw Cap's loyalty to the Ultimates into question? Plus, it's the Ultimate Road Trip of the Year! The HULK and Zarda - a.k.a. Power Princess from the Squadron Supreme - team-up for the most wild cross-country smash-and-grab you can imagine! Then, the relationship between Peter Parker and Mary Jane is one of the most iconic and popular romances in all of comics - and in this very special story that relationship delves into an area never before seen in any Spider-Man comic! Collecting ULTIMATE FANTASTIC FOUR/ULTIMATE X-MEN ANNUAL #1, ULTIMATE X-MEN/ ULTIMATE FANTASTIC FOUR ANNUAL #1, ULTIMATE CAPTAIN AMERICA ANNUAL #1, ULTIMATE HULK ANNUAL #1 and ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN ANNUAL #3.. [Written by Aron Coleite, Joe Pokaski, Jeph Loeb & Brian Michael Bendis / Penciled by Eric Basaldua,]
In 1963 the slow boil of the Marvel super-hero revolution exploded in a full eruption with a slate of new heroic adventurers that redefined comic-book adventure forever. Joining the Fantastic Four, the Amazing Spider-Man, Ant-Man, Hulk, Thor, Iron Man and Dr. Strange came the Avengers and an odd sister book featuring a weird assortment of brand new characters: Cyclops, the Beast, Iceman, the Angel, Marvel Girl, and the mysteriously-named Professor X. They were the X-Men, and little did anyone know that they would come to take the comic book business by storm. Stan Lee and Jack Kirby billed their new creations "The Strangest Super-Heroes of All!" and while their mutant powers were certainly weird, the binding concept of this band of heroes, a group feared, hunted and hated because the of prejudice of their fellow man was pure Marvel relevance, striking at the heart of Civil Rights battles of the time. So join us as we collect in this massive, painstakingly restored, archival volume as we recount the earliest adventures of the world's most-famous super-hero team as they encounter for the very first time their nemesis Magneto, the Brotherhood of Evil Mutants, the Juggernaut, Ka-Zar and the Savage Land, Master Mold and the Sentinels, and many more of Marvel's greatest heroes and villains. Supplemented with a bevy of behind-the-scenes bonus material, critical and historical essays, and original artwork, this volume is a bona fide must-have for each and every X-addict! Collecting THE X-MEN #1-31. [Written by Stan Lee & Roy Thomas / Penciled by Jack Kirby, Jay Gavin, Werner Roth & Jack Sparkling C]
For 28 days of the month, Jack Russell leads a normal life. He's got a beautiful wife and a baby on the way. He's the picture of happiness. On day 29, however, he turns into an uncontrollable, bloodthirsty monster. But as the saying goes, the best-laid plans of wolves and men.... [Written by Duane Swierczynski / Pencils & Cover by Mico Suayan]
A Bowen Designs Sculpt! Tyrone Ty Johnson and Tandy Bowen met as runaways on the streets of New York. Kidnapped by Silvermane and injected with a powerful, experimental drug, their latent mutant abilities were triggered and the became the duo of Cloak and Dagger! This 9 tall mini-bust, sculpted by Walter O'Neal, features the light-emitting Dagger enveloped in the shadowy shroud of Cloak. Painted and ready to display. Scheduled to arrive in January 2009.
A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! In 2007 the Marvel superhero team The Fantastic Four hit theaters in the biggest sequel event of the year: FANTASTIC FOUR: RISE OF THE SILVER SURFER. From that film comes THE THING, the next in the Fine Art Bust line in The Kotobukiya Collection - immaculately detailed cold cast porcelain recreations of your favorite Marvel characters. In 1/6th scale with all of the other Fine Art Busts, the mighty Thing is almost 10" tall. One of the astronauts aboard a fateful mission, Benjamin Grimm was bathed in space radiation that turned him into the orange rocky creature known as Thing. With great strength and durability Thing is a cornerstone of the Fantastic Four, both in the comic books and in the films, played by actor Michael Chiklis. Sculpted by Shinichi Suzuki, Thing leans forward and cracks his knuckles, ready for "clobberin' time." The rocky texture of the hero's skin is intricately detailed as only Kotobukiya can! The Fine Art Bust of Thing features a deluxe marquee-style base with the Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer logo that actually lights up! Furthermore, each bust in this Limited Edition has a hand written serial number on the back of the base. Available in APRIL.
Marvel Comics' armored hero Iron Man took movie audiences by storm in the summer of 2008, and now he can cast his protective gaze over your loose change with the Iron Man Movie 12-Inch Talking Bobble Bank! Standing 12 tall and made of vinyl, this bank accurately replicates the Iron Man armor seen in the film, complete with sound effects taken from the film! Bobble the bank's head, and LED lights in his eyes and chest plate come to life. With his moveable arms, you can position Iron Man however you see fit!
Iron Man stands proudly on this black shirt.
A Bowen Designs Sculpt! Since her debut in 1963's X-Men #1, the powerful telepathic mutant Jean Grey has been one of Marvel Comics' most popular and most enduring characters. This 12 tall statue depicts Jean as she appeared as Marvel Girl in the early issues of X-Men with her green costume, yellow face mask, and yellow go-go boots. Sculpted by Mark Newman, this statue comes painted and ready to display. Scheduled to arrive in January 2009.
Previously an Internet Exclusive! The undead plague ripped through the world of Marvel Zombies, transforming the familiar Marvel heroes into the walking dead and turning the world into a nightmare of the living survivors being preyed upon by the undead superhumans! One of those transformed was the X-Man known as Wolverine, and the Marvel Zombies: Wolverine Bust recreates the mutant in his decayed, undead form! From the rotting muscle sinews to the decayed flesh of his chest, Zombie Wolverine is on the hunt - not for evil, but for brains to consume! Standing 7 tall, Zombie Wolverine is sculpted by William Paquet and comes painted and ready to display. Scheduled to arrive in January 2009.
A Bowen Designs Sculpt! From the days before the dawn of the Marvel Age comes Simon Garth... The Zombie! The Zombie was created in 1953 by Stan Lee and Bill Everett in the short story Zombie!, which was published in Menace #5 (July 1953), an Atlas Comics pre-code horror anthology title. Cursed to wander the Earth as the living dead, Garth is supernaturally strong and able to heal mystically from physical injuries. Virtually mindless, Garth is held by the power of the Amulet of Damballah, and can be controlled by similar amulets. Painted and ready to display. Scheduled to arrive in January 2009.
Petrograd, Russia, at the turn of the twentieth century. Throughout Europe a vampiric menace stalks the streets: Chiropterans, incredibly strong inhuman monsters. A new organization of vampire hunters named Red Shield battles to stop the beasts, but they are outnumbered in the face of the superior might of the creatures. All that stands between the cr
