Wednesday, July 25, 2001

MARVEL COMICS FOR OCTOBER

Following are Marvel Comics' solicitations for October, with information coming from the company.

MAX COMICS

ALIAS #2

Written by Brian Michael Bendis, art by Michael Gaydos, cover by David Mack.

Following the revelations of the end of last issue, Jessica follows a trail of heartache and murder, leading to help from a reluctant ally -- and another wrenching encounter with Luke Cage, Hero for Hire.

32 pages, $2.99.

U.S. WAR MACHINE #4

Written, art and cover by Chuck Austen.

James Rhodes thought it was all over when he got fired by Tony Stark -- but now Nick Fury and S.H.I.E.L.D. have a whole new job for him: take down A.I.M. But what is A.I.M.'s monstrous plan? And is even the awesome power of America's most advanced mobile weapons unit enough to stop them? Plus: our first look at the all-new, all-scary Darkhawk.

24 pages, black and white, $1.50.

U.S. WAR MACHINE #5

Written, art and cover by Chuck Austen.

The U.S. War Machine team is assembled for the assault on Advanced Idea Mechanics. But because A.I.M. is seen as such a threat, James Rhodes's squad only had two weeks to train. If they hope to survive, it had better be enough.

24 pages, black and white, $1.50.

FURY #2

Written by Garth Ennis, art by Darick Robertson and Jimmy Palmiotti, cover by Bill Sienkiewicz.

H.Y.D.R.A. agent Rudi Gagarin has taken over a Third World island with the intent of starting World War Three. He's about to get what he wants -- in spades.

32 pages, $2.99.

U.S. WAR MACHINE #6

Written, art and cover by Chuck Austen.

The U.S. War Machine troop slams into the A.I.M. facility like a runaway freight train, But with members of the group at each other's throats, will James Rhodes have to abort their very first mission?

24 pages, black and white, $1.50.

U.S. WAR MACHINE #7

Written, art and cover by Chuck Austen.

Surrounded by hundreds of A.I.M. soldiers, the U.S. War Machine troop struggles to complete their mission -- or at least escape intact. But what deadly development jeopardizes the entire troop? And is James Rhodes up to the task of leadership -- or will everything crumble around him?

24 pages, black and white, $1.50.

U.S. WAR MACHINE #8

Written, art and cover by Chuck Austen.

What is Nick Fury's ace-in-the-hole to defeat A.I.M.? And can the U.S. War Machine troop trust Fury's secret weapon -- or does the weapon itself have its own agenda?

24 pages, black and white, $1.50.

X-MEN TITLES

EXILES #5

Written by Judd Winick, art by Jim Calafiore, cover by Mike McKone and Mark McKenna.

Deep in the Canadian outback waits a destructive force, a gamma-spawned destructive force called the Hulk. Can the Exiles save an entire nation from the green goliath's rampage? And will even the super team known as Alpha Flight be able to help?

32 pages, $2.25.

ORIGIN #2

Written by Paul Jenkins, art by Andy Kubert, cover by Joe Quesada.

A mysterious tale set in the early 1900's that reveals the answers to some of Marvel Comics' most asked questions: Who was the man named Logan? When did he acquire his powers? Who was his family?

32 pages, $3.50.

ICEMAN #1

Written by Dan Abnett and Andy Lanning, art by Karl Kerschl, cover by Steve Uy.

Bobby Drake is the jovial prankster of the X-Men, a young man who always keeps his cool -- except when it comes to ex-girlfriends. Contacted by a long lost love, Iceman travels to the other side of the world to lend a hand -- but will he get burned by his former flame? What insane scheme awaits Bobby in Hong Kong and will the frozen funny man get scorched in the land of the rising sun?

32 pages, $2.99.

UNCANNY X-MEN #399

Written by Joe Casey, art by Tom Raney and Scott Hanna, cover by Raney.

What is the X-Ranch? The X-Men descend into the badlands of Nevada to uncover the strangest mutant mystery of all! Can they find this so-called X-Ranch before the relentless Church of Humanity does? And who will they find there that will soon be an important addition to their lineup?

32 pages, $2.25.

CABLE #98

Written by David Tischman, art and cover by Igor Kordey.

A techno-organic flare-up leaves Cable at the mercy of the Shining Path and their sexy leader. Meanwhile, a military man asks for more money, a young boy may hold the future of the Askani movement, and a late-night raid by government forces forces the terrorists to fight in their pajamas. Hey, it's just another day down in the jungles of Peru.

32 pages, $2.25.

CYCLOPS #3

Written by Brian K. Vaughan, art and cover by Mark Texeira and Jimmy Palmiotti.

Scott Summers: a one-eyed man in the kingdom of the blind. Cyclops finds himself lost beneath the Savage Land, struggling against a terrifying new foe. Who are the inhabitants of the caves and how did they get there? What could possibly be waiting for the X-Men's leader in the darkness, and how long can he possibly survive on his own -- and without his sight? And will he be able to save the inhabitants of the caves or will he be forced to save himself?

32 pages, $2.50.

X-TREME X-MEN #6

Written by Chris Claremont, art and cover by Salvador Larroca.

Gambit: wanted for murder! The sexy scoundrel and Rogue have been captured by the gang known as the Chinese Triad, who believe he's killed their "Godfather." What will befall these lethal lovers at the hands of the deadly Examiner? And what role will Red Lotus -- the grandson of the Triad crimelord and one of the most formidable martial artists the X-Men have ever faced -- play in their ultimate fate? Meanwhile, Sage stands alone against the true orchestrator of these events -- a figure from the mutants' collective past with a special and lasting hatred for all things X.

32 pages, $2.99.

NEW X-MEN #119

Written by Grant Morrison, art by Ethan Van Sciver, cover by Frank Quitely.

The wild conclusion to "Germ Free Generation." A new force has entered the human/mutant arena: the Black Kross Elite -- fanatics who have changed themselves into wondrous forms, using the genetic material of their victims! And now they want the new Angel's wings.

32 pages, $2.25.

ROGUE #3

Written by Fiona Avery, art by Aaron Lopresti and Randy Emberlin, painted cover by Julie Bell.

Believing that her mutant powers will never be harnessed for good, Rogue has left the Xavier School. But little does she know that a fellow student is following her! But before Rogue can be persuaded to return home, our confused hero is put in a situation in which the lives of hundreds depend on her performing a horrifying act.

32 pages, $2.50.

ULTIMATE MARVEL MAGAZINE #11

By various.

Ultimate X-Men #10 (by Mark Millar and Adam Kubert), Ultimate Spider-Man #11 (by Brian Michael Bendis and Mark Bagley) and Ultimate Marvel Team-Up #6 (by Bendis and Bill Sienkiewicz) are reprinted in this full-color magazine.

80 pages, $3.99.

ULTIMATE X-MEN #11

Written by Mark Millar, art by Adam Kubert and Art Thibert, cover by Kubert.

The X-Men have been fully integrated into the Weapon X Program -- and are at the center of a conspiracy that could plunge the planet into World War III. What is Colonel John Wraith's insane plan -- and why is Professor Charles Xavier the key to it? Meanwhile, the only X-Man who remains free -- the wild card known as Wolverine -- finds an ally in the soldier known as Nick Fury.

32 pages, 2.25.

DEADPOOL: AGENT OF WEAPON X #3

Written by Frank Tieri, art by Georges Jeanty and Jon Holdredge, cover by Barry Windsor-Smith.

Deadpool's simple life as a hired gun is put to the test again as he's forced to hunt down and kill⤆ someone whose identity we're keeping a secret! We can't tell you who it is, but we will say that it's someone who will test the limits of Deadpool's loyalty to the Weapon X program. Now Wade finds himself stuck between a rock and a lot of automatic weapon.

32 pages, 2.25.

X-TREME X-MEN: SAVAGE LAND #2

Written by Chris Claremont, art and cover by Kevin Sharpe.

Okay, so the X-Treme team has rescued a plane full of refugees -- but will they get them killed in their run to freedom? With the roof of their escape tunnel collapsing all around them, how can they find a safe haven for their refugees in the Savage Land? Especially when the city they choose for their home is under siege by a marauding band of intelligent Velociraptors and T-Rexes? And even if they don't get crushed or eaten, they're also being stalked by an old enemy that they know nothing about -- but who has very special and cruel designs for each and every member of the team.

32 pages, $2.99.

THE BROTHERHOOD #6

Written by X, art by Leonardo Manco and Jimmy Palmiotti, cover by Glenn Fabry.

Transcript of an Interpol emergency line tape: "My name is Tanya. I am a mutant and a soldier of the Brotherhood. This is a message for Malcolm Reeves, the man who I once thought of as my father. Daddy, you lied to me. Lied about everything. About who I am, about who you are... about my mother! The world is full of too many lies ... too many liars! Today a cell of the Brotherhood lashed out at the liars. Many were killed -- men, women, and even children of the lie. Unfortunate, but this is what the lies beget. The revolution has begun. We will meet again, daddy. And then the lies will end. Long live the Brotherhood. Long live the revolution!"

32 pages, $2.25.

ORIGIN #3

Written by Paul Jenkins, art by Andy Kubert, cover by Joe Quesada.

Wolverine's tale takes on an added dimension as new details are revealed about the mysterious man named Logan. What new secrets will be revealed in this issue? Everyone is going to be talking about the revelations made in this amazing series -- and this issue's secret could be the one to top them all.

32 pages, $3.50.

WOLVERINE #169

Written by Frank Tieri, art by Dan Fraga and Norm Rapmund, cover by J.H. Williams III.

Wolverine continues his adventure in Madripoor in the concluding chapter of "Bloodsport." Logan -- once again going under the alias of "Patch" -- is visited by a foe he hasn't seen in years. But can he save Viper from certain death at the hands of his old adversary? Or will his arranged marriage end in death?

32 pages, 2.25.

X-FORCE #121

Written by Peter Milligan, art and cover by Mike Allred.

A new story arc. To the victor, the spoils -- and to the X-Force, well, double the spoils. After another hard-fought day at the office, the team enjoys some well earned R&R, partying hard, upping the ante on old feuds, and squeezing every dollar's worth out of their fame. Plus: Introducing Lacuna, a mutant who plays by a completely different set of spatio-temporal rules, whose effect on the team is uncanny.

32 pages, 2.25.

X-MEN UNLIMITED #33

By various, cover by Michael Kaluta.

Six totally unscrupulously evil, slime-infested tales (that are just plain wrong and may leave you feeling a wee bit ill), starring X-villains. Take a wild ride with Sabretooth. Tackle The Blob. Get cozy at The Hellfire Club. Daydream with Mastermind. Vacation with Magneto. And last but certainly not least -- get fixed up with a Sentinel. Creators include Steven Grant, Esteban Maroto, Quique Alcatena, Walter Taborda, Mike Collins, Buddy Scalera, Will Pfeifer and Sean Phillips.

48 pages, $2.99.

MARVEL KNIGHTS TITLES

DAREDEVIL #26

Written by Brian Michael Bendis, art and cover by Alex Maleev.

What happens inside Matt Murdock when he pulls on the crimson mask? And when the human bomb named Nitro attacks, is the Man without Fear also the Man without Mercy? Plus: who is Mr. Silk -- and what does his appearance mean for the Kingpin?

32 pages, $2.99.

DAREDEVIL: YELLOW #5

Written by Jeph Loeb, art and cover by Tim Sale.

Daredevil, New York's newest and most exciting hero, is riding on a wave of fame and good fortune. If only that were true for his alter-ego, Matt Murdock. Things heat up between Matt, Karen Page and Foggy Nelson as this series nears the end. All this -- and a fight to the finish with the ominous Owl.

32 pages, $3.50.

MARVEL KNIGHTS MAGAZINE #7

Reprinting The Punisher #7 (by Garth Ennis and Steve Dillon), Inhuman #4 (by Paul Jenkins & Jae Lee), and Daredevil #7.

80 pages, $3.99.

MARVEL KNIGHTS DOUBLE-SHOT #1

Written by Garth Ennis and Rob Haynes, art by Joe Quesada and Haynes.

Celebrating Marvel Knights' 4th huge year with a new series that spotlights the imprint's most popular characters and creators. In "Roots," by Garth Ennis and Joe Quesada, Frank Castle demonstrates why good oral hygiene is so important. Then Rob Haynes writes and draws a DD tale that sees a midnight mission for the Kingpin turn into a bad-luck encounter with Daredevil for one extremely unlucky thug.

32 pages, $2.99.

PUNISHER #5

Written by Garth Ennis, art by Steve Dillon and Jimmy Palmiott, cover by Tim Bradstreet.

From his base on Grand Nixon Island, General Kriegkopf prepares to nuke Brussels - and who can blame him? Now it's up to the Punisher to defeat Kriegkopf's private army, stop the bombing and -- most importantly -- do something about that big Russian guy in the dress! In his own twisted way, Frank Castle may actually perform a useful service to society, but that's of secondary importance as the events on Grand Nixon reach their logical conclusion: complete and total carnage.

32 pages, $2.99.

ELEKTRA #4

Written by Brian Michael Bendis, art by Chuck Austne, cover by Greg Horn.

More all-out international action with Marvel's sexiest assassin. It's war in Iraq over the mysterious artifact known as the Scorpio Key. And Elektra's right in the middle of it, battling for her life against a surprise enemy. Plus: the espionage agency known as S.H.I.E.L.D. has a new secret -- and it may cost Nick Fury his life.

32 pages, $2.99.

GHOST RIDER: THE HAMMER LANE #5

Written by Devin Grayson, art and cover by Trent Kaniuga and Danny Miki.

On the run from the hired killer Gunmetal Gray, time's running out for Johnny Blaze. Barely one step ahead of the mean mother biker who's been paid to end his life, Johnny finally comes face-to-face with the barrel of Gray's shotgun. So how will this lethal encounter reveal the truth of what Ghost Rider has really meant in his life?

32 pages, $2.99.

FANTASTIC FOUR: 1234 #4

Written by Grant Morrison, art and cover by Jae Lee.

The quintessential FF story comes to a shocking conclusion. The Fantastic Four's greatest enemies have defeated the Thing's brawn, the Torch's fire, and the Invisible Woman's guile -- but they haven't beaten Mister Fantastic yet. Red-hot creative team Grant Morrison and Jae Lee turn the spotlight on Reed Richards -- and stretch him to new lengths.

32 pages, $2.99.

SPIDER-MAN TITLES

ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN #14

Written by Brian Michael Bendis, art by Mark Bagley and Art Thibert, cover by Bagley.

Get ready for the Ultimate version of Doctor Octopus. He's been in a coma for months thanks to the accident that gave birth to the Green Goblin. But now, possessing monstrous mechanical arms and plenty of attitude, Dr. Otto Octavius lives.

32 pages, $2.25.

SPIDER-GIRL #39

Written by Tom DeFalco, art by Pat Olliffe and Al Williamson, cover by Olliffe.

In the wake of last issue's startling bombshell about her mother, Spider-Girl struggles to get her personal life together while her father, Peter Parker, begins to uncover the secret of the new Spider-Man -- with the help of a former Spider-Woman. Plus: The new Green Goblin takes on Crazy Eight and Funny Face.

32 pages, 2.25.

AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #36

Written by J. Michael Starczynski, art by John Romita Jr. and Scott Hanna, cover by Kaare Andrews.

The most dreaded "what-if?" question asked by fans for decades will finally become a reality. This is the Big One for Peter Parker. The one that will have readers talking for the next year.

32 pages, $2.25.

PETER PARKER, SPIDER-MAN #36

Written by Paul Jenkins, art by Mark Buckingham and Wayne Faucher, cover by Humberto Ramos.

A piece of recovered webbing, a chart plotting movement, and a stack of police profiles all serve as valuable tools for a particularly resourceful Private Eye tracking down a most elusive quarry: Spider-Man.

32 pages, $2.255.

ULTIMATE MARVEL TEAM-UP #9

Written by Brian Michael Bendis, art and cover by Jim Mahfood.

It all starts with a field trip to the world famous Baxter Building, the high-tech headquarters of the fabulous Fantastic Four. Yep, it's just another day in the life of young Peter Parker -- until he accidentally unleashes a Skrull invasion. Now it's up to the inexperienced Spider-Man to cram those awful aliens back into the Negative Zone portal! Hey, perhaps Mr. Fantastic, the Human Torch, Invisible Woman, and the Thing can lend a hand. This incredible issue also features a look at the offices of Marvel Comics in the Ultimate world.

32 pages, $2.25.

SPIDER-MAN'S TANGLED WEB: GENTLEMEN'S AGREEMENT

Written by Bruce Jones, art by Lee Weeks and Joe Rubenstein, cover by Weeks.

In the years that Charlie Clemmens has steered his cab through the city's shadowed streets, he's seen a lot of strange things. But it's what Charlie sees on this rainy, moonlit evening that changes his life forever. See, Charlie knows something a lot of folks would love to know -- a big secret about a certain red-and-blue phantom -- and this knowledge just might save his life.

32 pages, $2.99.

MARVEL HEROES TITLES

MUTANT X #1

Written by Howard Chaykin and David Tischman, art by Lee Ferguson and Jon Holdredge.

Journey to a brand new world where genetic experiments have created a brand new race of human beings. How did they come to exist? Who is responsible for their creation? What dark secret will be revealed to those who wish to find it out? It's not revealed in the TV show, but it's revealed here. Plus: this first double-sized issue includes special behind-the-scenes bonus material from the set of the TV show.

48 pages, $2.99.

BLOODSTONE #1

Written by Dan Abnett and Andy Lanning, art by Michael Lopez and Scott Hanna, cover by Lopez.

Growing up was tough for Elsa Bloodstone. Her mom was a nerdy archeologist, she was constantly moving from place to place searching for the next ancient wonder, and she never knew anything about her fatherâ¤| until today. What do you do when you discover that your dad was the legendary monster hunter, Ulysses Bloodstone - and that he died doing what he loved best? You take up the mantle and kick some major monster butt -- without your mom finding out, of course. Character design help by Alex Ross.

32 pages, $2.99.

NIGHTSIDE #1

Written by Robert Weinberg, art and cover by Tom Derenick.

Her name is Sydney Taine, and by trade, she is a detective. But her investigations -- and her clients -- are far more dangerous than those of an ordinary private eye's. Her work takes her into the darkest corners of society -- to those places and beings that most people don't even know exist. Into the Nightside. She moves in a world of warring factions of supernatural creatures that call themselves "The Others." They appear to be human, but behind the facade lie thirsts, passions, and powers far beyond any normal human's. For you see, they've lived among us since before recorded history. Joining her is her partner Key "Ape" Largo, whose incredible intellect and heart are hidden in a massive body. Together, they stand between us and the forces of darkness that are concealed under the shade of night. Said Weinberg: "Sydney Taine is a woman who walks the narrow path dividing good from evil, the gray line that separates the daytime from the nightside. She's a detective and she knows a lot of secrets concerning the living and the undead. But no one knows very much at all about Sydney other than that she solves crimes that ordinary crime solvers can't. The Others avoid the police and politicians at all cost. Taine is one of the few humans they trust, and some of them wonder about her. A few elders speculate behind locked doors that perhaps Taine is yet a third lifeform, a race called the Players. Could all life on Earth, both Humans and Others, be mere pawns in a vast game for unknown stakes played by a select few like Sydney Taine? When asked, Taine laughs and walks away. But she never answers."

32 pages, $2.99.

100 GREATEST MARVELS #1

Marvel is counting down the 100 best Marvel Comics ever, reprinting the Top 25 based on readers votes. Marvel is publishing five mega-sized mags that will each contain four stories, presenting picks #25 through #6. This issue contains choices #25-22.

112 pages, $7.50.

AVENGERS: CELESTIAL QUEST #2

Written by Steve Englehart, art by Jorge Santamaria and Scott Hanna.

Whole once more, Mantis -- and her Avengers allies -- must take to the stars to prevent Thanos from locating and eliminating the long-hidden Celestial Messiah.

32 pages, $2.99.

FANTASTIC FOUR #48

Written by Carlos Pacheco, Rafael Marin and Jeph Loeb, art by Jeff Johnson and Joe Weems, cover by Pacheco and Jesus Merino.

The Abraxas Saga continues, even as the goliath introduced in Fantastic Four 2001 hunts the FF through the Multiverse. Last issue the Fantastic Four was sent on a quest through the Multiverse to find elements of the Ultimate Nullifier. In issue #48, the sci-fi extravaganza continues to build as the FF struggle to defeat a villain on a par with Galactus.

32 pages, 2.25.

THOR #42

Written by Dan Jurgens, art by Scott Immonen and Scott Koblish, cover by Tom Raney.

What tragic event has shaken Asgard to its very foundation? Why may Midgard be without an immortal defender? And will we have to change the title of this comic book? Readers will find out when you pick up Thor #40 -- and then see how the repercussions thunder right here.

32 pages, $2.25

100 GREATEST MARVELS #2

Reprinting choices #21-#18.

112 pages, $7.50.

BLACK PANTHER #37

Written by Christopher Priest, art by Sal Velluto and Bob Almond, cover by Velluto.

"The Once And Future King" concludes with great tragedy but even greater triumph! Forced out of his self-imposed isolation, T'Challa once again journeys to America and takes up the mantle of the Black Panther! But can the aging, grief-stricken king prevail against a collection of his deadliest villains, led by possibly the greatest threat he's ever faced?

32 pages, 2.25.

DEFENDERS #10

Written by Kurt Busiek and Erik Larsen, art by Larsen and Sal Buscema, cover by Larsen.

The Hulk, Dr. Strange, the Silver Surfer, and the Sub-Mariner return to a world enslaved by the horrific Headmen and the Unconquerable Orrgo! And wait'll you see what the freaky foes do to all the people who were mean to them in high school.

32 pages, $2.25.

IRON MAN #47

Written by Frank Tieri, art by Keron Grant and Rob Stull, cover by Ian Churchill. "The Frankenstein Syndrome" continues, as Iron Man is labeled a heretic -- and targeted for death. As the pressure mounts, and the Armored Avenger is forced to do battle with acolytes of the Church of Yinsen -- each clad in a duplicate of his sentient armor. Plus: revealing the true architect behind Iron Man's armor gaining life.

32 pages, $2.25.

100 GREATEST MARVELS #3

Reprinting choices #17-#14.

112 pages, $7.50.

CAPTAIN AMERICA #48

Written by Dan Jurgens, art and cover by Jurgens and Bob Layton.

"America Lost" reaches a chilling conclusion as the identity of the deceased hero that hinted at is revealed. But first, see if the Heli-carrier is finally snatched back from the Red Skull. Will Cap succeed, or will he fail when confronted with a hate-crazed Sub-Mariner? Dan Jurgens wraps up his run with guest-stars galore.

32 pages, $2.25.

CAPTAIN MARVEL #24

Written by Peter David, art and cover by Chriscross and Anibal Rodriguez.

It's "Take Your Son To Work Day" in the Negative Zone -- and Blastaar has his offspring, Blistaar, along when he goes toe-to-toe with Captain Marvel. Meanwhile, Genis desperately tries to find a rare radiation which may be the only thing that can cure Rick.

32 pages, $2.50.

FANTASTIC FOUR: THE WORLD'S GREATEST COMIC MAGAZINE #11

By various.

The FF's fortieth-anniversary special rockets towards its conclusion! Did the Fantastic Four survive last issue's bout with the Asgardians? Is this the World's Greatest Funeral Magazine? No way! Gearing up for the big finale Marvel presents Planet Doom -- and the return of the Cosmic Cube-wielding dictator of Latveria.

32 pages, $2.99.

INCREDIBLE HULK #33

Written by Christopher Priest, art by Jon Bogdanove, cover by J.H. Williams III and Mick Gray.

Special guest star Queen Divine Justice (from Black Panther) renews her acquaintance with the green goliath. But in trying to halt the Hulk's destructive rampage across Wakanda, she'll create an even more perilous situation for the world. Plus: Three more complete stories. First, an attempt to eliminate the Hulk using time travel backfires tragically on Bruce Banner (from Incredible Hulk #204 by Len Wein and Herb Trimpe), then the challenge of the Crypto-Man leads to the death of the one the Hulk loves most (from Incredible Hulk #205 by Len Wein and Sal Buscema), and finally the gray Hulk encounters a creature that calls into question the true nature of what makes one a monster (from Incredible Hulk #335 by Peter David and John Higgins).

100 pages, $3.50.

MARVEL MASTER PRINTS #2

Measuring 6.5 inches by 10 inches, each card will be laminated on both sides. This new set includes: Origin #1 by Joe Quesada, Nick Fury by Jim Steranko, The Witches by Mike Deodato, Ghost Rider by Trent Kaniuga, Rogue by Julie Bell, Wolverine vs. Sabretooth by J.H. Williams III, Elektra by Bruce Timm, Ultimate Storm by Lienil Yu, Ultimate Spider-Man by Quesada, and a shot of Black Widow.

$1.50 each.

THOR: GODSTORM #2

Written by Kurt Busiek, art by Steve Rude and Mike Royer, cover by Rude.

The millennium-spanning legends of Thor continue. As the trolls wage war on Asgard, Thor is trapped on Earth between the machinations of Loki and a raging super-villain empowered by the legendary Godstorm. And, in the present day, the threat of the Godstorm is reborn.

32 pages, $3.50.

THUNDERBOLTS #57

Written by Fabian Nicieza, art and cover by Patrick Zircher and Al Vey.

Graviton strides triumphant across the world -- and there are none left to oppose him. That is, unless Citizen V can convince the pardoned Thunderbolts to jeopardize everything they worked to achieve, and enter the fray. But if they do, the cost will prove higher than they imagine.

32 pages, 2.25.

100 GREATEST MARVELS #4

Reprinting choices #13-#10/

136 pages, $7.50.

PARADISE X: THE HERALDS #1

Written by Alex Ross and Jim Krueger, art by Steve Pugh, cover by Ross.

The final chapter of the Earth X trilogy begins with the prelude to Paradise X. To deliver a desperate warning to the Multiverse, the living computer known as X-51 forms a team of champions selected from different realities. Behold the Heralds: Wolverine, resurrected from the Days of Future Past; Deathlok, the Machine Man; Killraven, the Warrior of The Worlds; Bloodstorm, the vampire from Mutant X; Iron Man 2020, the corrupt nephew of Tony Stark; Hyperion, the last living member of the Squadron Supreme; and Spider-Girl, the daughter of Spider-Man. But will this warning come too late? Or not soon enough? What will be the fate of this wild alternate future?

32 pages, $3.50.

100 GREATEST MARVELS #5

Reprinting choices #9-#6.

128 pages, $7.50.

AVENGERS #47

Written by Kurt Busiek, art by Manuel Garcia and Bob Layton, cover by Kieron Dwyer.

"The Kang Dynasty" continues. In the midst of global war, at the heart of the siege on the Master of the World's stronghold, it's a romantic interlude between Warbird and the Scarlet Centurion -- possibly the one man she hates most.

32 pages, $2.25. STARTLING STORIES: BANNER #4 Written by Brian Azzarello, art and cover by Richard Corben. What's one life when balanced against thousands? That's the question that Doc Sampson must answer now that he's got his old friend Bruce Banner down for the count. Who will be the ultimate casualty of war in the escalating battle between Sampson and his own monstrous alter ego? 32 pages, $2.99.