Wednesday, February 19, 2003
MARVEL COMICS FOR MAY
Following are Marvel Comics' solicitations for May, with information coming from the company.
TSNAUMI TITLES
NEW MUTANTS #1
Written by Nunzio DeFilippis and Christina Weir, penciled by Keron Grant, cover by Josh Middleton.
The original New Mutants return. But what happens when these ìnewî mutants find out Prof. Xavier's up-and-coming students think of them as the "Old Mutants"? Former students become the teachers as the old guard is asked back and teach and train the next generation of X-Men.
32 pages, $2.50, in stores on May 21.
INHUMANS #1
Written by Sean McKeever, art by Matthew Clark, cover by J.H. Williams.
"Lunar," Part 1. They're just ordinary exchange students from a far-off land, here to learn about our culture - except their home is a mysterious city on the moon; they each possess fabulous, exotic abilities and appearances; and their homeland is a realm governed by strict adherence to genetic law. The next generation of Inhumans star in this atmospheric new ensemble drama.
32 pages, $2.50, in stores on May 28.
THE CREW #1
Written by Priest, penciled by Joe Bennett, inked by Danny Miki, cover by J.H. Williams.
The events of the Truth limited series rock the Marvel Universe of today. In the worst neighborhood in the worst section of New York, Jim Rhodes, the one-time War Machine, will need more than his wits to achieve justice on the street. He'll need the Crew.
32 pages, $2.50, in stores on May 21.
VENOM #2
Written by Daniel Way, penciled by Francisco Herrera, cover by Sam Kieth.
"Shiver," Part 2. What do you do if you found a room full of dead bodies? More importantly, what would you do if you were face to face with the thing that caused that carnage?
32 pages, $2.25, in stores on May 28.
RUNAWAYS #2
Written by Brian K. Vaughan, penciled by Adrian Alphona, cover by Jo Chen.
Having discovered that their parents are all secretly super-powered villains, six young friends decide they must band together and take a stand against them. But how do you deal with finding out that people you love most in the world may be truly evil? The emotional stakes are raised and the tables are turned in the second issue of this new ongoing series.
32 pages, $2.50, in stores on May 21.
MYSTIQUE #2
Written by Brian K. Vaughan, art by Jorge Lucas, cover by Joseph Michael Linsner.
"Dead Drop Gorgeous," part 2 of 6. The mutant chameleon Mystique is captured and sentenced to death for her terrorist crimes. When a shocking figure from her past offers her the chance at a new life, will she accept or choose to escape on her own?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on May 28.
HUMAN TORCH #2
Written by Karl Kesel, art and cover by Skottie Young.
"Burn," part 2. Johnny Storm's biggest mistake comes back to haunt him.
32 pages, $2.50, in stores on May 14.
SENTINEL #2
Written by Sean McKeever, art and cover by Udon.
"Salvage," part 2. Boy meets robot -- but will he survive the encounter?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on May 7.
WOLVERINE: SNIKT! #1
Written, art and cover by Tsutomu Nihei.
From Tsutomu Nihei comes a new, fast-paced, high-octane limited series. Alone in a barren wasteland inhabited by robotic, parasitic organisms, the X-Menís most lethal member devolves further and further into his true, savage, berserker state with each battle. The key to Logan maintaining a link to his humanity may lie with a mysterious young girl.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on May 7.
X-MEN TITLES
WOLVERINE #1
Written by Greg Rucka, art by Darick Robertson, cover by Esad Ribic.
Marvel's most popular mutant gets a stunning new direction in this special relaunched ongoing series by the fan-favorite creative team of Greg Rucka and Darick Robertson.
32 pages, $2.25, in stores on May 7.
WOLVERINE/DOOP #1
Written by Peter Milligan, art and cover by Darwyn Cooke.
The team-up to end all team ups!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on May 7.
UNCANNY X-MEN #423
Written by Chuck Austen, penciled by Ron Garney, inked by Mark Morales, cover by Phillip Tan.
"Holy War" Parts 1 (of 2). Just five days after the opening of X2, here's the perfect jumping on point for X-Men fans old and new. A 25-cent issue that kicks off a brand new story arc starring X2's Nightcrawler. The X-Men team leader faces his inner demons as he discovers a dark secret about his past! And will it lead to the death of some of those closest to the X-Men? Guest-starring Cyclops, Jean Grey, and Jubilee.
32 pages, 25 cents, in stores on May 7.
UNCANNY X-MEN #424
Written by Chuck Austen, penciled by Ron Garney, inked by Mark Morales, cover by Phillip Tan.
"Holy War" Parts 2 (of 2). Nightcrawler's secret past continues to be unveiled as this special story arc concludes.
32 pages, $2.25, in stores on May 21.
X-TREME X-MEN #25-26
Written by Chris Claremont, art and covers by Salvador Larroca.
"God Loves, Man Kills" Parts 1 & 2 (of 4). Chris Claremont writes the sequel to his classic graphic novel God Loves, Man Kills, the basis for the upcoming movie, X2. It's the return of Stryker -- but will the X-Men be against him or forced to fight by his side? Plus: Guest starring Shadowcat - Kitty Pryde and Wolverine.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on May 7 and May 28.
NEW X-MEN #141
Written by Grant Morrison, penciled by Phil Jimenez, inked by Andy Lanning, cover by Jimenez.
"Murder at the Mansion" Concludes. Bishop and Sage find the murderer. But what will his or her identity mean to the Xavier Institute?
32 pages, $2.25, in stores on May 21.
ULTIMATE X-MEN #33
Written by Mark Millar, penciled by Adam Kubert, inked by Danny Miki, cover by Kubert.
All questions are answered and all fates determined in the final chapter of "The Return of the King."
32 pages, $2.25, in stores on May 14.
EXILES #26-27
Written by Chuck Austen, penciled by Clayton Henry, inked by Mark Morales, covers by Randy Green.
"Hard Choices" Parts 1 & 2. Is this the return of Magik? Guest writer Chuck Austen and new monthly artist Clayton Henry join the Exiles as they are forced to recover from the loss of one teammate and deal with the arrival of a new one. All this, and the team's newest mission may mean murder.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on May7 and May 21.
X-MEN UNLIMITED #47
Stories by Adam Warren and Rick Mays, John Layman and Dan Norton, cover by Josh Middleton.
The Return of Psylocke. A blast from the past as the X-Men's sexy psychic ninja flies solo. Written by Adam Warren with art by Rick Mays. The second story features an eye-popping Cyclops tale by John Layman and Dan Norton.
32 pages, $2.50, in stores on May 14.
X-MEN UNLIMITED #48
Stories by Chuck Austen and ChrisCross, Bruce Jones and Richard Isanove, cover by Paolo Rivera.
Mystique returns, but defying all expectations! Just what is the sultry shape-changer doing in the employ of Nick Fury and S.H.I.E.L.D.? Find out in this globetrotting adventure by Chuck Austen and Chris Cross! And in a fully painted story by Richard Isanove, Bruce Jones takes us back to the Savage Land where Wolverine and Shanna the She-Devil duke it out in a madcap misunderstanding.
32 pages, $2.50, in stores on May 28.
X-MEN: PHOENIX #1
Written, art and cover by Ryan Kinnaird.
"Legacy of Fire," Part 1. Fantasy comes to the Marvel Mangaverse. Sisters Jena and Madelyne Pyre give new meaning to the term "sibling rivalry", never agreeing or cooperating on anything. But when the mysterious Sword of Limbo is stolen by a rival family, can Jena & Maddy put their differences aside to reclaim the family heirloom? Artist Ryan Kinnaird uniquely blends line art and 3-D CGI backgrounds to the sexiest Mangaverse adventure yet, in the tradition of In the tradition of Final Fantasy.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on May 14
X-MEN: RONIN #5
Written by J. Torres, art by Makoto Nakatsuka, cover by Tommy Ohtsuka.
It's Akira meets Evangelion in the conclusion to the limited series.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on May 21.
AGENT X #11
Written by Evan Dorkin, art and cover by Juan Bobillo and Marcelo Sosa.
Agent X teams up with his target to defend the honor of a few hot girls, and laughter ensues. This thought-provoking tale explores laughter, fights, and witty dialogue by acclaimed award-winner Evan Dorkin.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on May 28.
SOLDIER X #11
Written by Karl Bollers, penciled by Scot Eaton, cover by Howard Porter.
"Dead Ends," Part 1 of 2. The final story of Soldier X begins when a young mutant is put on death row for killing her parents. What Nathan Summers discovers about the murder and the young mutant's fate will lead him to unravel a mystery involving the Weapon X Program and the strange disappearances of mutants all over the country.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on May 21.
WEAPON X #9
Written by Frank Tieri, penciled by Georges Jeanty, inked by Dexter Vines, cover by Jeanty.
"The Underground," Part 3 of 6. The underground discovers a new threat against mutant-kind. Guest-starring: Soldier X, Domino and Meltdown.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on May 28.
DOMINO #1
Written by Joe Pruett, art and cover by Brian Stelfreeze.
The fan-favorite X-Men character explodes in her long-awaited solo limited series, with art and color by one of comics' biggest talents: Brian Stelfreeze.
32 pages, $2.50, in stores on May 14.
SPIDER-MAN TITLES
ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN #40-41
Written by Brian Michael Bendis, penciled by Mark Bagley, inked by Art Thibert, covers by Bagley.
The beginning of a new story arc. An all-new villain is introduced! And Peter asks the question: What's a super hero without his costume? And after all this time, will Peter and Mary Jane finally get over themselves and just say it?
32 pages, $2.25, in stores on May 7 and 21.
AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #53
Written by J. Michael Straczynski, art and cover John Romita Jr. and Scott Hanna.
Part 3 of a 3-part story.
32 pages, $2.25, in stores on May 21.
SPIDER-GIRL #60
Written by Tom DeFalco, art and cover by Ron Frenz.
No story information provided.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on May 7.
PETER PARKER: SPIDER-MAN #56
Written by Zeb Wells, art and cover by Sam Keith.
"Reborn," part 1 of 2. Sandman guest stars in this 2-issue story drawn by Sam Kieth.
32 pages, $2.25, in stores on May 28.
MARVEL KNIGHTS TITLES
CAPTAIN AMERICA #13
Written by John Ney Rieber and Chuck Austen, art by Jae Lee, cover by John Cassaday.
"Ice," part 2 of 5. When a mysterious package arrives at his door and he crosses paths with a shadowy new villain named The Interrogator, Captain America learns everything about this past, his memories, and himself, may not be what it seems.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on May 14.
DAREDEVIL #47
Written by Brian Michael Bendis, art and cover by Alex Maleev.
"Hardcore," part 2 of 5. Typhoid Mary is back.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on May 21.
PUNISHER #26
Written by Garth Ennis, art by Tom Mandrake, cover by Tim Bradstreet.
"Hidden" concludes.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on May 14.
PUNISHER #27
Written by Garth Ennis, art by Steve Dillon, cover by Tim Bradstreet.
In this stand-alone issue, special guest-start Elektra means double the body count.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on May 28.
ELEKTRA #23
Written by Robert Rodi, penciled by Sean Chen, inked by Tom Palmer, cover by Bill Sienkiewicz.
A new creative team jumps on board for a look at Elektra's impact as a killer. The stunning assassin is seen through the eyes of her mark, taking you on a journey through a dying man's last day. Well, his last day if Elektra has her way.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on May 7.
MAX TITLES
ALIAS #22
Written by Brian Bendis, penciled by Michael Gaydos, colored by Matt Hollingsworth, cover by David Mack.
"The Secret Origin of Jessica Jones," part 1 of 2. Ever wonder how the most enigmatic character in the Marvel Universe got her powers? Well, wonder no longer... it all begins here! The Secret Origin of Jessica Jones starts this month. Guest-starring Peter Parker and Galactus.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on May 7.
MARVEL HEROES TITLES
ULTIMATES #10
Written by Mark Millar, penciled by Bryan Hitch, inked by Paul Neary, cover by Bryan Hitch.
Answers from the past are sought as the Ultimates discover that the key to the clandestine alien infiltration of Earth may reside in a secret mission Captain America himself presided over in the darkest days of World War II. It's a mystery wrapped in an enigma as the Ultimates attempt to learn more about the greatest threat ever to face the planet.
32 pages, $2.25, in stores on May 28.
AVENGERS #67
Written by Geoff Johns, penciled by Olivier Coipel, inked by Andy Lanning, cover by J.G. Jones.
"Red Zone," part 3 of 6.
32 pages, $2.25, in stores on May 28.
INCREDIBLE HULK #54
Written by Bruce Jones, art by Mike Deodato Jr., cover by Kaare Andrews.
Parts 5 of a 5-part story featuring the return of the Abomination.
32 pages, $2.25, in stores on May 14.
CAPTAIN MARVEL #9-10
Written by Peter David, art by Ivan Reis, covers by Claudio Castellini and Howard Porter.
"Coven," parts 1 and 2. Is Captain Marvel's new partner a serial killer who wants Rick Jones dead?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on May 7 and May 21.
MARVEL UNIVERSE: THE END #5
Written by Jim Starlin, penciled and cover by Starlin, inked by Al Milgrom.
The final tale of the Marvel Universe continues.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on May 14.
PARADISE X #11
Written by Alex Ross and Jim Krueger, art by Doug Braithwaite, cover by Ross.
Henry Pym is featured in this penultimate chapter to the Paradise X saga.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on May 28.
FANTASTIC FOUR #69
Written by Mark Waid, penciled and cover by Mike Wieringo, inked by Karl Kesel.
"Unthinkable," part 2 of 4. The FF take the fight to Doom.
32 pages, $2.25, in stores on May 28.
STARTLING STORIES: THE THING -- NIGHT FALLS ON YANCY ST. #1
Written by Evan Dorkin, art and cover by Dean Haspiel.
It's a double-dose of Dorkin this month at Marvel, as Desire + Greed + Superpowers = Clobbering Time. In this Startling Story four issue series, award-winning writer/artist Evan Dorkin and Eisner-nominee Dean Haspiel craft a fantastic noir, exploring a few days gone wrong in the life of the ever-lovin' blue-eyed Thing.
40 pages, $3.50, in stores on May 28.
THOR #64
Written by Dan Jurgens, art and covers by Ben and Ray Lai.
"Sprial" continues, as Loki strikes.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on May 21.
40 pages, $3.50, in stores on May 28.
TRUTH: RED, WHITE & BLACK #7
Written by Robert Morales, art and cover by Kyle Baker.
Steve Rogers appears in this conclusion to the hit mini-series issue, as the paths of the two Captain Americas cross for the first time. Will it be the last?
32 pages, $3.50, in stores on May 21.
THUNDERBOLTS #79
Written by John Arcudi, art and cover by Francisco Ruiz Velasco.
The controversy continues as the new T-Bolts first story arc concludes. Meet the champ of the underground fighting league, and then see if he makes it out of this issue alive.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on May 21.
IRON MAN #68
Written by Robin Laws, penciled by Michael Ryan, inked by Sean Parsons, cover by Terada.
"Manhunt," part 4 of 5. On the run, Tony Stark finally confronts the mastermind who framed him.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on May 14.
BLACK PANTHER #59-60
Written by Priest, penciled and covers by Patrick Zircher, inked by Norm Rapmund.
"Ascension," Parts 1 and 2 of 4. Beginning a new story arc featuring Kasper Cole, the NEW Black Panther.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on May 14 and May 28.
ULTIMATE ADVENTURES #5
Written by Ron Zimmerman, art by Duncan Fegredo, cover by Kaare Andrews.
No story information provided.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on May 28.
411 #2
Stories by Bruce Jones and Sean Phillips, Brian K. Vaughan and Leonardo Manco.
More inspirational stories of paying tribute to world's least-heralded heroes - peacemakers. Issue #2 of this anthology tells more uplifting true and fictional stories of everyday people choosing to bring peace to their part of the world by fighting aggression with information and non-violent resistance.
32 pages, $3.50, in stores on May 14.
THE CALL #2
Written by Chuck Austen, penciled by Patrick Olliffe, cover by Gabriel Del'Otto.
The everyday heroes of The Marvel Universe have been changed forever -- but are their newfound abilities a blessing or a curse?
32 pages, $2.25, in stores on May 7.
MARVILLE #7
Written by Bill Jemas, art by TBA, cover by Greg Horn.
Bill Jemas reveals exactly what Epic Comics is.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on May 21.
GRAPHIC NOVELS
MARVEL UNIVERSE ROLEPLAYING GAME GUIDE HARDCOVER
Cover by Mark Bagley.
Spider-Man, the X-Men, Daredevil, Elektra and the rest of the Marvel Universe come to life in this revolutionary new role-playing game from Marvel Comics. Easier and more accessible than any RPG before, The Marvel Universe Role-Playing Game lets you play over 40 of your favorite super heroes and super-villains or create new heroes and villains of your own. This guide contains everything you need to learn and play, including full game system rules, character profiles, briefings and background for the Marvel Universe, pull-out Character Action Display, and a beginning adventure complete with maps.
128 pages, $24.99.
BEST OF SPIDER-MAN VOL. 2 HARDCOVER
Cover by Jason Pearson.
The second volume of Spider-Man's greatest moments picks up where Vol. 1 left off, collecting the best stories from three Spider-Man series: Amazing Spider-Man, Peter Parker: Spider-Man, and Spider-Man's Tangled Web. Volume II features stories written by J. Michael Straczynski and Paul Jenkins. Collects Amazing Spider-Man #37-45, Peter Parker: Spider-Man #44-47; Spider-Man's Tangled Web #10, 11
368 pages, $29.99.
DAREDEVIL VOL. 6: LOWLIFE
Written by Brian Michael Bendis, art by Alex Maleev.
After his secret identity as Daredevil is publicly exposed, Matt Murdock is forced to reckon with the problems and legal ramifications that emerged as a result of his public outing. But there isn't much time for Matt to dwell on his problems, as a new love appears on the horizon and one of Daredevil's most dangerous foes returns to take over the NYC underworld. Collects Daredevil (Vol. 2) #41-45.
128 pages, $13.99.
DAREDEVIL LEGENDS VOL. 4: TYPHOID MARY
Written by Ann Nocenti, art and cover by John Romita Jr.
One of the industry's best artists in a collection of one of his best creative runs! John Romita Jr. draws Daredevil in a story arc that introduced one of his most lethal and insane foes, Typhoid Mary, who makes her return to the pages of DD in this monthís Daredevil #47. Collects Daredevil (Vol. 1) #254-257,259-263.
224 pages, $19.99.
X-TREME X-MEN VOL. 3: SCHISM
Written by Chris Claremont, art by Salvador Larroca and Arthur Ransom, cover by Larroca.
They've accomplished their goal, but what will the X-Treme team do now? Join Storm, Wolverine. Bishop, Sage, and more of your favorite mutants for more romance, mystery and high-adventure. Collects X-Treme X-Men #19-23 and X-Pose #1-2.
106 pages, $16.99.
NEW X-MEN VOL. 4: RIOT AT XAVIER'S
Written by Grant Morrison, art by Frank Quitely and Keron Grant, cover by Quitely.
Professor Xavier's School for the Gifted is a sanctuary, a safe haven for oppressed mutant youth. But the unimaginable happens when a student reinvents himself as Kid Omega and decides to take over the school. It's mutant vs. mutant...will the school ever be the same? Collects New X-Men #134-138.
128 pages, $11.99.
UNCANNY X-MEN VOL. 2: DOMINANT SPECIES
Written by Chuck Austen, art and cover by Kia Asamiya.
It's once again time for the X-Men to mutate. First, will Juggernaut - one of the X-Men's toughest foes - actually join their ranks? Then, as the high-flying Archangel goes through a major physical transformation that affects his powers, he encounters a threat to his family corporation. Finally, the entire roster gets a facelift as international artist Kia Asamiya redesigns their costumes. Collects Uncanny X-Men #416-420.
128 pages, $11.99.
MARVEL MANGAVERSE VOL. 3: SPIDER-MAN: LEGEND OF THE SPIDER-CLAN
Written by Kaare Andrews, art and cover by Skottie Young.
Student by day, masked ninja by night: Peter Parker is not your average teenager. When Peter puts on that Spider-Man costume, the problems of his daily life seem further and further away. If this sounds like the Spider-Man you already know, think again. By giving this famous character a Manga spin, Marvel's creators are able to impart a distinctly Asian flavor to American icons. From the art to characters to story themes, the Marvel Mangaverse effect is like seeing your favorite heroes for the very first time - which also makes these volumes great for readers of Manga collections who may not currently be reading Marvel stories. Collects Spider-Man: Legend of Spider Clan #1-5.
128 pages, $11.99.
SHANG-CHI, MASTER OF KUNG FU VOL. I: THE HELLFIRE APOCALYPSE TPB
Written by Doug Moench, art by Paul Gulacy and Jimmy Palmiotti.
Comics pre-eminent star of martial arts action - Shang-Chi, Master of Kung Fu - is back. If Moench and Gulacy's seminal Master of Kung Fu successfully tapped into the Bruce Lee kung fu craze and popular James Bond spy flicks, then their revamped MOKF will appeal to the folks who are packing the seats for the latest Jet Li flick, or Mission Impossible sequel. Collects Shang-Chi: Master of Kung Fu #1-6.
144 pages, $14.99.
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