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Jack Bauer is back, and this time, he's far away from his comfort zone in this all-new one-shot from Beau Smith (Wynonna Earp) and Steve Bryant (Athena Voltaire) It had to be something big to draw not only Jack Bauer out of Los Angeles, but Chloe O'Brian as well. Jack and Chloe find themselves at a remote communications station in Alaska during a huge snow storm, trying to stop a Russian terrorist from Jack's past from bringing down all wireless communications in the U.S. Once there, Jack is teamed up with his Alaskan CTU counterpart who also holds a link to Jack's past. Forty-eight spine-breaking, bone-chilling pages with an ending twist that hits like a .50-caliber sniper bullet. [Beau Smith (W); Steve Bryant (A)]
Steve Niles (w) Ben Templesmith (a & c) The original 30 Days of Night trilogy in one handsome slipcase! Steve Niles and Ben Templesmith's vampiric nightmare has been hailed as one of the scariest blood-sucker tales ever told. Now you can collect all three softcover volumes of 30 Days of Night, Dark Days, and Return to Barrow, complete with a numbered tip-in plate signed by Niles and Templesmith. TPB Full Color. 392 pages. ISBN: 978-1-60010-633-0
The chilling graphic novel by Steve Niles and Ben Templesmith reinvigorated the horror comic genre, and their tale is now headed to the big-screen in a movie directed by David Slade (Hard Candy). This special illustrated screenplay edition offers the complete shooting script for 30 Days of Night, being released to theaters this month! Included with the screenplay are behind-the-scenes production photos, words from the cast and crew, and conceptual film art and storyboards, as well as a special introduction by 30 Days of Night co-creator Steve Niles. [Steve Niles and Stuart Beattie and Brian Nelson (W); Ben Templesmith (C)]
Steve Niles (w) Ben Templesmith (a & c) The vampire tale that put horror back on the map! 30 Days of Night Omnibus collects the original trilogy of stories told about Barrow, Alaska, and its deadly visitors, written by Steve Niles and illustrated by Ben Templesmith. Includes 30 Days of Night, Dark Days and Return To Barrow.
Picking up from the literal ashes of 30 Days of Night, this new printing of the first sequel, 30 Days of Night: Dark Days, follows Stella Olemaun's efforts to warn the world about the threat the vampires pose-the vampires who overran Barrow, Alaska, killing her husband and most of the town. Before the big-screen adaptation hits in October, get the next chapter in the 30 Days of Night story! [Steve Niles (W) Ben Templesmith (A & C)]
1941. Hitler's Operation: Silver Fox has failed, but the war on the Eastern Front drags on as the Russian winter starts to bite. British military attaché Corporal Charlie Keating observes the war from the Soviet side, making sure crucial supplies get through to aid Stalin's front in the battle against the Nazis. With luck, he too will survive to see the end of the war. But something else is out there, and they're not the Nazis. No matter how hard humanity tries to kill itself, something else does it better. 30 Days of Night/Fell co-creator and Wormwood Gentleman Corpse auteur Ben Templesmith goes it alone on this gritty, three-part tale, presenting a war of a different kind, one that will have repercussions felt all the way to Barrow, Alaska a half-century later. [Ben Templesmith (W & A & C)]
1941. Hitler's Operation: Silver Fox has failed, but the war on the Eastern Front drags on as the Russian winter starts to bite. British military attaché Corporal Charlie Keating observes the war from the Soviet side, making sure crucial supplies get through to aid Stalin's front in the battle against the Nazis. With luck, he too will survive to see the end of the war. But something else is out there, and they're not the Nazis. No matter how hard humanity tries to kill itself, something else does it better. 30 Days of Night/Fell co-creator and Wormwood Gentleman Corpse auteur Ben Templesmith's first solo 30 Days tale is collected here, presenting a war of a different kind, one that will have repercussions felt all the way to Barrow, Alaska a half-century later. Also featuring additional story pages, character designs, a cover gallery, and an all-new cover from 2007 Scream Award nominee Templesmith. [Ben Templesmith (W/A/C)]
(W/A) Bryan Talbot Sunderland! Thirteen hundred years ago it was the greatest center of learning in the whole of Christendom and the very cradle of English consciousness. In the time of Lewis Carroll it was the greatest shipbuilding port in the world. To this city that gave the world the electric light bulb, the stars and stripes, the millennium, the Liberty Ships and the greatest British dragon legend came Carroll in the years preceding his most famous book, Alice in Wonderland, and here are buried the roots of his surreal masterpiece. Enter the famous Edwardian palace of varieties, The Sunderland Empire, for a unique experience: an entertaining and epic meditation on myth, history and storytelling then decide for yourself-does Sunderland really exist? [(W) Leo Baxendale & Various (A) Leo Baxendale, Bryan Talbot (CA) Jordan Smith]
The world's greatest rock 'n roll adventure band makes their original graphic novel debut With girl-magnet Biff on guitar and vocals, tough guy Stevo on bass, and four-eyed genius Gabe on drums - not to mention their mythical Mexican wrestler genie, El Campeon - the Amazing Joy Buzzards hop from one fast-paced adventure to the next, living life to the fullest! As their world tour commences, their battle with the nefarious Spider Syndicate gets into full swing with the fate of the world in the balance! [story MARK ANDREW SMITH / Art & cover DAN HIPP]
Introducing a new, ongoing series for ages 16 and up that breathes fresh air into the ancient story of Atlantis! An average boy named Aqua suddenly learns the truth about his origin, including his father's savage murder at the hands of those in fear of his power. He must now begin a journey to take back his father's kingdom from the evil shark king and restore himself as the one, true unifier of the seas. [story MARK ANDREW SMITH / Art & cover PAUL MAYBURY]
The most unlikely traveling companions are back! This Valiant special edition hardcover collects the full Archer & Armstrong origin story from issues #0-6 for the first time ever, digitally recolored and including the all-new story, ""Formation of the Sect,"" detailing how the secret organization came to power, by legendary creator Jim Shooter, illustrators Sal Velluto and Bob Almond, and with an all-new cover by legendary artist Michael Golden! When Archer's preacher parents betray and try to murder him, he goes in search of enlightenment, returning years later seeking revenge as the world's greatest hand-to-hand fighter. However, instead of revenge he finds Armstrong, the centuries-old immortal wanderer who spends his time drinking, fighting and spinning tales of his hedonistic adventures throughout history! When a ruthless cult and its bumbling agents try to enlist Archer to kill Armstrong (the one they believe to be the Devil), the two most unlikely traveling companions turn the tables and team up to face down the threat that could destroy the world! [Jim Shooter, Barry Windsor-Smith & Bob Layton]
The Fame Game! A summer beach movie is being shot in Riverdale and the gang is all participating as extras! Will any of them be discovered as stars in the making? Will Jughead devour the catering before the director calls cut? Can Reggie's head get any bigger once the cameras start rolling? The answers to those burning questions lie within these pages! [(W) George Gladir (A) Stan Goldberg, Bob Smith (CA) Dan DeCarlo]
(W) Michael Uslan (A) Stan Goldberg, Bob Smith The hit storyline - 70 years in the making - collected in one deluxe volume! The eternal love triangle that has been the cornerstone of Archie Comics for almost seven decades is finally untangled in this seven-part story written by Michael Uslan and illustrated by veteran Archie artist Stan Goldberg. The journey begins when Archie finds himself strolling up Memory Lane, and marries the wealthy and cultured Veronica Lodge. Later we see what happens when he strolls down Memory Lane and marries the wholesome, peppy girl next door, Betty Cooper. This pivotal series of seven issues is bound in hardcover, encased in a double-die-cut slipcase, and packaged with a reprint of a classic Archie comic. Featured is all-new material created especially for this edition, including script outtakes, never-before-seen sketches, annotations, vintage covers, and exclusive interviews with the creators.
ARMOR X SC - Description: (W) Keith Champagne (A/C) Andy Smith The classic creator-owned series collected for the first time! Carson Deeds is an emotionally troubled teen with a loaded shotgun beneath his bed and a list of classmates in his aim. When a suit of alien armor falls into Carson's hands, he stumbles across the power to live out every revenge fantasy he's ever dreamed. Or did the armor find him? Completely re-mastered with all-new story, art, and amazing color by Cirque Studios! Plus, a new cover by Andy Smith, with a back cover by Bart Sears.
Never before and rarely seen artwork, outlines, and entire stories from Jeff Smith's Bone are collected in this full-color hardcover volume! Bone is an international publishing sensation with hundreds of thousands of loyal readers and no end in sight to its growing popularity. Now, for the first time anywhere, see the homemade comics, sketches, and grand plans that set this masterpiece of literary fantasy in motion. From there, take a tour through piles of promotional art, holiday cards, and pivotal storytelling moments from the revolutionary self-publishing years, where Bone went from the little comic that could to an industry leader that changed the face of comics. Finally, revel in the wonder of Bone as a complete 1300-page graphic novel, a work for the ages, filled with comedy and tragedy and adventure for generations to come. Jeff Smith's Bone, as published by the Cartoon Books imprint has sold over 42,000 copies in the book market alone! Sales of the Scholastic editions are over 120,000! The Art of Bone is the Holy Grail for any fan of Jeff Smith and his multiple adward-winning creation, an unprecedented peek at the creative process behind one of the most captivating stories in comics by one of the medium's greatest living artists. On sale June 20 [JEFF SMITH (W/A)]
THE BARRY WINDSOR-SMITH CONAN ARCHIVES VOLUME 2 Roy Thomas (W) and Barry Windsor-Smith (A) Full Color. 288 pages HC, 7"" x 10"" Nearly forty years have passed since Barry Windsor-Smith began his historical run on Conan the Barbarian-never had anyone conveyed Conan's gigantic melancholies and great mirth in a more masterful way. Barry Windsor-Smith became the standard by which all other Conan comic-book artists have since been measured. In order to commemorate Barry Windsor-Smith's lasting legacy and honor one of the most influential Conan artists of all time, Dark Horse presents The Barry Windsor-Smith Conan Archives Volume 2. This, the second of two handsome hardcovers, collects the final half of Roy Thomas and Barry Windsor-Smith's collaboration on Conan the Barbarian and includes such classic tales as ""Red Nails"" and ""The Frost-Giant's Daughter""! Featuring the updated colors from Dark Horse's Chronicles line, this book is a can't miss for new and old readers alike! This volume reprints the second half of Barry Windsor-Smith's run on Conan the Barbarian and includes his adaptation of Robert E. Howard's ""Red Nails""! The two Barry Windsor-Smith archives collect all of the historic and influential Conan the Barbarian comics drawn by Barry Windsor-Smith! Conan © 2010 Conan Properties International LLC (""CPI"") CONAN, CONAN THE BARBARIAN, THE SAVAGE SWORD OF CONAN, HYBORIA, and related logos, characters, names, and distinctive likenesses thereof are trademarks or registered trademarks of CPI. All rights reserved.
In 1970, Barry Windsor-Smith burst onto the comic-book scene with his dynamic portrayal of Robert E. Howard's Conan the Barbarian, altering the course of the blue-eyed Cimmerian forever, and cementing himself as one of the greatest artists to touch pencil to paper. Nearly forty years later, Dark Horse Comics, in the tradition of the Dark Horse Archives collections, reprints Barry Windsor-Smith's entire run on Marvel's Conan the Barbarian in two fine hardcover volumes! The first volume of The Barry Windsor-Smith Conan Archives includes such classic tales as Rogues in the House and The Tower of the Elephant, written by Roy Thomas and fully illustrated by Barry Windsor-Smith-now presented as they were intended, remastered using the original color palette! This volume reprints the first half of Barry Windsor-Smith's run on Conan the Barbarian. The Barry Windsor-Smith Conan Archives are the definitive collections of the historic and influential Conan the Barbarian comics drawn by Barry Windsor-Smith!
Practically from out of nowhere, the mysterious masked killer known as Onomatopoeia returns and sets his sights - and sounds - against The Caped Crusader. Cover by Adam Kubert. Also available with a variant cover by Andy Kubert which is only available as part of a set of 26 (25 regular covers 1 variant) and a sketch cover by Andy Kubert which is only available as part of a set of 51 (50 regular covers 1 variant)
[Written by Kevin Smith / Art by Walt J. Flanagan & Sandra Hope / Cover by Adam Kubertvariant Cover ]
Best-selling comic book writer/director Kevin Smith (GREEN ARROW, Daredevil, Clerks) continues his 3-part miniseries event with a bang! It's Batman vs. The Joker vs. Onomatopoeia in one of the craziest Batman adventures you've ever read. Will Batman be able to uncover the relationship between The Joker and Onomatopoeia in time to keep them from destroying Gotham City? Or are these villains too much for The Caped Crusader? A variant cover by Bill Sienkiewicz is available as part of a set of 26 copies (25 regular covers and 1 variant). Also available is a sketch variant cover by Bill Sienkiewicz is available as part of a set of 52 copies (50 regular covers, 1 variant, and 1 sketch variant) [Written by Kevin Smith Pencil Art by Walt J. Flanagan / Cover by Adam Kubert Variant Cover by Bill ]
Covers: Alex Ross Writer: Kevin Smith with Phil Hester Artist: Jonathan Lau Colorist: Ivan Nunes Will Steve Austin's first official mission as The Bionic Man also be his last? After infiltrating the headquarters of his arch enemy, the crazed cyborg Hull, Steve finds himself in the clutches of the bizarre machine man known as Naga. Now Steve stands helpless as Hull's terrifying robot army is unleashed on the wider world. [(W) Kevin Smith, Phil Hester (A) Jonathan Lau (CA) Alex Ross]
We Can Rebuild Him! Steve Austin is back and acclaimed filmmaker Kevin Smith unleashes his high-octane vision in this new series from Dynamite. Smith unleashes The Bionic Man into the 21st century as only he can, with an innovative take on this classic character that will show you The Bionic Man with a whole new set of powers and abilities - not to mention enemies! Kevin Smith is joined by Phil Hester, artist Jonathan Lau, and cover artist/character designer Alex Ross (the team that brought you the new Green Hornet series). This trade paperback collects the entire critically acclaimed 10-issue story, along with a complete cover gallery. [(W) Kevin Smith (A) Jonathan Lau (CA) Alex Ross]
This collection combines two OG Ben Templesmith artistic outings: the stylized tale of Blood-Stained Sword, written by Dan Wickline, as well as the horrific chills of Demon Father John's Pinwheel Blues, written by Amber Benson.
(W/A) Jeff Smith The ultimate guide for every Bone fan, this handbook includes profiles of major and minor characters from the series, a timeline of events, interviews with creator Jeff Smith and colorist Steve Hamaker, a showcase of cover art from the original Bone editions, a behind-the-scenes look at how the Scholastic editions were colorized, and other fun stuff!
(W/A) Jeff Smith After being run out of Boneville, the three Bone cousins, Fone Bone, Phoney Bone and Smiley Bone are separated and lost in a vast uncharted desert. One by one they find their way into a deep forested valley filled with wonderful and terrifying creatures. It will be the longest - but funniest - year of their lives. This special 20th Anniversary hardcover edition of the ""One-Volume"" collection of Jeff Smith's entire Bone series is presented in full-color, and includes an illustrated slipcase.
Follow the adventures of the three Bone cousins - Fone, Phoney, and Smiley - as they strike out from Boneville to find their destiny in the first volume of the series. [Jeff Smith]
In this issue, Fone and Smiley Bone strike out into the wilderness to return a lost rat creature cub to the mountains. It doesn't take long before they run smack into Rock Jaw, ''Master of the Eastern Border,'' an enormous mountain lion with a none-too-friendly disposition. [by Jeff Smith]
Now in full color, follow the adventures of the three Bone cousins - Fone, Phoney, and Smiley - as they strike out from Boneville to find their destiny. Discover the charms of Jeff Smith's Bone with these collections! [Jeff Smith]
In this pivotal book in the epic Bone series, the showdown between The Hooded One and the people o fthe valley begins. As war spreads through the valley, the Bone cousins join Gran'ma Ben and Lucius at Old Man's Cave to make a stand against the rat creatures.
[by Jeff Smith]
In the gripping seventh volume of the epic Bone series, the valley is ravaged by war while the Bone cousins, Gran'ma Ben, and a baby rat creature are on a dangerous trek to Atheia, the old city of the royal family, to bring Princess Thorn to safety. To get there, they must travel through fields of mysterious ghost circles, where reality and the supernatural collide-and one wrong step could drastically change the valley's fate forever. This color edition is available in both hardcover and softcover editions. [Jeff Smith]
In the eighth installment of the epic Bone series, the Bone cousins, Gran'ma Ben, and Thorn finally reach the city of Atheia, where they reunite with old friends and plan to thwart the coming of the Lord of the Locusts. The Pawan army has joined forces with Briar and the rat creatures, and danger increases as Thorn's visions get stronger. Meanwhile, Phoney Bone is convinced Atheia is a city rich in gold, and he is determined to uncover it. Available in hardcover and softcover editions. . [by Jeff Smith]
It's full-fledged war as Briar, the rat creatures, and the Pawan army storm the city of Atheia where the Bone cousins, Thorn, and Gran'ma Ben are up in arms to defend the royal city. When Thorn hears a voice urging her to seek the Crown of Horns, she and Fone Bone embark on another dangerous journey as they race to find the one thing that may save them all! Now available in color for the first time, this breathtaking conclusion to Jeff Smith's epic graphic novel series is available in both softcover and hardcover editions. NOTE: Available only in the United States and Canada. [Jeff Smith]
(W/A) Jeff Smith It's full-fledged war as Briar, the rat creatures, and the Pawan army storm the city of Atheia where the Bone cousins, Thorn, and Gran'ma Ben are up in arms to defend the royal city. When Thorn hears a voice urging her to seek the Crown of Horns, she and Fone Bone embark on another dangerous journey as they race to find the one thing that may save them all.
(W) Tom Sniegoski (A) Jeff Smith Twelve-year-old Tom Elm is just an ordinary turnip farmer from the Valley, but he's always felt destined for something bigger. So when he discovers everyone in his village is asleep and plagued by nightmares, he assembles a band of unlikely heroes. They must fight to preserve the Spark - a divine light born at the core of a vast, dark nothingness called the Nacht. The Nacht is trying to permeate the Waking World with nightmares of the Dreaming, and it's Tom's mission to defeat the Nacht and its most loyal follower, the Constable. If he fails, his family - and everyone - might never wake up again!
The Nacht, the evil dragon that threatens to destroy both the Dreaming and the Waking World, is growing stronger, and 12-year-old Tom Elm is the champion the Dreaming has chosen to defeat it. Along with Roderick the raccoon, Percival Bone and his nephew and niece, Randolf, Lorimar, and the two stupid Rat Creatures, Tom must race to find the missing pieces of the Spark. This leg of the journey introduces him to a trio of scheming bears and takes him into the depths of a dangerous beehive. And, on top of everything else, a traitor might be among them!
by Jeff Smith When a terrifying dragon attacks the small towns of the Northern Valley, a young Princess Rose (known later as Gran'ma Ben) must defeat it. The beast is actually the ancient evil, the Lord of the Locusts, and while Rose faces danger with honor, her elder sister, Princess Briar, follows a more sinister path. An unforgettable story with beautiful, sweeping artwork, this prequel explores the fateful beginnings of the epic BONE saga.
(W/A) Jeff Smith (A) Charles Vess When a terrifying dragon attacks the small towns of the Northern Valley, a young Princess Rose (known later as Gran'ma Ben) must defeat it. The beast is actually the ancient evil, the Lord of the Locusts, and while Rose faces danger with honor, her elder sister, Princess Briar, follows a more sinister path. An unforgettable story with beautiful, sweeping artwork, this prequel explores the fateful beginnings of the epic Bone saga. Available in Hardcover and Softcover editions.
(W/A) Jeff Smith (W) Tom Sniegoski Long before the Bone cousins were ever lost in the uncharted desert on the outskirts of the Valley, Big Johnson Bone, the discoverer of the Rolling Bone River, founded Boneville. But little is known of the mighty explorer's adventures before he started his famous trading post. So when Smiley Bone sits down with a group of young campers to retell the legendary stories of Boneville's origin and its tough, no-nonsense founder, what they hear are tall tales in typical Bone fashion, wild antics complete with rat creatures, dragons, and a snarky little monkey! Available in Hardcover and Softcover editions.
(W) Bram Stoker (A) Ben Templesmith Eisner- and Scream Award-nominated writer/artist Ben Templesmith provides 27 all-new, full-color chapter illustrations for this special presentation of a classic horror novel. Originally published in 1897, Dracula is one of the best-selling and most influential stories of all time.
What is lost in life is found indeath! Aspen Comic's newest original series, BROKEN PIECES, continues! The fight between mortal and monster could very well shatter the pieces of their existence altogether! As Gabriella attempts to regain any semblance of focus after the heart-wrenching loss of her husband following the accident inside their lab, her work within Trinion dutifully presses on. Meanwhile, Trinion director Damon Ludas has his own sights set on putting an end to the unrestrained amalgamation of a man wreaking havoc on his security forces. And Ludas' plan calls for unleashing his own form of pain and punishment upon the monster-the ruthless mercenary known as Harrick, and an ensuing clash that only one can possibly survive! Written and created by Aspen's own Mark Roslan, BROKEN PIECES will keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish! [(W) Mark Roslan (A/CA) Cory Smith]
Jim Smith, co-creator of Ren and Stimpy and The Ripping Friends, presents this 64-page extravaganza featuring the Mighty Chestaclese, a massive barabarian from a long forgotten age. This tome reveals rare sketches, Chestaclese comic pages, storyboards, sexy figure studies, muscle bound barbarians, notorious villains, never-before-seen concept art, and more. Also featured are sketches from Weekend Pussy Hunt, The Ripping Friends, and hilarious celebrity caricatures. [by Jim Smith]
ISSUE SIX: I DREAMT THAT I'd NEVER SLEEP AGAIN Shotgun City's real scumbags are finally exposed, and Johnny Jackson is hell-bent on making sure they get what's coming to them. Trouble is, they're not going out without a fight Is Johnny as doomed as some of his closest allies, or will justice finally prevail? A startling conclusion to one of 2010's wildest books! [Ben Templesmith]
Story BEN McCOOL, Art & Cover BEN TEMPLESMITH Johnny Jackson is a bitter ex-cop working at a deadbeat detective agency, but an escaped fugitive soon thrusts Johnny right back into the thick of the police force and Shotgun City's despicable underworld. Collects CHOKER #1-6
From the pages of the miniseries RED SONJA/CLAW: THE DEVIL'S HANDS comes the solo adventures of the cursed hero! Claw finds himself working as a mercenary when he learns of a dark prophecy that centers around him and his evil appendage...will Claw finally find the answers he seeks? Can he finally become a whole man? [Written By Chuck Dixon Art and Cover By Andy Smith]
CRIMINAL MACABRE OMNIBUS VOL. 01 SC - Full Color. Description: (W) Steve Niles, (A) Ben Templesmith, Kelley Jones, (C) Michelle Madsen & Fiona Staples From Dark Horse Comics. In 2003 Steve Niles, creator of the 30 Days of Night comic series, launched a series of occult detective stories featuring the monstrously hard-boiled Cal McDonald. A pill-popping alcoholic reprobate, Cal is the only line of defense between Los Angeles and a growing horde of zombies, vampires, possessed muscle cars, mad scientists, werewolves, and much more weirdness! This volume collects the first two Criminal Macabre trades, the one-shot story Love Me Tenderloin, and the previously uncollected Criminal Macabre: Supernatural Freak Machine! (750) 392 pages. (6" x 9")
A tragic accident took his sight - but in return, enhanced Matt Murdock's remaining senses far beyond human limits. An accomplished attorney by day, by night Murdock seeks justice outside the law as Daredevil, the Man Without Fear. When Marvel Knights took hold of this classic Marvel Comics character 10 years ago, the fledgling imprint redefined Daredevil for a new generation. In famed filmmaker Kevin Smith's series debut, a scared teenager on the run places her baby in Matt Murdock's hands. She claims her infant is humanity's newborn savior, a true miracle child. Yet an elderly stranger soon confronts Murdock with some shockingly different news about this infant. While Daredevil attempts to separate fact from fiction, the deadly assassin Bullseye enters the fray, determined to capture the baby and leave the hero dead in the process. Fans and critics alike rated Smith's eight-part saga as one of Daredevil's greatest storylines ever - a tale of surprising twists and turns that leaves the Man Without Fear facing the tragic loss of one of his closest friends. Collecting DAREDEVIL #1-8. Also available with a variant cover. [Written by Kevin Smith / Penciled by Joe Quesada / Cover by Joe Quesada]
"BAIT ON THE WIRE" Lost at sea and starving in a world gone to Hell where the living dead are free to feast to their morbid hearts' contents, Captain Jack and his fellow survivors watch salvation sail into view. But hauling themselves on board an abandoned luxury liner for sanctuary fear grips an already bickering crew! Everyone knows rats leave a sinking ship but this one's still floating - So what happened to all of them? It isn't vermin skulking in the shadows that has hooked them like bait on the wire, and deep down in the hull even worse nightmares wait in remorseless grim silence! [Clark Castillo & Mel Smith/Alex Nino & Moose Baumann]
What had started as a fun little fishing trip soon turns into a nightmare of damnation, trapped on a floating prison. The continents have been hit by a zombie outbreak that spread fast, turning humanity into living corpses, leaving those at sea alive to fend for themselves. With provisions running low, hope comes on the horizon in the form of a luxury liner. All they needed to survive would be on the ship, but who among the fishermen will dare to board the liner and discover what's become of its passengers and crew? [(W) Mel Smith, Clark K. Castillo (A/CA) Alex Nino]
John Lyon, a wise-cracking hot shot New York cop has the most kills out of anyone on the force. But one day he takes down the wrong perp, and becomes victim to a terrible curse. Can he convince a sassy psychiatrist he is not crazy, and erase the curse before it is too late? [Dwayne Alexander Smith and Michael Shelfer]
The prequel to the all-new blockbuster sci-fi survival horror game from Electronic Arts! On the distant mining colony of Aegis VII, something strange and alien lurks beneath the surface... a mysterious artifact that brings nothing but trouble to the isolated workforce. As the arrival of the famous planetcracker ship Ishimura fast approaches, security officer Bram Neumann fi nds himself caught between religious fervor, miners slowly going insane, and the machinations of the mining corporation itself as he races to discover the secrets of the Marker... before it destroys them all! Collects DEAD SPACE #1-6. [Story Antony Johnston / Art & Cover Ben Templesmith]
(W) Dean Koontz, Keith Champagne (A) Andy Smith Love makes us do crazy things. Meet Robert Godric, who in a desperate attempt to bring back his wife, Nora, who died of an aggressive brain cancer, invents a way to travel to parallel earths and searches for a living Nora on the infinite number of Earths. Inadvertently, he and his team encounter an alien hivelike race - the Hydra - that is conquering Earth after Earth after Earth. If the Hydra find our version by following Godric back to it, our civilization will not survive the invasion! Created exclusively for comics, Nevermore is a brand-new story from the masterful pen of the New York Times-bestselling author Dean Koontz and Keith Champagne, with gorgeous illustrations by artist Andy Smith.
(W) Dean Koontz, Keith Champagne (A) Andy Smith At what point does one draw a line in the sand? As the threat of the alien race known as The Hydra intensifies, Bobby Godric's cross-time quest pushes both his undying love for his deceased wife Nora, and his relentless determination to bring her back into his life, far past the breaking point of human endurance. Can Team Nevermore save Bobby from destroying himself? Or will Bobby find hope somewhere among the infinite continuum of Earths?
Tony Lee (w) Matthew Dow Smith (a) Tommy Lee Edwards, photo (c) When Worlds Collide: Part 1 of 3-Welcome to Multiworld! A fluctuating rift complex filled with every historical location possible! Be a cowboy! A Roman! A knight! But when a crash-landing Sontaran survey vessel merges the rifts, the Doctor, Amy, and Rory each find themselves in different worlds-and in peril! And where did the Sontarans go?
DOCTOR WHO ANNUAL 2011 - Description: Joshua Hale Fialkov, Dan McDaid, Matthew Dow Smith, Tony Lee (w) Blair Shedd, McDaid, Josh Adams, Ben Templesmith (a) Shedd The Eleventh Doctor materializes in his first Annual! This oversized issue contains three complete stories by an all-star lineup, featuring critically acclaimed Echoes writer Joshua Hale Fialkov & artist Blair Shedd, Doctor Who Magazine writer/artist Dan McDaid, and writer Matthew Dow Smith & artist Josh Adams. Also included is a prelude to the next ongoing series story by series writer Tony Lee and superstar artist Ben Templesmith, continued in Doctor Who #9!
Tony Lee (w) o Matthew Smith (a) o Paul Grist, Smith (c) Following the shocking end of 'Silver Scream,' the Doctor now finds himself on trial for his life by the Shadow Proclamation! To survive, he has to prove his innocence... but the prosecution is Mister Finch from 'School Reunion.' Join us for the first chapter of the four-part 'Fugitive' story arc, with art by Matthew Smith (The Keep). Full Color. 32 pages.
Tony Lee (w) Matthew Smith (a) Paul Grist, Smith (c) In Part 2 of the four-part ""Fugitive"" story arc, the Doctor finds himself confined with three aliens that would like nothing more than seeing him dead! But that's just the beginning of troubles as the Doctor learns that the galaxy is on the verge of all-out war! Full Color. 32 pages.
Tony Lee (w) Matthew Dow Smith (a) Paul Grist, Smith (c) In Part 3 of the four-part ""Fugitive"" story arc, the Doctor has been trapped on an alien world with his old enemies now his allies-and his old allies now trying to kill him! He has only one chance to save his life... and possibly an entire galaxy! Full Color. 32 pages.
Tony Lee (w) Matthew Dow Smith (a) Paul Grist, Smith (c) In the conclusion of the ""Fugitive"" story arc, the cards have been dealt, and Mister Finch and the Krillitane Empire hold the winning hand. Can the Doctor and his unlikely allies still save the universe as we know it? And why are the Judoon spraying white stripes on their armor? Full Color. 32 pages.
1941. Casablanca. Murder. Sound familiar? The Doctor, Amy, and Rory in the setting for the classic film with a little side of the Silurians thrown in of course. [(W) Joshua Hale Fialkov (A) Matthew Dow Smith (CA) Mark Buckingham]
An anomaly in the space-time continuum brings the Doctor to Hollywood during the Roaring Twenties, where he makes new friends and new enemies. But his actions attract the attention of the Shadow Proclamation, which puts him on trial for his life! This book collects the first six issues of the ongoing series, written by Tony Lee (Doctor Who: The Forgotten), with art by Al Davison (The Dreaming) and Matthew Smith (The Keep)
Joshua Hale Fialkov (w) Matthew Dow Smith (a) Mark Buckingham, photo (c) Special four-issue arc by Eisner-nominated writer Joshua Hale Fialkov! 1941. Casablanca. Murder. Sound familiar? It does as well to the Doctor, Amy, and Rory, who revel in being in the setting for the classic film. That is until they uncover a world-domination plot not hatched by Hitler!
Joshua Hale Fialkov (w) Matthew Dow Smith (a) Matthew Dow Smith (c) Special issue by Eisner-nominated writer Joshua Hale Fialkov! With Rory in the custody of the local police, the Doctor searches the deserted and fog-filled city of Casablanca. What he stumbles upon may spell the end for not just two recently reunited lovers, but for all of mankind!
Special arc by Eisner-nominated writer Joshua Hale Fialkov! At the onset of World War II, the Silurians' scheme of world domination has come to light-and they want Amy as their queen! Can the Doctor stop the reptilian aliens and their unwitting Nazi allies? Of course he can. He's the Doctor! [(W) Joshua Hale Fialkov (A/CA) Matthew Dow Smith]
This special arc by Eisner-nominated writer Joshua Hale Fialkov concludes! The Silurian plan is revealed, apocalypse imminent, and with mere minutes to go, can the Doctor and his strange new ally save not just Casablanca but the entire human race?
It's Timelord vs. Timelord in this final issue as The Doctor takes on the Clockwork Droids and the Robots of Death! But, weakened and disorientated, can the Doctor really beat him this time? Or will he need a little help from each of his prior incarnations... and a variety of previous companions including Sarah Jane, Harry, Kamelion and Adric? Ben Templesmith provides a special cover for this concluding issue. [Tony Lee (W) Pia Guerra (A) Ben Templesmith (C)]
Written by ROGER STERN Penciled by PAUL SMITH, BRET BLEVINS & MARK BADGER Covers by BRET BLEVINS & PAUL SMITH Dr. Strange, the Master of the Mystic Arts, starts his day by curing a mystically cursed sword and ends it by overthrowing a dimensional dictator! The Sorcerer Supreme faces threats on cruise ships, military bases and alien planets - seeking?to restore the cosmic balance! And as the origins of the Dark Dimension stand revealed, Strange's true love, Clea,?heads the rebellion against her evil mother, Umar! Featuring the Black Knight and the Beyonder!?Collecting DR. STRANGE (1974) #68-74. 168 pages. /Rated A
NOW INCLUDES THE EPIC X-MEN/ALPHA FLIGHT LIMITED SERIES! The X-Men face off with some of their greatest foes in this all-new edition - including the Juggernaut, Doctor Doom and the Hellfire Club's newest recruits, the Hellions - and team up with the Avengers, Spider-Man, Power Pack and more! Featuring the first appearances of Forge and Nimrod, and a chapter from the legendary SECRET WARS II crossover! Plus: Parts I and II of Claremont and Windsor-Smith's unforgettable epic, Lifedeath. Collects UNCANNY X-MEN #180-198, X-MEN ANNUAL #8 and X-MEN/ALPHA FLIGHT #1-2. [Written By Chris Claremont Penciled By John Romita Jr., Barry Windsor-Smith, Michael Golden, Bret B]
Detective Richard Fell is transferred over the bridge from the big city to Snowtown, a feral district whose police investigations department numbers three and a half people (one detective has no legs). Dumped in this collapsing urban trashzone, Richard Fell is starting all over again. In a place where nothing seems to make any sense, Fell clings to the one thing he knows to be true: Everybody's hiding something. [story WARREN ELLIS / art & cover BEN TEMPLESMITH]
Wayne Osborne (w) Uko Smith (a & c) Picking up where the debut miniseries ended, Wayne Osborne and new artist Uko Smith take FX and the gang on an adventure to the center of the Earth and then beyond. This all-new, standalone graphic novel features classic comics-style superhero action taken to the very edge of imagination.
The Baroness was once part of a respectable, aristocratic family, before leaving them in search of her own destiny. Soon, she would meet the man that changes her path in life forever. Now a deadly COBRA operative, The Baroness seeks this man once more, but perhaps rescue is not her intention
Can Melinda overcome the power of the Egyptian God Osiris, who wants to create eternal darkness for the haunted spirits in need of her gift? Based on the hit CBS television show starring Jennifer Love Hewitt, The Haunted is co-written by Becca Smith of the show's writing staff, and features an introduction from show creator John Gray. [Carrie Smith & Becca Smith (W) Elena Casagrande (A & C)]
(W) Phil & Kaja Foglio (A) Phil Foglio & Laurie E. Smith After escaping from the Airship fortress of Baron Wulfenbach, Agatha meets Master Payne's Circus of Adventure and rescues the traveling players from a mechanical monster. Agatha heads for Mechanicsburg, hoping to learn more about the legendary heroes who are said to have been her family; but pursuit is not far behind, and first she and her new friends must do their best to convince the Baron's hunters that Agatha is dead. Unfortunately, the Baron has minions who are not so easy to fool! This collection reprints issues #11-14 of the Eisner-award nominated gaslamp fantasy series, and includes six pages. of bonus color material!
The great American writer, the great American iconoclast, the great American hedonist - however you choose to view him, Hunter S. Thompson remains the high-water mark for all social commentators worldwide, and a truly fearless champion of individual liberties. This is his story, the story of a troubled kid from Louisville who went on to become an international icon. A story that plumbs the darkest depths of American society and charts the now legendary adventures that birthed Gonzo Journalism, Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas, and a lifestyle beyond imagination. [(W) Will Bingley (A/CA) Anthony Hope-Smith]
This is the one you WILL NOT WANT TO MISS! The stunning final pages of this issue will have fans talking for the rest of the year and beyond! Join writer Kevin Smith, artist Jonathan Lau and a host of talented cover artists (Ross, Cassaday, Segovia and Benitez!) as they unveil the next generation of The Green Hornet, Kato, and the mysterious Black Hornet! Is the Black Hornet friend or foe? Will the original Green Hornet rise up to fight again for justice? Where's Kato been all this time? Who's the mysterious and beautiful Mulan? Find out all of this and more in this very issue! [(w) Kevin Smith (a) Jonathan Lau (ca) Various]
A new chapter in the epic GREEN LANTERN saga begins! Green Lanterns Guy Gardner, Kilowog and Arisia explore the unknown sectors of the galaxy, determined to shine their emerald light in the darkest corners of the uncharted to bring order to the universe. But what is Guy's secret mission for the evil Red Lantern, Atrocitus, that brings him into conflict with Hal Jordan? Collecting the first seven issues of the new hit series!
GUY GARDNER, KILOWOG and ARISIA explore the galaxy, determined to bring order to the universe. Collecting GREEN LANTERN: EMERALD WARRIORS #1-7. [(W) Peter J. Tomasi (A) Fernando Pasarin, Cam Smith (CA) Felipe Massafera]
Chris Ryall (w) Ben Templesmith (a) Templesmith x 2 (c) A grey alien, a lethal robot, a pair of homicidal blobs, and a pair of extra (-special) terrestrials make up the oddest team in this galaxy. And when a rogue agent orders the entire alien program shut down, they just might be the only chance our planet has. If only they weren""t also the biggest threat we""ve ever faced... 2 regular covers will be shipped in a 1-to-1 ratio. Full Color. 32 pages Order 20 copies, get one free Ryall & Templesmith signed edition
Chris Ryall (w) Ben Templesmith (a & c) The truth is out... er, under there? In the remote Nevada desert there sits a dry lakebed called Groom Lake, and under that land resides a secret base that holds all the secrets of the world. Not this world, either. Writer Chris Ryall and artist Ben Templesmith present a tale of abductions and probings, conspiracies and secrets. This collected edition contains a bonus art gallery from Templesmith, a gallery of pinups from other noted comic book artists, and an all-new introduction from Whitley Strieber (Communion). TPB Full Color. 124 pages. ISBN: 978-1-60010-536-4
GUY GARDNER: WARRIOR #32 - A comic published by DC Comics. [Beau Smith]
GUY GARDNER: WARRIOR #34 - A comic published by DC Comics. [Beau Smith]
GUY GARDNER: WARRIOR #40 - A comic published by DC Comics. [Beau Smith]
GUY GARDNER: WARRIOR #41 - A comic published by DC Comics. [Beau Smith]
When some of the world's most amazing magicians start disappearing (and not in a magical way) Frank and Joe Hardy pit themselves against a trio of powerful young masters of illusion! Available in hardcover and softcover editions. [by Lobdell & Smith]
(W) Frank Beddor, Liz Cavalier (A) Ben Templesmith, Sami Makkonen A new edition of Volume 1, complete with bonus chapters! Hatter Madigan's relentless search for the lost Princess of Wonderland unfolds in Volume 1 of the Hatter M graphic novel series as he starts his 13-year quest criss-crossing the globe. Illustrated with the realm-jumping art of Ben Templesmith!
Hatter Madigan's relentless search for the lost Princess of Wonderland unfolds in volume 1 of the Hatter M. graphic novel trilogy. Hatter will embark upon a non-stop quest, crisscrossing the globe for 13 years in search of his lost Princess. Illustrated with the realm jumping art of Ben Templesmith, and based on Frank Beddor's revisionist take on Wonderland! [Frank Beddor, Liz Cavalier & Ben Templesmith]
HELLSPAWN marked the return of Spawn; the guns blazing, take-no-prisoners warrior. This next step in the evolution of Todd McFarlane's hell-born creation featured the creative minds of industry greats BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS, STEVE NILES, ASHLEY WOOD and BEN TEMPLESMITH, who redefined the mythos of the Hellspawn. The HELLSPAWN COMPLETE COLLECTION includes the entire Hellspawn series along with never-before-seen art, a cover gallery HELLSPAWN behind the scenes content in an oversized, hardcover format.
Thomas Fleet (aka The Intreped EscapeGoat) is a world famous escape artist, a star of the stage and screen who performs magic before packed houses the world over. What separates EscapeGoat from other magicians and mediums of the time is that he knows there is real magic in the world, and on occasion it falls to him to stop the supernatural threats confronting humanity. He travels the world, solving the paranormal riddles that plague the towns and cities and visits on his way.
Written by DAVID MICHELINIE & BOB LAYTON Penciled by MARK BRIGHT & BARRY WINDSOR-SMITH Cover by MARK BRIGHT ""How many? How many have drawn blood with my sword?"" Millionaire industrialist Tony Stark is an inventive genius who has dedicated all of his enormous financial and intellectual resources to a single guiding principle: the creation of technology for the betterment of humanity. Stark's greatest creation is a modern-day miracle: a suit of form-fitting, strength-enhancing, steel-mesh armor he dons to become the living symbol of his ideals, the Invincible Iron Man! But when Stark discovers that the same technology he used to create the Iron Man armor - technology so secret he didn't even dare patent it - is now in the hands of several deadly super-villains, he feels responsible for the evil they have done with the high-tech tools he unwittingly provided. In the face of objections from his government, friends, colleagues and fellow super heroes, Stark swears to use the power of Iron Man to bring the evil to an end - and to take back what's his. The Beatle, Stilt Man, the Controller, Stingray, the Mandroids, the Guardsmen and Firepower don't know it yet, but they've got a problem. The world's most powerful force for good isn't playing by the rules anymore. And he's coming for them. Collecting IRON MAN #225-232. 208 pages. /Rated A.
Constantly revamping and improving his suits of armor through the years to meet new adversaries and environmental conditions, Tony Stark is a modern man of science and technology, yet also an Old World man of integrity and discipline. Now, journey into the past and relive comicdom's greatest invention, Iron Man's armors: the Space Armor, the Stealth Armor, the Deep Sea Armor and more! Collecting IRON MAN #47, #142-144, #152-153, #200 and #218. [Written by Roy Thomas, David Michelinie, Bob Layton & Denny O’Neil / Penciled by Barry Windsor-Smith]
(W/A) Jeff Smith There is a lot to do before Little Mouse is ready to go visit the barn. Will he master all the intricacies of getting dressed, from snaps and buttons to Velcro and tail holes? Eisner Award-winning cartoonist Jeff Smith and his determined Little Mouse reveal all the smallest pleasures of this daily task.
F. Paul Wilson (w) Matthew Dow Smith (a & c) The keep had stood empty in the Transylvanian Alps for 500 years. No one knew who built it, or why. But on the eve of WWII, German soldiers move in and awaken something - something hungry - something as merciless as the SS einsatzkommandos accompanying them. Now you can re-live the tale as it was meant to be told (we didn't mention the 1980s movie directly, but) as author F. Paul Wilson adapts his own story in this 2011 edition with new cover by Matthew Dow Smith!
KILL ALL PARENTS is the story of an authoritarian government's secret program to 'save' humankind by eliminating villains: by insuring that every child born with a super power becomes a super hero. Based on the life's work of a brilliant but demented scientist and futurist, the method is effective but fantastically cruel, unnatural, and ultimately deeply flawed. We follow the last of the strong heroes, the remaining brave, who fight for not only their future and the lives of their families, but that of all humankind. [story MARK ANDREW SMITH / Art & cover MARCELO DICHIARA]
The Bermuda Triangle, the Arctic Vortex, Stonehedge, and The Devil's Triangle have always been rumored to be mysterious portals to destinations unknown. Not anymore-they all lead to a scientific 'Dead Letter Department' created by a global group of ancient scientists that didn't worship Gods, they worshiped science. Together they created a massive petri dish in time where they could study everything these portal snares brought them, and then they disappeared. Only, they forgot to turn it off. And now the lab has acquired a nuclear bomb, a development that has a displaced WWI fighter pilot and his astronaut partner racing to stop a pre-Nazi occultist from using the bomb to remake the world in his image. Writer Beau Smith and artist Gary Kwapisz present a rip-roarin' one-shot tale of cowboys, dinosaurs, Indians, Nazis, Zulu Warriors, pirates, cavemen, rebel and Yankee soldiers and even a sea monster, all within 22 action-packed pages!
[Beau Smith (W) Gary Kwapisz (A & C)]
The Human Torch falls into a probability rift and finds himself flung across innumerable alternate realities, including: a world where a heroic Victor Von Doom, a.k.a. Doc Iron, battles against Mr. Devious, Monsterman, The Human Pyre, and The Unstoppable Woman ... a.k.a. The Frightful Four, a world where the Femmetastic Four defends a world completely depopulated of men (then Johnny shows up) and a world where Johnny's arch-nemesis runs the FF ... That's right, SPIDER-MAN! Can The Watcher help Torch get back to his timeline, or will he wander forever through ""The Worlds of What If?"" And a warm welcome to new cover artist PAUL SMITH! [Written by FRED VAN LENTE - Penciled by CORY HAMSCHER - Cover by PAUL SMITH]
And you thought meeting your girlfriend's parents was uncomfortable... The Human Torch invites his new heartthrob Crystal's family over to the Baxter Building for dinner with his family without realizing they're Black Bolt, Medusa, Gorgon, Triton, Karnak and Lockjaw ... The Inhumans! When agents of Maximus The Mad show up to capture them, you can be sure knowing which fork to use will be the least of the FF's problems... [Written by Fred Van Lente / Penciled by Cory Hamscher / Cover by Paul Smith]
The populace of Earth hates and fears the stranded SILVER SURFER. But he falls in with a TV self-help guru who encourages him to win the planet over to his side -- by solving all the world's problems! Wielding the Power Cosmic, the Silver Surfer single-han [Written by Fred Van Lente Penciled by Cory Hamscher Cover by Paul Smith]
All adventure, all action, for all ages! Join Mr. Fantastic, the Invisible Woman, the Human Torch and the Thing for a wild ride of all-new, unforgettable exploits. Featuring the Watcher, alternate-reality versions of Dr. Doom and Spider-Man, and more! Collecting MARVEL ADVENTURES FANTASTIC FOUR #25-28. [Written by FRED VAN LENTE / Penciled by CORY HAMSCHER / Cover by PAUL SMITH]
Earth's Mightiest Heroes assemble once again under the banner of the crème de la crème of comics collections-the Marvel Masterworks. Joined by the titanic talents of John Buscema, Gene Colan, and Barry Windsor-Smith, AVENGERS scribe, Roy Thomas, elevates the intrigue to fever pitch in yet another watershed collection. Featuring Hank Pym's first turn as Yellowjacket, Hawkeye's metamorphosis into Goliath, the wedding of Giant-Man and the Wasp, a solo adventure with the Black Panther, and building to a boil with a battle against the one and only Ultron, we dare to catch your breath while reading this classic collection! And to top it all off, we're including Roy Thomas and Howard Purcell's rare Black Knight tale from the pages of MARVEL SUPER-HEROES! Reserve that copy today, True Believer! Collecting THE AVENGERS #59-68 and MARVEL SUPER-HEROES #17. Also available with a variant cover. [Written by Roy Thomas Penciled by John Buscema, Gene Colan, Barry Windsor-Smith, Sal Buscema and How]
The Man Without Fear faces his greatest threats yet in his fantastic fifth MASTERWORKS adventure! Matt Murdock has done battle with Marveldom's most maddening villains - but when he meets the Jester for the very first time, the rules change forever. Framing DD for murder, the Jester sets all of New York on a manhunt for the Man Without Fear! But there's another menace looking to push the stakes even higher: Starr Saxon, the mastermind who discovers DD's secret identity! Then comes the all-time Stan Lee/Gene Colan classic, ""Brother, Take My Hand!"" - a story that marked the ever-advancing march of super-hero comics into the social issues of the '60s by tackling the tale of a blinded Vietnam vet finding his way Stateside. It's a no-question classic! There's plenty of action, too, as DD jumps inside the ring to rub knuckles with Captain America, teeters over the city with Stilt Man, teams-up with the Black Panther and all the while struggles to rebuild his relationship with the lovely Karen Page. And as if that wasn't enough, we're rounding it out with the Stan and Gene's Not Brand Echh side-splitter, ""Scaredevil, Defeated by the Evil Electrifico!"" Collecting DAREDEVIL #42-53 and NOT BRAND ECHH #4.
[Written by Stan Lee & Roy Thomas / Penciled by Gene Colan & Barry Windsor-Smith / Cover by Gene Cola]
Faith finally discovers what was inside the envelope in the safe, and will do whatever it takes to keep her family away from harm - no matter the cost to herself! Continuing the miniseries event written by famed game writer Rhianna Pratchett and illustrated by Matthew Dow Smith (SUPERNATURAL: ORIGINS) and presenting an adventure further fleshing out this incredible video game world! [Written by Rhianna Pratchett / Art by Matthew Dow Smith / Cover by Niko Henrichon]
Written by Rhianna Pratchett Art by Matthew Dow Smith Cover by Niko Henrichon Faith finds her father, and when the two are finally reunited, he tells her there may be more to her mother's work than she ever knew - perhaps even a clue she left behind especially for Faith. Continuing the miniseries event written by famed game writer Rhianna Pratchett and illustrated by Matthew Dow Smith (SUPERNATURAL: ORIGINS) and presenting an adventure further fleshing out this incredible video game world! Scheduled to arrive March 4 5 of 6 32 pages, Full-Color.
Written by Rhianna Pratchett Art by Matthew Dow Smith Cover by Niko Henrichon In order to save what's left of her family, Faith must break into the headquarters of the city's premier security firm. To add to the difficulty, she must then break out. If she's caught, it could mean the end for everybody. In the finale of the miniseries event written by famed game writer Rhianna Pratchett and illustrated by Matthew Dow Smith (SUPERNATURAL: ORIGINS) we conclude this adventure further fleshing out the incredible video game world! S6 of 6 32 pages. Full Color.
(A) Jeff Smith (A) Eric Nolen-Weathington At the age of nine, Jeff Smith dreamt up a cute, little character he named Fone Bone. More than a decade later, Bone became a smashing success, rocketing Smith to a level few independent cartoonists achieve. Published worldwide and winner of countless awards, Bone could have been a career unto itself, but Jeff Smith didn't rest on his laurels. Modern Masters: Jeff Smith explores his career through an interview with the artist, a discussion of his creative process, and mountains of rare and unseen art, including a huge gallery of commissioned pieces, plus 8 pages of full color work.
Out of the ashes of misfortune will rise the next generation of great adventurers! After their parents are lost on an archeological expedition, four children begin to unlock the secrets of their parents' mysterious lives, discovering a hidden world of mystical artifacts, mythical creatures, and arcane knowledge. Soon they find themselves drawn into a conflict over a great library that has kept two kingdoms at war for centuries, the children must save an enchanted forest, the birthplace of magic itself. Join us as these children become the latest members of the fabled New Brighton Archeological Society, and take their first steps towards their true destiny!
[Story Mark Andrew Smith / Art & Cover Matthew Weldon]
The landmark Nexus/Badger crossover concludes! Horatio, Judah, and the Badger have survived their reentry of the Bowl-Shaped World. As they head from outer rim to inner city, the threat that prompted this journey worsens: the Gravity Well is nearing collapse. The Web's population is evacuating in a panic, hoping to escape the artificialblack hole. By the time this installment of Baron and Rude's celebrated sci-fi series comes to a close, the desperate trio will fight a powerful, fusionkasting tyrant in mortal combat, Kreed the Quatro will be sentenced to death for the Mars massacre, and Horatio will hang up the Nexus mantle once and for all! Collecting issues 47 to 52 of Nexus Vol. Two and issue #1 of the Next Nexus miniseries, wherein we learn what the vengeful Loomis sisters have been up to.
[Mike Baron (W), Steve Rude (P/Cover), and Paul Smith (P)]
BARON WINTERS assembles the granddaughter of DRACULA's greatest foe, a timelost warrior and a parapsychologist to battle an occult evil! Collects NIGHT FORCE #1-14, the 1982 series from the creative team behind Tomb of Dracula. [(W) Marv Wolfman (A) Gene Colan, Bob Smith (CA) Gene Colan, Dick Giordano]
In a land of samurai, one monk challenges the gods. Honor bound to protect his people, the only way Obo-san can save his nation is to rebel against its insane leader. But is even the mighty Weapon of Heaven enough to overthrow centuries of tradition? This edition collects issues #13-18 of the original series. [Ron Marz & Mathew Smith]
(W/A) Felipe Smith They say you cannot choose where and when are born; we are gifted into the worlds are parents are living at the time. Whether a blessing or a curse, as individuals we must make the most of our environments to advance as best possible given the circumstances present. For the cast of Peepo Choo, their places of birth, whether they be the suburbs of Tokyo or the South Side of Chicago, appear to be a curse they cannot escape - until they realize the world is a much smaller place than they thought. Chicago high school student Milton and Tokyo teenage model Reiko are brought together by chance. But in this case fate comes in the form of the underworld! [Felipe Smith]
Eisner-nominated writer/artist Ben Templesmith (Wormwood: Gentleman Corpse, 30 Days of Night) serves up a collection of portraiture featuring all of the United States' Presidents! Take an unprecedented look at the personalities of the men who lead the world's largest democracy through the best and worst of times. [Ben Templesmith (W & A)]
The storm clouds darken over the Middle East as the Spirit of Lenin fights the American military to locate the beautiful and powerful "Pravda." While the Russian Dolls gather strength, the CIA have trouble keeping their super-hero under wraps...but the Americans might have a solution: the revelation of a second super-powered being.
[Written by Peter Milligan / Art and Cover by Cp Smith]
As the clouds of war darken, the secret and tragic "programmes" that spawned the super-humans of both countries are revealed. But can Max's potential be unlocked before war arrives on the doorstep of America? . [Written by Peter Milligan / Art and Cover by C.P. Smith]
Max battles with a second American super-human while the gathering of the Russian Dolls is completed. And with U.S. Military forces overseas facing an unconquerable foe, the President is forced into an incredible decision. Will the world ever be the same? [Written by Peter Milligan / Art and cover by C.P. Smith]
America's retaliation against the enigmatic and powerful Russian Dolls was a complete failure. Now there will be deadly consequences, as it brings the Dolls' war against America to its shores! The end begins! [Written by Peter Milligan / Art and cover by C.P. Smith]
The super-powered Soviet weapons of mass destruction known as the "Russian Dolls" have landed on U.S. soil, bringing their war against democracy to the very core of Western capitalism: Las Vegas. And they're not taking any prisoners, as the blood begins to flow in Sin City! What hope does America have left? [Written by Peter Milligan / Art and Cover by C.P. Smith]
Max's attempt at tackling the Soviet super-humans head-on meets with disastrous results as the Dolls prepare for their next strike on American soil. The chaos of their assault is starting to spread through the country, as a race war in the South is about to ignite. Will the presence of Senator Joe further complicate things? [Written by Peter Milligan / Art and Cover by C.P. Smith]
Senator Joe takes a stand in the growing race war in the South as the Russian super-humans prepare to take their war to Washington, DC. Meanwhile, the U.S. Government has a plan to make Max their powerful, final endgame - but will he undergo it willingly? [Written by Peter Milligan / Art and Cover by C.P. Smith]
The United States is in shambles as a race war in the South is exploding, and the Russian Dolls are cutting a swath of death across America! A conspiracy within the CIA, though, could change the entire face of the conflict...but will Max be a willing sacrificial lamb? [Written by Peter Milligan / Art and cover by C.P. Smith]
The earth-shaking conclusion to the acclaimed miniseries! Can Max unite America and overcome the Russian Dolls once and for all? Is the United State ready for a "new world order" where super-powers reign supreme over conventional weapons? [Written by Peter Milligan / Art and cover by C.P. Smith]
Collecting issues #1-6 of the acclaimed maxiseries! In 1991, the Cold War ended without the two primary players ever facing each other in direct conflict. But now a long-forgotten Soviet weapon is awakened on one of America's many battlegrounds, threatening the global balance of power. Does America have an answer to...The Programme? [Written by Peter Milligan / Art and cover by C.P. Smith]
What happens when the new weapons of mass destruction wield super-powers? That's the question posed in this gritty tale as a long-forgotten weapon from the Cold War resurfaces with destruction on its mind. This volume collects the disturbing finale to the engrossing series!
[Written by Peter Milligan / Art and Cover by C.P. Smith]
Jeff Smith's new adventure series continues - RASL, a stark, sci-fi series about a dimension-jumping art thief, a man unplugged from the world who races through space and time searching for his next big score, and a man and trying to escape his past! In this issue Rasl is pursued across dimensions by an unknown assassin who seems to know all of his secrets. [Jeff Smith]
(W/A) Jeff Smith Rasl's world is closing in around him and the only way to regain control is to leave it! The multi-dimensional art thief returns to the parallel universe where Dylan isn't Dylan, where he makes startling discoveries about his past -and about the nature of reality itself! Rasl and the lizard-faced killer battle it out as the the origins of the science behind Rasl's inter-dimensional engines are revealed. Rasl himself is faced with a choice: surrender his secrets or spend eternity chasing the lizard-faced assassin through parallel worlds trying to save the people he loves.
(W/A) Jeff Smith Time is running out for Rasl, the world""s first inter-dimensional art thief. He must surrender his secrets or spend eternity chasing the lizard-faced killer through parallel worlds trying to save the people he loves. Hunted and confused, Rasl keeps his date with the parallel universe""s version of his ex-lover Maya. And what an evening it is! Contains Mature Content.
(W/A) Jeff Smith Rasl makes his way back to Annie and has a cruel surprise waiting for him, and just when Rasl least expects it, Agent Sal, The Lizard-Faced Man, returns and starts shooting up a crowded bar! Rasl battles to save the patrons and the Multiverse itself!
(W/A) Jeff Smith Something is happening to the world around him - maybe to the Universe itself - and RASL is forced to return to the scene of his earlier crime to investigate. But could it be a trap? RASL #11 begins the countdown to the series' conclusion in RASL #15!
(W/A) Jeff Smith Spurred into action, Rasl sets out to finish what he started.The tension builds as the critically acclaimed adventures of RASL hurls toward its explosive conclusion.
(W/A) Jeff Smith Collected in this new pocket edition is the hard-boiled, sci-fi tale of Jeff Smith's inter-dimensional art thief known only by the strange four letter word found spray-painted at the scene of a crime: RASL. This 6 1/2" x 9" double edition collects the first seven issues of RASL in one heart-pounding book! A compact, affordable, edition of RASL: a sci-fi/noir tale of violence and corruption where murder and passion mix with folklore and cutting-edge physics. [Jeff Smith, Steve Hamaker]
(W/A) Jeff Smith Jeff Smith's fast paced sci-fi thriller about an inter-dimensional art thief continues in this action-packed graphic novel. The secrets of RASL's technology and his hidden past are exposed when a mysterious lizard-faced stranger starts killing the art thief's girlfriends in multiple universes. The stranger knows that RASL used to work for the military-industrial complex on a project codenamed The St. George Array, and believes that RASL has stolen secrets that will unlock the power of the universe. Collects issues #4-7. Mature themes.
From the New York Times best-selling author of Bone comes a hardboiled sci-fi tale about a dimension-jumping art thief - a man unplugged from the world, racing through space and time searching for his next big score and trying to escape his past. Cartoonist Jeff Smith continues the critically acclaimed noir adventures of RASL, as the art thief tries desperately to hold on to anything constant in his fast changing world. [(W/A/CA) Jeff Smith]
(W/A) Jeff Smith From the New York Times best-selling author of Bone comes a hardboiled sci-fi tale about a dimension-jumping art thief - a man unplugged from the world, racing through space and time searching for his next big score and trying to escape his past. Cartoonist Jeff Smith continues the critically acclaimed noir adventures of RASL, as the art thief tries desperately to hold on to anything constant in his fast changing world.
A hard-boiled thriller about an inter-dimensional art thief that stumbles on the lost journals of infamous inventor Nikola Tesla, RASL is gorgeous, creepy, grim, and crammed with action, history, sex, booze, science, and psuedo-science. In the shocking conclusion of the critically acclaimed noir tale from the New York Times best selling author of Bone, the dimension-jumping art thief makes a series of discoveries, all building to a brutal, and primal face off between old rivals - with the fate of all the universes in the balance. [(W/A/CA) Jeff Smith]
Cartoon Books proudly presents Jeff Smith's new adventure series - RASL - a stark, sci-fi series about a dimension-jumping art thief, a man unplugged from the world who races through space and time searching for his next big score - and trying to escape his past. In this first of three graphic novels, Rasl faces an assassin's bullet and stumbles across a mystery that not only threatens to expose his own illicit activities, but could also uncover one of the world's most dangerous and sought after secrets! Contains mature content.
[Jeff Smith]
Robert Bloch (w) o Ben Templesmith (c) Lori discovers a girl in an old high school yearbook that looks just like her. But the yearbook is from before Lori was born. Now, suspected by the police for being involved in a fire that killed her parents, Lori is convinced that her 'twin,' Priscilla, is attempting to take over her mind... From Robert Bloch (Psycho), the master of American horror, Lori is a cerebral and terrifying read. TPB. B&W. 280 pages. 6"" x 9""
Violet's shady spoils are piling up as fast as Robin's girl troubles...and he's dealing with some spoils of his own. His all-nighters are sending his relationship with Zoanne off the rails - literally - and his visions of Stephanie around every corner have to be just that...right? Meanwhile, two of Gotham's finest want to get in on the super-hero racket with Robin's help, when Robin likes it or not! [Written by Chuck Dixon / Art by Chris Batista & Cam Smith / Cover by Tony Daniel]
NEW PRINTING! Collecting the hit comic book mini-series when Bone's Gran'ma Ben was a teenager, and a terrifying dragon laid siege to the small towns of the Northern Valley. It's the conflict that underlies the Bone saga, brought to you by the creators of Bone and Stardust! [by Jeff Smith & Charles Vess]
In the mid 1970s following the colossal success of Conan the Barbarian, Roy Thomas helped expand the universe of Conan to showcase further stories and the talents of some of the comics industry's best with the equally popular Savage Sword of Conan magazine. Now, for the first time in over thirty years, these primal tales, featuring Robert E. Howard's most popular character, are available in this, the first in a series of massive trade paperbacks, collecting all Savage Sword Conan stories beginning with issue one. Included in this volume are tales by Roy Thomas, featuring the breathtaking art of such legends as Barry Windsor-Smith, John Buscema, Alfredo Alcala, Jim Starlin, Al Milgrom, Pablo Marcos, Walter Simonson, and more. But that's not all. Also included in this tome are Conan's few appearances in the title Savage Tales-for the complete Conan collection! Reprinting Savage Sword of Conan for the first time since its original publication. This is the first volume in the series. Launching Dark Horse's black-and-white Dark Horse Presents omnibus format. 500 pages for the value price of 17.95!!! [Roy Thomas (W), Barry Windsor-Smith (A), John Buscema (A) , Alfredo Alcala (A), Pablo Marcos (A), an]
In the mid 1970s a comics magazine was published containing some of the most exciting epic fantasy tales the world has ever known-The Savage Sword of Conan. Based off of the work of renowned author Robert E. Howard, each issue offered multiple thrilling tales of the legendary barbarian. The magazine was also a showcase of comics talent, headed up by Conan aficionado Roy Thomas. Now for the first time ever, these stories are being collected in a series of omnibus-style books, with over five hundred pages of classic sword and sorcery-for the complete Conan collector! Included in this volume are tales featuring the stunning art of such comics luminaries as Barry Windsor-Smith, John Buscema, Alfredo Alcala, Jim Starlin, Al Milgrom, Pablo Marcos, Walter Simonson, and many more. Scheduled to arrive in February. [ROY THOMAS (W), BARRY WINDSOR-SMITH (A), and JOHN BUSCEMA (A)]
THE SAVAGE SWORD OF KULL VOLUME 1 Roy Thomas (W), Bernie Wrightson (A), Howard Chaykin (A), Barry Windsor-Smith (A), and others B&W. 375 pages TPB, 7"" x 10"" In the tradition of the Savage Sword of Conan and Saga of Solomon Kane collections, Dark Horse presents The Savage Sword of Kull, which is the first of a two-volume set that will collect all of the black-and-white Kull material printed by Marvel in the 1970s through the1990s! Howard's characters have always attracted top talent, and the creators assembled in this hefty tome are no different. Industry heavyweights like Roy Thomas, Chuck Dixon, and Gerry Conway Barry Windsor-Smith, Bernie Wrightson, Marie and John Severin, and others to bring you some of the most exciting tales of fantastic battles and political intrigue ever committed to paper! This volume includes stories from Savage Tales #2, The Savage Sword of Conan #2, #3, #9, #23, #34, #42, #43, #55, and #119, Kull and the Barbarians #1, #2, and #3, The Savage Sword of Conan Annual #1, Marvel Preview #19, and Bizarre Adventures #26.
Featuring art from the first issue cover of the hot new 4-issue miniseries SHAZAM!: THE MONSTER SOCIETY OF EVIL by Jeff Smith! Scheduled to arrive November 28, 2007. [Art by Jeff Smith]
Jeff Smith, the award-winning creator of BONE, tells the story of young orphan Billy Batson who finds himself transformed into the World's Mightiest Mortal whenever he says the magic word "Shazam!" after being granted the magical powers of the gods by an ancient wizard. In this hardcover collecting the acclaimed 4-issue miniseries, Billy must use these extraordinary abilities to face an invasion of alien creatures as well as stop mad scientist Dr. Sivana and his Monster Society of Evil from taking over the world! Scheduled to arrive in October. [Written by Jeff Smith / Art and Cover by Smith]
"Remarkable . . . a comic book that can be savored and admired by everyone from kids to the most sophisticated graphic novel devotee." - Entertainment Weekly Jeff Smith, the award-winning creator of BONE, tells the story of young orphan Billy Batson who finds himself transformed into the World's Mightiest Mortal whenever he says the magic word ""Shazam!"" In this new trade paperback edition collecting the cclaimed 4-issue miniseries at DC's standard trim size, Billy must use these extraordinary abilities to face an invasion of alien creatures as well as stop mad scientist Dr. Sivana and his Monster Society of Evil from taking over the world! [Written by Jeff Smith / Art and Cover by Jeff Smith]
SHAZAM!: THE MONSTER SOCIETY OF EVIL #3 - A 48 page comic published by DC Comics. [Written by Jeff Smith / Art and cover by Smith]
Discover the Silent Hill Omnibus, which collects over 400 pages of IDW Silent Hill comic books into one volume. This collection includes Silent Hill: Dying Inside, Silent Hill: Three Bloody Tales, and Silent Hill: Dead/Alive, all written by novelist Scott Ciencin and featuring art by Ben Templesmith (30 Days of Night) and more! [Scott Ciencin (W) Aadi Salman, Nick Stakal, Ben Templesmith, Shaun Thomas (A) Ashley Wood (C)]
Ben Templesmith (w & a & c) Revisit artist Ben Templesmith's (30 Days of Night) first solo creation! Earth is forever changed one dark summer night when tiny alien machines known as nanites drift down from outer space. They transform a normal human into a god-like being known as the Singularity, who drives the remnants of humanity underground and to the brink of extinction. Now Earth's only hope lies in the hands of a rag-tag group of ""specials"" - humans mysteriously immune to the nanites' destructive power. The odds are stacked against them, but will a defector from the other side grant them the edge they need to prevail?
Speed and his friends are back in a rip-roaring original manga that includes thrilling races, a mad scientist, a killer robot, and - the destruction of the Mach 5 itself? It begs the question to be asked: 'Is it the man that makes the machine, or the machine that makes the man?' An original classic Speed Racer tale! [by Dwayne A. Smith & Elmer Damaso]
The mysterious disappearance of an old friend brings Felicia Hardy, the Black Cat, to New York in search of answers - and a certain web-slinging ex-lover of hers is following the same trail. How long will it take before they do some...catching up? Collecting SPIDER-MAN/BLACK CAT: THE EVIL THAT MEN DO #1-6. [Written by KEVIN SMITH, Penciled by TERRY DODSON, Cover by TERRY DODSON]
Ellen Dolan expects to get The Spirit alone on a luxury yacht...but an impossible mystery arises that distracts the Spirit's attention and puts all the passenger's lives in danger! [Written by Sergio Aragones & Mark Evanier / Art and cover by Paul Smith]
Once again the Spirit finds a way to cheat death in Central City in his trademark two-fisted-yet-lighthearted fashion! [Written by Sergio Aragones & Mark Evanier / Art and cover by Paul Smith]
The Spirit swims with the dolphins - but murder follows him even among these peaceful creatures! [Written by Sergio Aragones & Mark Evanier / Art by Paul Smith & Walden Wong / Cover by Paul Smith]
Once again, Denny Colt attempts to take a vacation from the grit and violence of Central City - this time at a dude ranch. But crime follows him there in the form of murder! [Written by Sergio Aragones & Mark Evanier / Art by Paul Smith & Walden Wong / Cover by Paul Rivoche]
Once again, Denny Colt makes a misguided attempt to take a vacation from Central City, but murder follows him to a dude ranch! [Written by Sergio Aragones & Mark Evanier / Art by Aluir Amancio / Cover by Paul Smith]
The Spirit hits Cambodia! Somebody is murdering the former members of an Army platoon, one by one, and the trail leads back to Phnom Penh! A noir murder mystery in the Spirit style! [Written by Sergio Aragonés & Mark Evanier / Art by Chad Hardin & Wayne Faucher / Cover by Paul Smith]
Will Eisner's classic hero continues his modern-day adventures in this new volume collecting THE SPIRIT #14-20! In this volume, The Spirit fights crime on a luxury yacht, a dude ranch and elsewhere! [Written by Sergio Aragones & Mark Evanier / Art by Mike Ploog, Paul Smith & Mark Farmer / Cover by J]
A Monster Among Us! - Stan Lee Comics' MIGHTY 7 continues! HEROES and VILLAINS and LASERS! OH MY! The all-new superhero property from the co-creator of Spider-Man, the X-Men and more, takes a dramatic turn as a frightening new villain finally makes his destructive debut! As our heroes continue to adjust to their new lives on Earth, Stan must adjust to playing host to the unruly band of aliens! Can the greatest comic book creator ever manage to spare the city of L.A from complete chaos?! [(W) Tony Blake & Various (A) Alex Saviuk & Various (CA) Alex Saviuk, Tom Smith]
STORMWATCH: PHD #5 - A 32 page comic published by DC Comics. [Written By Christos Gage Art By Matthew Smith Cover By Doug Mahnk]
Wizard "2007 Writer to Watch" Christos Gage is joined by new interior artist Andy Smith (52, WORLD WAR 3) and cover artist Mike McKone (Teen Titans, Fantastic Four) as a new arc begins - a great jumping-on point for new readers! Following the explosive conclusion to the first arc, Jackson King decides it's time PHD paid their sister unit StormWatch Prime a visit! What can the motley PHD learn from their super-powered, superstar brethren? And don't miss the astounding ending that will leave the reader breathless! [Written by Christos N. Gage Art by Andy Smith Cover by Mike McKone]
A horrible crime has been committed, and a key cast member lies dying. Officer John Doran must find out who's responsible, knowing the assailant either comes from the ranks of StormWatch Prime...or from his own teammates in StormWatch: PHD! Will the investigation tear StormWatch apart from within?
[Written by Christos Gage: Art by Andy Smith: Cover by Mike McKone]
A killer has begun targeting 'retired' Super Heroes, a number of whom are on the StormWatch pension plan. The investigation into these crimes points toward the incredibly powerful Slaughterhouse Smith - is PHD ready to take on such a heavy hitter? [Written by Christos Gage / Art by Andy Smith / Cover by Mike McKone]
After their disastrous confrontation with Slaughterhouse Smith, the PHD team retraces its steps to find the real assassin-what are they missing? And will they be able to stomach the reality of what they'll uncover?
[Written by Christos Gage / Art by Andy Smith / Cover by Mike McKone]
Collecting the first six issues of the hot new series by Christos Gage and Doug Mahnke! Former Weatherman Jackson King has a near impossible mission: develop new methods of superpowered-being apprehension and containment...on a shoestring budget. With a dingy office staffed with second-rate heroes and former villains, does this Post-Human Division stand a chance? Scheduled to arrive July 18. [Written by Christos Gage Cover by Mahnke Art by Doug Mahnke & Matthew Dow Smith]
Collecting issues #5 and 8-12 of the acclaimed series! In this volume, Jackson King takes his motley PHD team to pay StormWatch Prime a visit to see what they can learn from their super-powered, superstar brethren. But when a key cast member is left for dead, the PHD team must discover who is responsible. Will the investigation tear StormWatch apart from within? Scheduled to arrive in March. [Written by Christos Gage Cover by Mike McKone / Art by Andy Smith & Matthew Dow Smith]
This hardcover collection brings together the first two volumes of the New York Times bestselling graphic novel The Stuff of Legend, The Dark and The Jungle, in one beautiful 260-page edition. As Allied forces fight the enemy on Europe's war-torn beaches, another battle begins in a child's bedroom in Brooklyn when the nightmarish Boogeyman snatches a boy and takes him to the realm of the Dark. The child's playthings, led by the toy soldier known as the Colonel, band together to stage a daring rescue. On their perilous mission they will confront the boy's bitter and forgotten toys, as well as betrayal in their own ranks. The Stuff of Legend is a haunting and ultimately redemptive tale of loyalty, camaraderie, and perseverance. [(W) Brian Smith, Mike Raicht (A/CA) Charles Paul Wilson]
Written by Peter Johnson Art by Matthew Dow Smith Cover by Tim Sale This new collection - featuring the six issues of WildStorm's SUPERNATURAL: ORIGINS comic - acts as a prequel to the hit CW television show. Written by series Executive Producer Peter Johnson, it gives readers an incredible never-before-seen look into the mythos of the series! Scheduled to arrive on April 23 144 pages. Full Color. [(W) Peter Johnson (A) Matthew Dow Smith (CA) Tim Sale]
This new collection - featuring the six issues of WildStorm's SUPERNATURAL: ORIGINS comic - acts as a prequel to the hit CW television show. Written by series Executive Producer Peter Johnson, it gives readers an incredible never-before-seen look into the mythos of the series! [Written by Peter Johnson / Art by Matthew Dow Smith / Cover by Tim Sale]
Kate DiCamillo's literary classic about Despereaux Tilling - a mouse in love with music, stories, and a princess named Pea - has enchanted children and adults around the world! Published in 23 languages, with more than 2 million copies in print, and winner of the Newbery Medal, The Tale of Despereaux has now become a much-anticipated animated feature film, with voices from Matthew Broderick, Dustin Hoffman, Emma Watson, Kevin Kline, and Sigourney Weaver. This fresh new format, with all new artwork inspired by the film, is destined to bring the award-winning classic, to an even wider audience and will attract older readers to this popular tale! Available in softcover and hardcover editions. [Matt Smith & David Tilton]
Ben Templesmith collects all the notable art plus a large amount of unpublished ideas, sketches and never-before-seen paintings from his cult classic, semi-regular, off-beat serial Wormwood: Gentleman Corpse. Includes an original Wormwood short story. See the art, read the story, ride the worm. [Ben Templesmith (A & C)]
The Terminators never sleep. They don't need food or water. The heat of the desert gives them no pause. The darkness of night does not halt their deadly gaze. Bullets won't stop them. Their humanity cannot be appealed to-because they have none. Sent from the future, their mission is clear and unrelenting: to erase the lives of any who threaten their future dominance, any who would attempt to deny the rise of the Machine. But that which man has created, man can destroy, and so . . . the war for the future begins today. Dark Horse Comics is the acknowledged leader of adapting film blockbusters to graphic fiction, and The Terminator is one of the premier examples of what can be done with comics to expand an exciting film mythos. Featuring work by fan-favorite creators James Robinson, Jackson Guice, Alan Grant, Steve Pugh, Guy Davis and more. The Sarah Connor Chronicles premieres on January 13 on Fox. [(W) Toren Smith & Various (A) Bill Jaaska & Various (CA) Simon Bisley]
Brian Hibbs, owner of San Francisco's premier comic book store, Comix Experience, has joined with IDW Publishing to produce the second volume of his influential ""Tilting at Windmills"" columns. Containing useful guidelines for new and established retailers who sell comics in this pop culture-hungry world. [Brian Hibbs (W) Ben Templesmith (C)]
ARROW: 100 pages of ALL-NEW fun benefits The Hero Initiative! From the demented mind of writer Dan Wickline (30 DAYS OF NIGHT) comes...the UNUSUAL SUSPECTS! See the imagination of a writer run amok as he rolls out story after hilarious story in a dizzying array of genres with an all-star cast of artists! A whopping 16 short stories include art by such fan-faves as Nat Jones (SPAWN), Ben Templesmith (FELL), Tone Rodriguez (VIOLENT MESSIAHS), Chris Moreno (SIDEKICK), and many more! AND, bounce over to www.HeroInitiative.org/Unusual to download samples of the book AND win great prizes! [(W) Dan Wickline (Art) Ben Templesmith, Tone Rodriguez, Nat Jones, Chris Moreno and More! (Cov) Mike]
After a mysterious disappearance, the mighty Voltron is back! Now the original Voltron pilots - Pidge, Hunk, Lance, Allura and Commander Keith - are training three new cadets: Daniel, Larmina and Vince. Each cadet brings something special to the team, and as they train, the depths of their gifts are revealed. Rating: A [(W) Brian Smith (A/CA) Jacob Chabot]
Games Workshop's worldwide fantasy franchise comes to BOOM! Studios on the heels of the sold-out success of Warhammer 40,000! Featuring a story from best-selling Warhammer novelist Dan Abnett! From the wind-scoured North they've come: The Hor [by Abnett, Edginton, Castillo, & Smith]
The sensational second story-arc of 2006's hit post-apocalypse western starts here! Thrown in the slave compounds and with no ""scavenger man"" to help them, the Providence survivors are in more trouble than ever. But word travels fast in Newbegin, especiall [by Johnston, Mitten, & Templesmith]
As the race for control of the city council gets underway, one Artisian has bigger problems - problems that he hopes a certain ruin runner can help with. And when Michael's generosity leaves him vulnerable, a curious Marcus is only too happy to take advant [Antony Johnston & Chris Mitten; Cover by Ben Templesmith]
Michael and Abi have no time for rest when Marcus' Disciples arrest them, and Golden Voice faces his own interrogation as both sides try to gain the upper hand. But in their struggle for power, they have woken something more powerful than any of them can i [by Johnston, Mitten, &Templesmith]
Michael and Abi have been charged with conspiring against the Lord Founder Marcus - and the penalty is death! They might have sympathizers within Marcus' council of Artisians, but can even that save them from the coming storm? Plus: Find out how Abi and Ja [Johnston, Mitten & Templesmith]
A hundred years after the Big Wet, Earth is broken - a barren and infertile world where the few survivors struggle for survival. When Michael, a scavenger bearing strange gifts, calls at the shanty town of Providence, the effects are devastating. Now the townsfolk must cross the deadly wasteland to Newbegin, a nearby city where the past meets the new status quo. But Newbegin's cruel dictator is busy oppressing anyone not belonging to his church - which includes the Providence survivors. [Johnston, Mitten, & Templesmith]
(W) Antony Johnston (A) Chris Mitten, Carla Speed McNeil, Chuck BB, Joe Infurnari The hit sci-fi western epic continues with a very special collection, featuring all the previously uncollected one-shot issues from the series so far into one trade paperback! Features guest art from Ignatz award winner Carla Speed McNeil (Finder), Eisner Award-winner Chuck BB (Black Metal), Eisner Award-nominee Joe Infurnari (Borrowed Time), and a full-color, double-length story from regular series artist Christopher Mitten! [(W) Antony Johnston (A) Christopher Mitten & Various (CA) Ben Templesmith]
(W) Antony Johnston (A) Christopher Mitten, Remington Veteto (C) Ben Templesmith The hit sci-fi western epic continues! After the Sand-Eater attack, the city of Newbegin is in turmoil as the Sunner rebellion gathers strength and Marcus seems to lose interest in the council. Follow the next six months through the eyes of Jakob, Skot, Yan, Dexus, and Golden Voice, with a chapter dedicated to each point of view in this latest collection of the series that Comics Should Be Good called a masterpiece! [(W) Antony Johnston (A) Christopher Mitten, Remington Veteto (CA) Ben Templesmith]
The politics of the Pack are becoming a problem as the Werewolves continue to pick off what's left of the surviving inmates. Ray and Doctor Ainley are giving as good as they get in a desperate bid to retrieve the master keys to Hoxford. Meanwhile, the Warden makes his move and sides must be taken. Ultimately, the question remains: whose side is Ray on?
[Ben Templesmith (W & A & C)]
Raymond Delgado isn't welcome at all. Rather, he's the newest inmate at the Hoxford Correctional Facility and Mental Institution. He has no hope of release, parole, rehabilitation, or decent conversation. On a good day, he'll tell you he's Zeus and only bite your arm off. Literally. On a bad day, you won't have time to scream to the prison guard for help. And why are people always transferred into Hoxford, but no records show anyone ever transferring back out? [Ben Templesmith (W & A & C)]
story RON MARZ art STJEPAN SEJIC & MATTHEW DOW SMITH cover STJEPAN SEJIC New York City Detective Sara Pezzini is once more in sole control of the powerful, mystical gauntlet known as the Witchblade. She is finally returning to normal, only Sara's version of ""normal"" includes investigating the city's strangest mystical crimes. Included in this volume is a mystery with ""Paper Monsters,"" a solo adventure with Sara's partner and boyfriend Patrick Gleason, and a retelling of Sara's origin story. Written by RON MARZ (ARTIFACTS, MAGDALENA) and with art by STJEPAN SEJIC (ANGELUS) and special guest artist MATTHEW DOW SMITH (Doctor Who). Featuring a complete cover gallery, a behind-the-scenes section and more! Collects WITCHBLADE #140-143, plus the over-sized 15th anniversary issue #144.
Written by CHRIS CLAREMONT Penciled by FRANK MILLER & PAUL SMITH Cover by FRANK MILLER The master of mutants joins the master of ninjas in Wolverine's first solo series - replete with romance, intrigue and mayhem! Our beleaguered berserker's in Japan on a mission of the heart, if he can survive the Hand first! Plus: the introduction of everyone's favorite riotous ronin, Yukio! Collects WOLVERINE #1-4, plus UNCANNY X-MEN #172-173. 144 pages. Rated T.
Written by STUART MOORE Pencils and Cover by C.P. SMITH Variant Cover by DENNIS CALERO The Bowery, 1937. Jim Logan, the fiercest knife expert in New York, runs a seedy detective agency called "LOGAN & LOGAN"...along with his useless, halfwit brother, Dog. They"re the best they are at what they do. But when a swanky dame named Mariko Yashida struts into the office, she opens up a world of hurt for Logan, forcing him to revisit his painful, bloody past. The latest in the Marvel Noir series, WOLVERINE NOIR reunites the acclaimed WOLVERINE team of Stuart Moore (IRON MAN) and C.P. Smith (The Programme). 32 pages. /Parental Advisory .
Written by STUART MOORE Pencils and Cover by C.P. SMITH Variant Cover by DENNIS CALERO New York""s seedy Bowery district, 1937. In the past twenty-four hours, private detective Jim Logan has been jerked around by a dame called Mariko and beaten half to death by a bruiser named Creed. Now he""s ready for payback. But little does he realize that it might just be the secrets of Logan""s violent past that bring him down for good. 32 pages. /Parental Advisory
Written by STUART MOORE Pencils and Cover by C.P. SMITH Variant Cover by DENNIS CALERO New York, 1937. On a dark train platform, in the hellish skid row called the Bowery, Private Eye Jim Logan gets one last chance to crack the case that's been tearing his guts out. But even if he finds his missing partner Dog, Logan's own shattered life may never be the same. 32 pages. Parental Advisory.
Written by STUART MOORE Pencils and Cover by C.P. SMITH Variant Cover by DENNIS CALERO New York City, 1937. Private detective Jim Logan's partner, Dog, is missing...and Logan's determined to find him, even if he has to spread a trail of blood and broken hearts across the Bowery. But chances of finding Dog alive aren't looking good as all signs point to a dangerous gangster called Creed...who might just be too much for one down-and-out P.I. to handle. 32 pages. / Parental Advisory
Written by STUART MOORE Penciled by C.P. SMITH Cover by DENNIS CALERO The Bowery, 1937. Jim Logan, the fiercest knife expert in New York, runs a seedy detective agency called ""LOGAN & LOGAN""...along with his useless, halfwit brother, Dog. They""re the best they are at what they do. But when a swanky dame named Mariko Yashida struts into the office, she opens up a world of hurt for Logan, forcing him to revisit his painful, bloody past. Collecting WOLVERINE NOIR #1-4. 120 pages. /Parental Advisory
Written by STUART MOORE Penciled by C.P. SMITH Cover by DENNIS CALERO Jim Logan - of the Logan & Logan Detective Agency - is the best there is at what he does. And Mariko Yashida knows that. In town on business, a dutiful daughter handling her father's affairs, she needs cover. That, Jim Logan can do. But he""ll soon find out there's not enough money to cover up all the lies. Not with the streets full of jack rollers - especially a new breed trained in the deadly martial arts under the Bowery overlord, Victor Creed. Not with Logan's brother, Dog, missing and presumed dead under horrible conditions. And not with his new client seemingly setting up a good man for something bad. But that's the Bowery for you. A place that offers a man the lowest place on Earth he can sink. Welcome home, Logan. Collecting WOLVERINE NOIR #1-4. 112 pages. /Parental Advisory.
Some of the most pivotal moments in Wolverine's life, and you are there! His first fight with Sabretooth! His transformation into Weapon X, killing machine! His dynamic debut against the Incredible Hulk, and the solo adventures that led him away from the X-Men to mysterious Madripoor! His mentor Ogun, his lover Charlemagne, and more await discovery in these pages! Plus more classic battles against friends and foes alike! Featuring Spider-Man, Hercules, and the Punisher! Collecting MARVEL COMICS PRESENTS #1-10, #72-84; INCREDIBLE HULK #180-182, #340; MARVEL TREASURY EDITION #26; BEST OF MARVEL COMICS HC; WOLVERINE (1982) #1-4, (1988) #1-10; KITTY PRYDE AND WOLVERINE #1-6; SPIDER-MAN VS. WOLVERINE #1; MARVEL AGE ANNUAL #4; PUNISHER WAR JOURNAL #6-7. [Written by Chris Claremont, Barry Windsor-Smith, Len Wein, Peter David, Mary Jo Duffy, James C. Owls]
The feral X-Man fights alone in four standalone stories! In The Package, Logan must escape from an army of savage killers deep in the heart of war-torn Africa - with a baby strapped to his chest! The infant daughter of an overthrown monarch is the only hope for a country's future, and the conquering warlord is determined to see her dead. Can Wolverine get her to the border alive? Or will his greatest failure doom an entire nation? In Better To Give..., a heavily armed suicide cult - clad in elf outfits - has taken hostage a mid-Manhattan department store on Christmas Eve and is threatening to blow the place sky high. Among the shoppers: Logan, who's just itching to sink his (Santa) claws into someone after enduring the Yuletide rush. Should be easy for a damn-near invulnerable force of nature to save the day, right? Think again. All is not as it seems, as a spoiled billionaire's daughter is about to find out, and the true meaning of Christmas will be spelt out...in blood. In The House of Blood and Sorrow, Wolverine lies at the edge of death in a rural Nebraska cornfield after crashing to Earth in the wake of a clash with a giant robot at the edge of the atmosphere, lapsing in and out of a coma as his body desperately tries to heal. And that's when things really get bad. The men who sent the robot to destroy Wolverine have come to finish the job. The townsfolk who witnessed the crash have gathered up a mob to hunt down and destroy the alien that's landed. And Wolverine's fate just might rest in the hands of the strange little girl who first found him in that dark cornfield. A strange little girl with an affinity for taking care of odd creatures - and whose family holds a deep, dark secret hidden from the light of day. And in The Healing, Logan lies gutted in a Northwest forest, surrounded by wolves and clinging onto hope and sanity as his body goes about the complicated work of repairing itself. It's not as easy as you might think. Collecting WOLVERINE #41 and #49, GIANT-SIZE WOLVERINE #1, and X-MEN UNLIMITED #12. [Written by STUART MOORE, ROB WILLIAMS & DAVID LAPHAM - Penciled by C.P. SMITH, LAURENCE CAMPBELL & D]
Written by JASON AARON Penciled by C.P. SMITH Cover by ADAM KUBERT The perfect jumping on point! Wolverine has never had luck with women. They usually die or try to kill him. So what happens when a new woman enters his life? You think you know how this one goes, but this one issue will stop even Wolverine dead in his tracks! This is the place to start reading if you're not already -- with stunning art by C.P. Smith, Jason Aaron is better than ever at what he does. 32 pages. /Rated A
Wolverine's a lot of things to a lot of people, but to one infamous enclave he was nothing but a weapon. And weapons kill people. They found that out well enough. Find out for yourself in this prequel to recent revelations of the murderous mysteries that have mesmerized our favorite mutant! Collecting MARVEL COMICS PRESENTS #72-84. [Written By Barry Windsor-Smith Pencils & Cover By Barry Windsor-Smith]
Written by BARRY WINDSOR-SMITH Penciled by BARRY WINDSOR-SMITH Cover by BARRY WINDSOR-SMITH Wolverine's a lot of things to a lot of people, but to one infamous enclave he was nothing but a weapon. And weapons kill people. They found that out well enough. Find out for yourself in this prequel to recent revelations of the murderous mysteries that have mesmerized our favorite mutant! Collecting MARVEL COMICS PRESENTS #72-84. 136 pages. Rated T.
Ben Templesmith (30 Days of Night, Fell) creates an all-eerie and humorous new series. Things are awakening in the city. Things that have a nasty habit of leaving mutilated bodies in their wake and it all reeks of demons and dark gods up to no good. Owing a favor to his lazy ghost cop buddy Trotsky, Wormwood, the gentleman corpse, and his oddball entourage are brought in to investigate the case (or at least hopefully not stuff it up too much). This collection compiles the first miniseries, the original "Taster" issue, and covers, sketches, pin-ups and other cocktail napkin scribblings from Templesmith. [Ben Templesmith (W/A)]
This second hardcover collection of Eisner Award-nominated artist Ben Templesmith's Wormwood moves beyond the simply bizarre and into the sublime lunacy that is Lephrechaunia as Wormwood and his posse search for the Leprechaun Queen, the only being capable of lifting the terminal curse that our hero has contracted. But if rabid leprechauns and inter-dimensional travel isn't enough to get your head spinning, enter the Squidmen, a terrifying collective of ""gatherers,"" hell bent on ingesting everything they can get their tentacles on! Features a new cover and extras from Templesmith.
This second hardcover collection of Eisner Award-nominated artist Ben Templesmith's Wormwood moves beyond the simply bizarre and into the sublime lunacy that is Lephrechaunia as Wormwood and his posse search for the Leprechaun Queen, the only being capable of lifting the terminal curse that our hero has contracted. But if rabid leprechauns and inter-dimensional travel isn't enough to get your head spinning, enter the Squidmen, a terrifying collective of gatherers, hell bent on ingesting everything they can get their tentacles on! Features a new cover and extras from Templesmith. [(W/A/CA) Ben Templesmith]
Just when Wormwood thought he could finally have that quiet drink without worrying about the world coming to an end, or a friend with a parasitic infection trying to kill him, The Brotherhood of the Calamari decide to crash the party. Since their last meeting, they've tracked him across the thousand million dimensional possibilities of existence-and this time the entire Squideeverse is with them. Wormwood is going to learn the hard way he can't keep running from his problems as his oldest foe now threatens his favorite watering hole, Earth, with absorption into the Calamari group mind. [Ben Templesmith (w & a)]
In 'It Only Hurts When I Pee,' the second collection of Eisner Award-nominated storyteller Ben Templesmith's Wormwood, the tale of the Gentleman Corpse move beyond the simply bizarre (see Wormwood, Vol. 1) into the sublime lunacy of Lephrechaunia. Wormwood and his eclectic posse search for the Leprechaun Queen, the only being capable of lifting the terminal curse that our hero has contracted - but if the rabid leprechauns and dimension travel hasn't already set your head spinning, that'll be taken care of by the Squidmen, a terrifying collective of 'gatherers' hell-bent on ingesting everything they get their tentacles on. Did we mention they've had it out for Wormwood ever since he committed an unspeakable genocide against their species? This collection includes issues #5-7, along with a special one-shot, all written and drawn by Templesmith, whose breakthrough art brought the original 30 Days of Night to unlife. [Ben Templesmith (W, A & C)]
Just when Wormwood thought he could finally have that quiet drink without worrying about the world coming to an end, or a friend with a parasitic infection trying to kill him, The Brotherhood of the Calamari decide to crash the party. Since their last meeting, they've tracked him across the thousand million dimensional possibilities of existence-and this time the entire Squideeverse is with them! Wormwood is going to learn the hard way he can't keep running from his problems as his oldest foe now threatens his favorite watering hole, Earth, with absorption into the Calamari group mind!
At last, a special hardcover edition of Ben Templesmith's (Welcome to Hoxford, 30 Days of Night, Fell) all-eerie and humorous series, Wormwood: Gentleman Corpse. Collecting the original Wormwood story, 'The Taster,' plus the four-issue 'Birds, Bees, Blood & Beer,' in which we discover that things are awakening in the city. Things that have a nasty habit of leaving mutilated bodies in their wake. Also includes additional bonus sketches, art, and original comic pages from Templesmith. [Ben Templesmith (W & A)]
Just when Wormwood thought he could finally have that quiet drink without worrying about the world coming to an end, or a friend with a parasitic infection trying to kill him, The Brotherhood of the Calamari decide to crash the party. Since their last meeting, they've tracked him across the thousand million dimensional possibilities of existence-and this time the entire Squideeverse is with them. Wormwood is going to learn the hard way he can't keep running from his problems as his oldest foe now threatens his favorite watering hole, Earth, with absorption into the Calamari group mind. Complete with additional sketches and doodlings from the twisted mind of Scream Award-nominated writer/artist (and 30 Days of Night co-creator) Ben Templesmith. [Ben Templesmith (w, a, c)]
Written by JEFF PARKER Penciled by ROGER CRUZ, PAUL SMITH & KEVIN NOWLAN Cover by MARKO DJURDJEVIC For millions of years, mankind's place on Earth was unchallenged - until five young people paved the way for a new kind of human! While students at the Xavier School for Gifted Youngsters, Cyclops, Marvel Girl, Angel, Beast and Iceman taught the world what it meant to be X-Men. These are the hidden stories of the team that laid the foundation of a mutant dynasty! Collecting X-MEN: FIRST CLASS (2005) #1, #2, #4, #5 and #7; and material from the X-MEN: FIRST CLASS SPECIAL (2007). 128 pages. /All Ages
Written by CHRIS CLAREMONT Penciled by STEVE SCOTT (#9) & PAUL SMITH (#10) Covers by TOM GRUMMETT X-Men Forever #9 Zombie Variant by TBA ""The Secret History of The Sentinels""-The thrilling conclusion to the X-Men's South American adventure!!! The X-Men take on this newest threat while still reeling from the revelations of the last issue - and the reappearance of the Trask family! PLUS! The funeral of WOLVERINE. The X-Men put to rest their team member and friend. Penciled by Paul Smith and inked by Terry Austin! 32 pages. (each)/Rated A (each)
Written by Chris Claremont Pencils by Andy Smith & Ramon Rosanas Covers by Tom Grummett SERIES FINALE! A PERFECT STORM concludes with a battle royal in the heart of Wakandaand all bets are off! Will your favorite X-Man make it out of the rubble alive? Only X-legend Chris Claremont knows!! It's the mutant super-team vs. Earth's Mightiest Heroes!! 32 pages. /Rated A
Written by CHRIS CLAREMONT Penciled by PAUL SMITH & STEVE SCOTT Cover by TOM GRUMMETT As the X-Men attempt to recoup from brutal recent events, they're tested by an unlikely obstacle. Meanwhile, something big has surfaced in South America-an enemy the battered X-Men will have to face head-on! Kitty, Jean Gray, Beast, Nightcrawler and Rogue join S.H.I.E.L.D. leader Nick Fury on an investigation into mysterious occurrences deep in the jungle. While investigating a familiar enemy, Fury recalls a mission from his past, when he served with an old friend, a Canadian soldier named Logan. Collecting X-MEN FOREVER #6-10. 120 pages. /Rated A.
Written by CHRIS CLAREMONT Penciled by PAUL SMITH & ARTHUR ADAMS Cover by ARTHUR ADAMS Otherworldly wonder at the top of one world and the heart of another! In the Arctic Circle, the X-Men and Alpha Flight find a power that could save the world at the cost of destroying...what? But cost is no object when the power is revealed as a gift from Loki, who doesn't like it when his gifts are returned! When the God of Lies loses his own prize, he decides one bad turn deserves another and sets his magic against the X-Men, only for the New Mutants to take the fall...and rise to Asgard! The X-Men ride to the rescue, but can even the mightiest mutants survive the multiple magics of myth? Collecting X-MEN AND ALPHA FLIGHT #1-2, NEW MUTANTS SPECIAL EDITION and X-MEN ANNUAL #9. 232 pages. /Rated A
For millions of years, mankind's place on Earth was unchallenged - until five young people paved the way for a new kind of human! While students at the Xavier School for Gifted Youngsters, Cyclops, Marvel Girl, Angel, Beast and Iceman taught the world what it meant to be X-Men. These are the hidden stories of the team that laid the foundation of a mutant dynasty! Featuring Sue Storm, the Fantastic Four's Invisible Girl; a trip to Monster Island; and a road trip...Hank and Bobby-style! Plus: From investigating haunted museums to dealing with lovesick dragon men, no mission is off limits for the original mutant heroes. See some of comics' top cartoonists take on Xavier's five! Collecting X-MEN: FIRST CLASS (2007) #1-5 and X-MEN: FIRST CLASS SPECIAL. [Written by JEFF PARKER / Penciled by ROGER CRUZ, KEVIN NOWLAN, PAUL SMITH, MIKE ALLRED, NICK DRAGOTT]
Visionary artist Barry Windsor-Smith takes on the Uncanny X-Men as Storm and Forge find themselves trapped on a primitive paradise world with no hope of escape! Spiral and Lady Deathstrike target Wolverine for death! And Dazzler is hunted by the Marauders, with only the X-Men to save her! Plus: The original X-Men go toe-to-toe against Blastaar, deadly menace from the Negative Zone, in Windsor-Smith first Marvel Masterwork! Collecting UNCANNY X-MEN #53, #186, #198, #205 and #214.
This digitally recolored and remastered Valiant special edition collects the full X-O Manowar origin story from issues #0-6 for the first time ever, and includes an all-new ""The Rise of Lydia"" story by Bob Layton and a new cover by Sean Chen! Aric Dacia is a Visigoth barbarian captured by spider aliens and enslaved aboard their starship until he steals their ultimate weapon - the X-O Manowar armor. Aric returns to Earth only to find that 1600 years have passed. Now, the most primitive man on the planet wields the most technologically advanced weapon in existence! Features explosive artwork by Barry Windsor-Smith and Marvel EIC Joe Quesada and a story by legendary creators Bob Layton and Jim Shooter! [Layton, Shooter, Quesada & Windsor-Smith]
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