Trick Or Treat, True Believers! Plus! Spooky stories starring the X-Men & Doctor Doom! Epic thrills and ghastly horror awaits in these all-new twisted tales! Spanning the breadth of the Marvel Universe, through the macabre lens of a murderer's row of writers and artists assembled here, see your favorite heroes and villains as you've never seen them before! Also including the Marvel Comics writing debut of Jay Baruchel (This is the End; Goon)!
Ruben is an unconventional superhero who gets his powers through the consumption of alcohol and illicit drugs. On one fateful day, facing a world-ending threat, Reuben drank so much that he blacked out. He saved the world...but he has no idea how or why. Now, he's in recovery, trying to get sober and piece together not only the events of the night in question, but the broken parts of his life as an alcoholic and an addict. Now back in print from Image Comics, Buzzkill is a critically acclaimed miniseries from the creative team that brought you God Country and The Paybacks, and the writer of Redneck, Babyteeth, Ghost Fleet, and more. Collects Buzzkill #1-4. If you're in recovery, or you're close to someone who is, do yourself a favor and read this. Don't expect catharsis. A hippie Doctor Strange, a psychotic drunk killing machine, a wish that someone be killed to death by bees: all of these things you can expect. You can also expect something pure, and smart, and beautiful. -Alison Berry, Comicosity God, I wish I'd thought of this.-Mark Waid
Eons from home, the barbarian battles the civilization of 2099! In the far flung future of 2099, will barbarism finally triumph over an endangered civilization? When Conan The Barbarian entered the Marvel Universe with the Savage Avengers, he stayed to conquer and claim his kingship in modern times. Now cursed by a mystic to live beyond his years, when Conan's new kingdom is threatened, he swings his blade once more! But as the calamity in 2099 bears down on his secluded realm, will the future shock unseat the barbarian king? An unforgettable chapter unlike anything you've ever seen in the saga of Conan! One-shot.
Conan's quest in the land of the lotus! • Conan's march to Khitai has landed him as the prisoner of the imperial guardbut it will take more than chains to keep a Cimmerian down! As Conan plans his escape, what dreaded beasts lurk in the land of Khitai, and what new dangers will impede his quest to return the Tooth of the Nightstar to its rightful master? The travels of Conan the Barbarian continue with the perfect jumping-on point for new or lapsed readers! Join us as we welcome new series penciler Cory Smith to the Hyborian Age in this epic adventure!
It will take more than chains to keep a Cimmerian down! Conan's march to Khitai has landed him as a prisoner of the imperial guard. He plans his escape, but what dreaded beasts lurk in this strange land - and what new dangers will impede his quest to return the deadly Tooth of the Nightstar to its rightful master? Conan has a new comrade, but is Meiwei everything she seems? Heng the Insurgent and his roving band of thieves hide a dark secret, and Conan must fight for his life against the bandit king's deadly power! Will the barbarian have what it takes to survive the land of Khitai - even if it costs his very soul? Also featuring tales celebrating 300 issues of Conan The Barbarian at Marvel, exploring the past and future of Conan! Collecting Conan The Barbarian (2019) #19-25.
You knew him as the Punisher. Then Frank Castle made a deal with the devil that made him the Ghost Rider. A deal with Galactus made him cosmic. And a deal with Thanos made himâ¦dead?! Not to worry, Castle doesn't die easy. He's back - and he's got a plan to make the universe a better place! It all starts with an idea so simple he can't believe no one's ever done it before. But as with all things worth doing, it's not going to be easy. Castle takes on space sharks, faces down the future Guardians of the Galaxy and runs into Galactus during a bar fight! And don't forgetâ¦baby Thanos?! It's Frankâ¦erâ¦the Punishâ¦umâ¦Cosmic Ghost Rider in the craziest caper you've ever seen! Collecting Cosmic Ghost Rider #1-5.
Journey to the heart of the Deviant City! • Come berserk Lemuria, home of the Deviants, city of a 12 million species. • An Eternal has been murdered by one of their own. • And Sersi's number one suspect isThena?! • Plus, why is Ikaris so interested in the fate of a human boy?
WHO LOSES? • Thanos loses. The Eternals Lose. We all lose. • Never Die. Never Win. • Can that change now?
Southern Bastards meets American Gods in a high-stakes fantasy series that masterfully blends high-octane action and jaw-dropping worldbuilding. In God Country, readers meet Emmett Quinlan, an old widower rattled by dementia. Emmett isn't just a problem for his children-his violent outbursts are more than the local cops can handle. When a tornado levels his home-as well as the surrounding West Texas town-a restored Quinlan rises from the wreckage. An enchanted sword at the eye of the storm gives him more than a sound mind and body, however. He's now the only man who can face these otherworldly creatures the sword has drawn down to the Lone Star State In God Country, salvation is a double-edged sword. So much fun to watch creators find that next level. Go, Cates, go! -BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS Collects God Country #1-6.
• The Universal Church of Truth is ready to raise their new messiah and beckon the cosmos into a new era! • As his body begins to shut down, will Rocket be able to stop them and save the Guardians in his final moments? • Or is this the end of the galaxy as we know it?
Donny Cates' complete Guardians saga in one stellar volume! Hundreds of worlds are at war. More than ever, the galaxy needs the Guardians - but in the aftermath of the Infinity Wars, who is left to answer the call? Thanos is dead, but the search for his successor has just begun. Who will it be? And who are the Dark Guardians? Cosmic chaos commences when the new Guardians take on Thanos' Black Order - but could the Mad Titan be fighting his way back from the grave?! Plus: The Universal Church of Truth returns at the worst possible time - because Rocket Raccoon is dying! He's still got some fight left in him, but his allies are few and the odds are slim. Can Rocket hold on long enough to make a difference? Collecting Guardians of the Galaxy (2019) #1-12 and Guardians of the Galaxy Annual (2019) #1.
The death of Rocket? The Guardians of the Galaxy are taking some well-deserved R&R - but their vacation will soon be cut short when a familiar, radically powerful enemy returns. What does this have to do with everyone's favorite raccoon-like weapons expert? The bad news is Rocket is dying. The good news is he still has some fight left in him! Though with only a few Guardians willing to stand beside himâ¦the odds aren't looking good. As the threat of the Universal Church of Truth looms large over the cosmos, can Rocket hold on long enough to make a difference? Plus: Find out what really happened to Nova, Quasar, Adam Warlock and Darkhawk! And who better to tell their stories than Cosmo the space dog? Collecting Guardians Of The Galaxy (2019) #7-12 and Guardians Of The Galaxy Annual (2019) #1.
'BANNER OF WAR' PART THREE! In the third installment of the epic crossover between the HULK and THOR series, Iron Man interrupts a pivotal moment of Hulk and Thor's battle to settle a score. Equipped with new 'Celestial Hulkbuster' armor of his own design, Tony is convinced that he can ensure Thor's victory and Hulk's capture. But sometimes what you don't know really can hurt you... RATED T+
BANNER OF WAR finale. The time for victory has come! In the final installment of the epic crossover between the HULK and THOR series, Marvel's two heaviest hitters expend their rage on one final, brutal brawl that will answer once and for all which of these heroes is the strongest. But in a fight between gods, monsters and men, what becomes of the victor? The loser? And who really has the authority to decide? Revelations about Hulk's past and choices Thor makes about the future will shake the Marvel Universe to its very core! [(W) Donny Cates (A) Martin Coccolo (CA) Geoff Shaw]
Hulk and Thor have both undergone massive changes recently, but one thing remains constant - their heated rivalry! When mysterious circumstances bring them into conflict once more, will the God of Thunder be able to triumph against a Bruce Banner who can now control his rage? Celebrating the 60th Anniversary of both characters, this epic five-part crossover between the THOR and HULK series starts here in this oversized Alpha issue, brought to you by creators Donny Cates and Martin Coccolo! Key mysteries from both series will be revealed, as well as shocking consequences for the future of both characters! (Continued in Thor #25 and Hulk #7!)
Juggernaut on trial! It's no secret Juggernaut has been on the wrong side of the law in the past but can even justice stop him? Or will he tear down the system?
Knock down, drag out! For once, Juggernaut is worried about something other than himself. It's not easy, it's not what he's used to but D-Cell is counting on him. Try and stop him from helping.
Ready or 'Naut, here he comes! A mystic gem. A force of overwhelming power. Nothing can stop the Juggernaut. Except himself. Another building falls. Cain Marko is done letting others pick up the pieces of the things he's destroyed. Renowned X-scribe Fabian Nicieza (X-Force, Deadpool) and celebrated artist Ron Garney (Captain America, Daredevil) team up to take the unstoppable in a new bold new direction!
In celebration of the legendary imprint founded by Marvel's CCO Joe Quesada, a new crop of talent stands poised to tell a groundbreaking story across the Marvel Universe! In the cemetery, the blind man does not know who he is, or why he has come to this particular grave at this moment. He doesn't know the burly police officer with the wild story who has approached him. Or the strangely intense man who sits in the rear seat of the patrol car, his eyes flashing green. But all of that is about to change. Because Matt Murdock is beginning to remember In a colorless world without heroes, the spark of lightmust come from the dark
In celebration of the legendary imprint founded two decades ago, a new crop of talented creators unveils a groundbreaking story in the hard-hitting Marvel Knights style! In the cemetery, the blind man doesn't know who he is, or why he has come to this particular grave. He doesn't know the burly policeman with the wild story. Or the strangely intense man who sits in the rear seat of the patrol car, his eyes flashing green. But all that is about to change. Matt Murdock is beginning to remember. But only one man can find the answers - a man who once ruled a nation! In a colorless world without heroes, these individuals face a mystery that can only be unraveleda threat that can only be challengedby Knights. Collecting Marvel Knights 20th #1-6.
A high priestess fills a stone starship prison with small, green children. A Haarg helps a small, green girl search for a Worldbreaker. A Worldbreaker grapples with a thousand years of doom. On a world broken again and again by prophecy and catastrophe, which Hulk will finally dare to fight again?
Theta crash-lands on a tundra planet, and her odds of surviving are looking slim! Her only hope is to trek through the wilds to the nearest outpost. But the cold isn't the only thing she has to worry about - as a Predator watches in the shadow, ready to strike!
POWERS OF ESSEX! It's the end of the world as we know it, and at least Sinister feels fine. For now. Can that last? Especially when we discover that he really is his own worst enemy... The universe-melting X-event begins here, in a horror timeline that makes Age of Apocalypse look like the X-Men Swimsuit Special. Join Kieron Gillen (IMMORTAL X-MEN, AXE: JUDGMENT DAY) as he kicks off the X-Men crossover Sinister has been planning since the beginning?and is going to have to see through to the bitter end.
Ask the most powerful beings in the galaxy how they fear the universe will end, and in their most honest moment, they will answer with two words: Thanos wins. Now that disturbing thought becomes a horrific reality! See what happens when the Mad Titan achieves his ultimate victory. Will he cause the cosmos to spiral downward into chaos and deathor will something very different happen? Plus: In the far future, an iconic and unexpected Marvel character has become - the Cosmic Ghost Rider! But following his experiences at the Titan's hands, what are his vengeful plans forbaby Thanos?! Donny Cates explores Thanos' full legacy in a thrill ride that spans all the way from the end of time to the stunning events of Infinity Wars! Collecting Thanos (2016) #13-18 and Annual #1, Cosmic Ghost Rider #1-5 and Thanos Legacy #1.
Ask the most powerful beings in the Marvel Universe how they fear the universe will end, and in their most honest moment, they will answer with two words: Thanos wins. And now, it looks as though that disturbing thought is about to become a horrific reality! See what happens when the Mad Titan gets his way! Thanos journeys to the end of time and his moment of complete victoryand still isn't happy with what he sees. Witness the Mad Titan's greatest glory - and ultimate shame! And no matter what form Thanos' victory takes, is there any way that anyone - or anything - can possibly survive? Featuring the Silver Surfer and introducing the all-new cosmic Spirit of Vengeance, Ghost Rider! Collecting Thanos (2016) #13-18 and Thanos Annual (2018) #1.
BANNER OF WAR part 4. Thor and Hulk's epic rivalry continues in the fourth installment of the characters' 60th Anniversary crossover celebration! Thanks to Odin, Thor now realizes the gravity of Banner's situation - and its connection to that mysterious, violent incident in El Paso. But when Iron Man's interference causes more harm than good, our two rivals face shocking changes that change the stakes of the battle... for good. [(W) Donny Cates (A) Martin Coccolo (CA) Geoff Shaw]
This is it! The face-melting finale to Venom Beyond, by Donny Cates and special guest illustrator Luke Ross! Trapped at the mercy of the dangerous new foe called Codex, Eddie Brock will have to make an impossible choice!
THE SLEEPER WAKES! The Wild Card virus had many different strange effects...but few stranger than those it wrought on Croyd Crenson, the Sleeper. The adaptation of the first book of George R.R. Martin's super-powered alternate history continues, adapting the first appearance of the fan-favorite character created by Roger Zelazny.
MUTANT VS. MUTANT IN MADRIPOOR! What began as simple recon lands PATCH in the midst of a war on multiple fronts! But who is KRASNY BETH, and how does she figure into the plans of both GENERAL COY and DR. MALHEUR? I guess Patch will never know, if she DESTROYS him with her MUTANT POWER!
THE BATTLE HEATS UP IN THE JUNGLES OF MADRIPOOR! PATCH is caught between the KRASNYS, GENERAL COY'S forces, Russian paramilitary forces and S.H.I.E.L.D.! But only one is the Best There Is At What He Doesand what he does isn't very nice! Good thing warfare ain't a nice business... Featuring - a totally surreal visit from JEAN GREY! RATED T+
• There is discourse among the X-CELLENT members! • And as their quest for fame continues, a spot has just opened up on the team. • But will this addition to the group lead them to superstardom? • Let's hope their followers think so.
COLOSSUS AND WOLVERINE JOIN X-FORCE! It's a NEW ERA for X-FORCE, and a new era means new members! Be here as LAURA KINNEY, A.K.A. WOLVERINE, and PIOTR RASPUTIN, A.K.A. COLOSSUS, join the team. Let's just hope one of them isn't harboring a SECRET set to destroy their teammates?!
Extermination Aftermath! A Death in the Family! In the aftermath of Extermination, the X-Men mourn for their fallen brother, Cable. But no one is taking it harder than his adopted daughter, Hope Summers. Will Hope be able to cope with the loss, or will she be led down a dark path that she won't be able to return from? Only Jean Grey can save Hope from herself! Plus, celebrate the life of Nathan Summers with a story from his past by Chris Claremont!
