MARVEL COMICS FOR OCTOBER

Following are Marvel Comics' solicitations for October, with information coming from the publisher:

X-MEN TITLES

WOLVERINE #20 & #21

Written by Mark Millar, art and cover by John Romita Jr.

"Enemy of State," part 1 and 2 of 6. The world's deadliest living weapon just fell into the wrong hands. It's Wolverine vs. the Marvel Universe in a blockbuster storyline that will have Logan shredding his way through the X-Men, Avengers, Fantastic Four and S.H.I.E.L.D. How does Wolverine end up fighting to destroy everything he holds dear? In this issue alone: Nick Fury, Elektra, Kitty Pryde, and a new villain you've got to see to believe.

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on Oct. 6 and Oct. 20.

UNCANNY X-MEN #450 & #451

Written by Chris Claremont, art and covers by Alan Davis.

"The Cruelest Cut," parts 1 and 2 of 2. Wolverine's 30th Anniversary Celebration starts off with a bang as the X-Men investigate some mysterious murders in New York City. All the victims seem to have been cut to pieces by blades‹Adamantium blades. But if Wolverine didn't murder these peopleŠthen who did?

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on Oct. 6 and Oct. 20.

SABRETOOTH #1 & #2

Written by Daniel Way, art by Bart Sears, covers by Paolo Rivera.

Parts 1 and 2 of 5. The most brutal villain in the Marvel Universe returns! But has he gone too far this time? Did Sabretooth destroy an entire island of innocent humans? And what will happen when the U.S. Military tries to bring him down? Will they succeed -- or pay the ultimate price? Guest appearance by Sasquatch.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 6 and Oct. 20.

WOLVERINE: WEAPON X PROSE HARDCOVER

Written by Marc Cerasini, cover by Greg Land and Richard Isanove.

Author Marc Cerasini (O.J. Simpson: American Hero, American Tragedy), has seen the New York Times Best-seller list. Now, he turns his gaze to the debut of Marvel Press, the new prose imprint for the House of Ideas, by telling the story of Weapon X. This all-new adult-fiction prose novel relates the cruel story of Logan's transformation into Wolverine, as seen through the eyes of his tormentors.

As Logan manages to free himself from his captors, a brutal wave of violence affects all those involved. From the bloody aftermath of Logan's transformation, all involved in the Weapon X program endure their own personal change... via guilt, ambition, and humanity. Can anyone survive the carnage of this bioengineering team¹s twisted dream? Chances are slim, as the lines between man, beast, and monster are blurred for all the players in this closed experiment.

416 pages, $24.95, in stores on Oct. 13.

OFFICIAL HANDBOOK OF THE MARVEL UNIVERSE: WOLVERINE 2004

Written by Ronald Byrd and Eric J. Moreels, cover by Salvador Larroca and Richard Isanove.

The Mighty Marvel Handbook collides with everyone's favorite mutant. Featuring the most comprehensive profile of Wolverine ever committed to print, OHOTMUW04 also includes in-depth bios on more than 25 of the feral X-Man's friends and foes ‹ from Amiko to Yukio. Plus: exhaustive entries on Adamantium, Alpha Flight, Madripoor and Weapon X -- and an all-new cover by superstar artist Salvador Larroca, digitally painted by Richard Isanove.

48 pages, $3.99, in stores on Oct. 20.

X-MEN #163

Written by Chuck Austen, art and cover by Salvador Larroca.

"Heroes and Villains," part 3 of 4. The Xavier Institute is under attack by The New Brotherhood of Mutants. With the X-Men down for the count, the only ally the students have to help keep these villains at bay is a blind Gambit.

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on Oct. 27.

X-MEN: THE END: BOOK ONE -- DREAMERS AND DEMONS #4

Written by Chris Claremont, art by Sean Chen, cover by Greg Land.

"Dreamers and Demons," part 4 of 6. It's the last stand of X-Force as an old foe of the X-teams emerges from the unlikeliest of places to join the assault.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 13.

WOLVERINE: THE END #6

Written by Paul Jenkins, art and cover by Claudio Catellini.

Part 6 of 6. He's found his last living relation. Now, will the man called Logan be forced to kill his only connection to his lost past? Or will he himself face his final day?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 20.

ASTONISHING X-MEN #6

Written by Joss Whedon, art and cover by John Cassaday.

"Gifted," part 6. Outnumbered and outgunned, the X-Men are finally brought together as a team by their newest addition -- but are they too late to stop the "Cure" from destroying mutantkind? After the events of issue #5 -- and its shocking return of a classic character -- you MUST not miss another issue.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 27.

NEW X-MEN #6

Written by Nunzio DeFilippis and Christina Weir, art by Michael Ryan, cover by Randy Green.

"Chooisng Sides," part 6 of 6. The battle over the fate of young Kevin Ford turns explosive as the New Mutants go head-to-head with the Hellions. Loyalties betrayed! New alliances formed! And a new romance that doesn¹t quite fit under school policy...

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 20.

EXCALIBUR #6

Written by Chris Claremont, art by Aaron Lopresti, cover by Andy Park.

"Food Fight," part 2 of 3. As Professor Xavier and Magneto cobble together the fragile pieces of the once-proud island nation of Genosha, hostile outside forces attempt to undo all that they have accomplished.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 27.

NIGHTCRAWLER #2

Written by Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa, art by Darick Robertson, cover by Gren Land.

"Diabolique," part 2 of 4. Nightcrawler¹s first day investigating the strange deaths of 13 children has not gone well‹and the only surviving witness is terrified by the sight of him! Does he have what it takes to get to the bottom of this mystery...and more importantly, is he strong enough to take on the sinister forces behind it once he does?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 27.

X-FORCE #3

Written by Fabian Nicieza, art and cover by Rob Liefeld.

Part 3 of 6. Cable vs. Cannonball...and more on the mysterious Jon Spectre!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 13.

CABLE/DEADPOOL #8

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

"The Passion of the Cable," part 2 of 6. The world's Powers That Be == religious, corporate, political and superhuman -- don't take kindly to a New Power That Is ‹ Cable! Can Deadpool find a way to stop Cable from saving the world before Earth's Mightiest Heroes take a shot at it? Probably not...

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 20.

STARJAMMERS #5

Written by Kevin J. Andeson, art by Jorge Lucas and Tommy Ohtsuka.

"The Cadet and the Corsairs," part 5 of 5. The time has come for both Tolo and the Starjammers to decide where their loyalties lie -- and what they¹re going to do about it.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 6.

X-MEN UNLIMITED #5

Written by Scott Killinger and Vito Delsante, art by Lee Ferguson, cover by Pat Lee.

In celebration of his 30th Anniversary, this issue of X-Men Unlimited features two Wolverine stories! In "Follow the Leader," Wolverine is taught a lesson byŠWilliam Shakespeare? In "Bar Stools," a night out turns strange when Wolverine crosses paths with some colorful barflies.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 6.

GAMBIT #3

Written by John Layman, art by Georges Jeanty, cover by Greg Land.

"House of Cards," part 3 of 6. The time has arrived for the Big Heist -- and Gambit's never been more ready. What he doesn't know is that he's not the only one who's got his eye on the prize.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 20.

JUBILEE #2

Written by Robert Kirkman, art by Derec Donovan, cover by Casey Jones.

Part 1 of 1. Get ready for fast times at Payton-Noble High School! Jubilee¹s come back to California, and the local prep squad had better watch out! She¹s got explosive mutant powers and an attitude to match, but when her new best friend and P.N.H.S.'s #1 nerd, Meg Devereux, gets labeled as a snitch, can Jubilee help before Meg's identity crisis goes to red-alert?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 6.

EXILES #53

Written by Tony Bedard, art by James Calafiore, cover by Mizuki Sakakibara.

"Living Planet," part 2 of 2. Ego the Living Planet -- a father? It's up to the Exiles, the Avengers, and the Fantastic Four to keep the Earth from becoming Ego Junior.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 6.

EMMA FROST #16

Written by Karl Bollers, art by Carlo Pagulayan, cover by Greg Horn.

"Bloom," part 4 of 6. For the second time in her life, Emma's mutant powers of telepathy are blossoming -- but this time, she has someone to help her learn how to control them! But can she trust the motives of this new friend?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 13.

ROGUE #4

Written by Rob Rodi, art by Cliff Richards, cover by Rodolfo Milgliari.

"Going Rogue," part 4 of 6. Rogue's search for her long-lost mother has turned into a nightmare‹literally. But now, the world around her is starting to be affected by the forces she's stirred up...and the only person she can turn to for help has deceived her at every turn!

32 paes, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 20.

MYSTIQUE #20

Written by Sean McKeever, art by Manuel Garcia, cover by Mike Mayhew.

"Quite," part 1 of 5. This is it! The Quiet Man's identity is finally revealed in this series-shifting, mind-bending first part of a new arc! Mystique is sent on a mission to find Shortpack, who has mysteriously vanished. But Mystique has enough on her mind already -- she has to figure out how to assassinate Professor Charles Xavier! The spy you love kicks off another arc, with the stakes even higher.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 27.

ULTIMATE TITLES

ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN #66 & #67

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

"Switcheroo," parts 1 and 2 of 2. A bizarre occurrence brings Spider-Man and Wolverine together for the weirdest team-up in super-hero history. As the two struggle to unravel this mystery, their lives literally unravel. Why are both heroes too concerned with their own lives to work together?

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on Oct. 6 and Oct. 20.

ULTIMATE NIGHTMARE #3

Written by Warren Ellis, art and cover by Trevor Hairsine.

There¹s something under the Tunguska Wasteland, where a comet crashed a century ago. The Ultimates and the X-Men have entered it from different sides, unaware of each other‹and unaware of what¹s waiting for them. There¹s something under the Tunguska Wasteland, where a comet crashed a century ago.

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on Oct. 6.

ULTIMATE FANTASTIC FOUR #12

Written by Warren Ellis, art and cover by Stuart Immonen.

"Doom," part 6 of 6. The Fantastic Four have tracked Victor Van Damme down to the "Free State" he¹s formed in the middle of Copenhagen. But Van Damme has an army and the Fantastic Four only have themselves.

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on Oct. 27.

ULTIMATE ELEKTRA #3

Written by Mike Carey, art and cover by Salvador Larroca.

"Devil's Due," part 3 of 5. Elektra comes face to face with a classic Marvel villain never before seen in the Ultimate Universe! Is she on-target thinking she can face this deadly killer alone? Matt Murdock doesn't think so. Sparks are sure to fly when comics' hottest couple is reunited.

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on Oct. 27.

ULTIMATE X-MEN #52

Written by Brian K. Vaughan, art and cover by Andy Kubert.

"Cry Wolf," part 3 of 4. It's the Ultimate X-Men versus the Fenris twins -- with Rogue and Gambit in the middle. The Fenris twins threaten to expose Gambit's past sins -- and they are legion -- unless he obeys them. But, with Rogue on the other side, to whom will the Ragin' Cajun finally lend his loyalty?

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on Oct. 13.

MARVEL KNIGHTS TITLES

DAREDEVIL #66

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

"Golden Age," part 1 of 4. Leaping off the pages of last month¹s anniversary special, we follow Matt Murdock through a story that literally spans the entire history of Marvel. Who was the Kingpin before the Kingpin and what was his relationship to Matt Murdock? Find out right here.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 27.

MARVEL KNIGHTS SPIDER-MAN #7

Written by Mark Millar, art and cover by Terry Dodson.

"Venomous," part 3 of 4. Things get worse! Everyone's favorite symbiote is back -- as only Millar and Dodson could envision him. Hold on to your spit, there's a beatdown coming for at least one guy with a spider on his chest!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 13.

HULK & THING: HARD KNOCKS #2

Written by Bruce Jones, art and cover by Jae Lee.

Part 2 of 4. Round two between Marvel's two most powerful sluggers. Think you know everything about the unique relationship between this pair? Guess again. Please note: Hulk & Thing replaces the Incredible Hulk ongoing series for four months.

32 pages, $3.50, in stores on Oct. 6.

DISTRICT X #6

Written by David Hine, art by David Yardin, cover by Steve McNiven.

"Mr. M," part 6 of 6. The explosive conclusion to Bishop's very first case in District X. Bishop and Ismael have their final showdown with the mysterious Mr. M.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 13.

MADROX #2

Written by Peter David, art by Pablo Raimondi, cover by David Lloyd.

Part 2 of 5. The murder of one of Madrox's dupes sends the original Jamie on a quest to the Windy City of Chicago to determine just who was responsible... unaware that Clay, the assassin who killed his dupe, is still stalking him, determined to finish the job.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 20.

MARVEL KNIGHTS 4 #11

Written by Robert Aguirre-Sacasa, art by Jim Muniz, cover by Steve McNiven.

"The Stuff of Dreams," part 2 of 3. With a diseased Psycho-Man loose somewhere in the city, the very fabric of New York¹s reality is unraveling at a frightening rate. While Susan hunts their old foe, the rest of the Fantastic Four try to stem the tide of hysteria threatening to destroy Manhattan.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 13.

TOMB OF DRACULA #1

Written by Robert Rodi with Bruce Jones, art by Jamie Tolagson, cover by Bill Sienkiewicz.

Part 1 of 6. Every thousand years, Dracula enters a chrysalis state for four days, leaving him in a vulnerable state. During this time the most powerful vampires from around the world gather in Transylvania to protect him. Now they are about to be joined by an eclectic team of vampire slayers that have gathered to take down the legendary Vampire King -- including the best and most dangerous slayer of them all -- Blade.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 6.

BLACK WIDOW #2

Written by Richard K. Morgan, art by Goran Parlov and Bill Sienkiewicz, cover by Greg Land.

Part 2 of 6. No matter what she does to get out of the spy game, Natasha's past keeps catching up with her. With the help of a retired agent from her old S.H.I.E.L.D. days, the Black Widow investigates the murder of a woman and makes a startling discovery. But will she be killed before she has time to follow her only lead? Written by breakout sci-fi author Richard K. Morgan, winner of the 2004 Philip K. Dick Award, with cinematic storytelling by Goran Parlov and Bill Sienkiewicz.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 27.

ELEKTRA: THE HAND #3

Written by Akira Yoshida, art by Chris Gossett, cover by Bill Sienkiewicz.

"The First Impression," part 3 of 5. As The Hand's power continues to grow, Kagenobu Yoshioka's grasp on Japan tightens. But when he begins teaching their secret martial arts knowledge and mystic skills to the young Eliza Martinez, all of Yoshioka's careful planning threatens to come undone.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 27.

STRANGE #2

Written by J. Michael Straczynski and Samm Barnes, art and cover by Brandon Peterson.

Brash young surgeon Dr. Stephen Strange is on a collision course with destiny -- a journey that will force him to search the deepest corners of his own heart...and the outer reaches of the cosmos. The adventures of the Master of the Mystic Arts in the year's most highly anticipated origin story.

32 pages, $3.50, in stores on Oct. 13.

BULLSEYE: GREATEST HITS #2

Written by Daniel Way, art by Steve Dillon, cover by Mike Deodato Jr.

Part 2 of 5. The untold story of Daredevil;s ultimate nemesis is revealed at last! And who thought being bad could be so much fun? Featuring timely cameos by Daredevil, Elektra, the Kingpin and the Punisher!

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 13.

SPIDER-MAN TITLES

AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #513

Written by J. Michael Straczynski, pencils and art by Mike Deodato Jr.

"Sins Past," part 5 of 5. The worst defeat that Peter Parker ever endured -- a moment frozen in the minds of Spider-Man fans everywhere -- was supposed to be far in his past. But now, two villains -- ripped, perhaps, directly from that very moment -- have emerged, and they threaten to destroy everything that he holds dear.

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on Oct. 27.

SPIDER-MAN/DOCTOR OCTOPUS: YEAR ONE #5

Written by Zeb Wells, art and cove by Kaare Andrews.

The brutal conclusion to the series, featuring the first epic battle between The Amazing Spider-Man and Doctor Octopus.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 20.

VENOM VS. CARNAGE #4

Written by Peter Milligan, art and cover by Clayton Crain.

It's a symbiote battle royale as Venom, Carnage and their new offspring -- Toxin -- go head-to-head in the teeth-shattering climax to this new arc. But can Spider-Man bring peace to these three family members before they destroy New York?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 27.

AMAZING FANTASY #5

Written by Fiona Avery, art and cover by Mark Brooks.

Part 5 of 6. It's make-it or break-it time for Marvel's newest heroine when her mentor throws this babe into the woods -- literally. Anya's personal past and professional future collide in a moment of truth featuring her biggest obstacle yet. It¹s a final exam with life-and-death stakes. Everything you¹ve seen has been building up to this point.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 27.

MARVEL AGE TITLES

MARVEL AGE SPIDER-MAN #13

Written by Mike Raicht, art by Shane Davis, cover by Michael Ryan.

"The Grotesque Adventures of the Green Goblin." Spider-Man goes Hollywood! The Wall-Crawler is offered the chance to star in his very own motion picture but things aren't what they seem. Who is the Green Goblin and what does he want with our Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man? It's Spider-Man's first run-in with his greatest foe and the Green Goblin has brought along some friends... The Enforcers. How will Spider-Man survive a showdown in the desert? And where does the Hulk fit in?

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on Oct. 6.

MARVEL AGE SPIDER-MAN #14

Written by Mike Raicht, art by Jamal Igle, cover by Roger Cruz.

"Kraven the Hunter." The world's greatest big game hunter has come to New York City to stalk his newest prey. Will Spider-Man be up to the challenge? And if going up against Kraven isn't enough, the Chameleon is set to strike if Kraven fails! But even if he does beat the bad guys, will Peter Parker make it home in time for his blind date with new neighbor Mary Jane Watson? It's two times the trouble for Spidey in the New York jungle.

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on Oct. 20.

MARVEL AGE FANTASTIC FOUR #7

Written by John Layman, art by Ryan Odagawa, cover by Makoto Nakatsuka.

An unstoppable robot from a doomed world prepares Earth for invasion. With the public caught in the grip of alien mind-control technology, the Fantastic Four have no choice but to make a desperate trip into space to stop the "Invaders from Planet X."

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on Oct. 6.

SPIDER-GIRL #79

Written by Tom DeFalco, art and cover by Ron Frenz.

"If This Be My Desinty!" Spider-Girl learns the fate Norman Osborn planned for his grandson when she finally uncovers the secret of the woman who claims to be Normie's wife. Plus -- at long last -- Normie chooses between Raptor and Spider-Girl.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 6

MARVEL AGE SPIDER-MAN TEAM-UP #2

Written by Todd Dezago, art by Lou Kang, cover by Randy Green.

Spider-Man gets the thrill of a lifetime as he meets the living legend of World War II, Captain America! Webs spin and shields fly as Cap and everybody's favorite wall-crawler come face to face with the Gray Gargoyle and the nefarious schemes of AIM.

32 pages, $1.75, in stores on Oct. 13.

MARVEL AGE HULK #2

Written by Mike Raich, art by Patrick Scherberger, cover by Shane Davis.

On the road and on the run, Bruce Banner encounters a family in desperate need of help. But no good deed goes unpunished -- when a mysterious man hunts them down, it's up to the Hulk to protect them.

32 pages, $1.75, in stores on Oct. 20.

MARVEL AGE SENTINEL VOL. 2: NO HERO DIGEST

Written by Sean McKeever, art and cover by UDON.

Juston Seyfert's life is changing faster than he could have ever dreamed. But it's not just acne and algebra tests that this high school sophomore has to cope with... Juston has a secret bigger than anyone in his hometown of Antigo, Wisconsin, could possibly have imagined: He's discovered the battle-ravaged remains of a Sentinel -- a gigantic mutant-hunting robot built by the government -- in his family's junkyard and has used his prodigious technical skills to put the mechanical marauder back together. Collects Sentinel #6-12.

144 pages, $7.99, in stores on Oct. 13.

MARVEL AGE SPIDER-MAN VOL. 4 THE GOBLIN STRIKES DIGEST

Written by Todd Dezago and Mike Raicht, art by Gus Vazquez, Jamal Igle and Shane Davis, cover by Michael Ryan.

Continuing the Marvel Age adventures of Spider-Man, re-creating the first appearances of the Green Goblin, Kraven the Hunter and Spider-Man's first meeting with Daredevil.

96 pages, $5.99, in stores on

MARVEL AGE MARY JANE VOL. 1: CIRCLE OF FRIENDS DIGEST

Written by Sean McKeever, art and cover by Takeshi Miyazawa.

Whether she's going to school or hanging out with her friends at the Coffee Bean, Mary Jane Watson is always the life of the party. But what no one knows is that this gorgeous redhead's exuberant personality is a shell designed to make her forget about life's harsh realities. From her social life to her undying interest in becoming an actress to her crush on that costumed crime-fighter who swings along the New York City rooftops, it's clear that Mary Jane just wants to escape. Join MJ, Harry Osborn, Liz Allen, Flash Thompson and Harry's nerdy friend, Peter Parker, as they experience the thrilling highs and the crushing lows of high-school existence in this new teen drama! Collects Marvel Age Mary Jane #1-4.

96 pages, $5.99, in stores on Oct. 27.

THOR: SON OF ASGARD VOL. 1: THE WARRIORS TEEN DIGEST

Written by Akira Yoshida, art by Greg Tocchini, cover by Adi Granov.

Explore the early years of the God of Thunder in this brand-new adventure full of Marvel myth and magic! Join young Thor and his godly companions, Balder and Sif, as they travel the mystical land of Asgard on a quest of cosmic proportions. When Odin, the All-Father, sends his favorite son to gather four mystical elements that he will use to craft a powerful new weapon, not even Ragnarok will be able to stop the boy who would be king! Collects Thor: Son of Asgard #1-6.

144 pages, $7.99, in stores on Oct. 13.

AVENGERS DISASSEMBLED TITLES

AVENGERS #503

Written by Brian Michael Bendis, art and cover by David Finch.

"Avengers Disassembled," part 4 of 4. The shocking double-sized conclusion. The Avengers come face to face with the enemy that destroyed them and nothing will ever be the same again. A story so big, a regular-sized comic could not contain it! The last page cameo will have the comic world talking for years! Guest-starring every Avenger... ever!

48 pages, 3.50, in stores on Oct. 27.

CAPTAIN AMERICA & THE FALCON #8

Written by Priest, art and cover by Joe Bennett.

"Brothers & Keepers (Adelphoite Phylaxes)," part 1 of 5. Haunted by his personal failures, Captain America comes to suspect that he has been under psychological attack from the rogue Navy Intelligence unit that created the so-called "Anti-Cap" Super Sailor, when he discovers a direct link between this shadow group and the deadly killing machine M.O.D.O.K. But, are they running M.O.D.O.K. or is M.O.D.O.K. running them? To find out, Cap has no choice but to turn to the only person who actually knows‹the Anti-Cap himself! Meanwhile, The Falcon has gone on the offensive, shutting down the Rivas drug cartel. But there is a line between heroism and vigilantism, and Robbie Robertson fears the Falcon has crossed it and may never find his way back.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 6.

FANTASTIC FOUR #519

Written by Mark Waid, art and cover by Mike Wieringo.

Avengers Disassembled tie-in. "Fourtitude," part 3 of 3.

Galactus the World-Eater is coming to Earth to choose one of the Fantastic Four as his new herald -- but which one? The consequences of his choice will set the tone and scope of the series, as our Galactus saga unfolds in full next month.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 20.

CAPTAIN AMERICA #32

Avengers Disassembled tie-in. Part 4 of 4. After months of careful planning, the Red Skull makes his move. Captain America and his old sparring partner are in for the most grueling battle they've ever had. The Red Skull has had some help from a certain rebel faction inside S.H.I.E.L.D. and he now has strength and agility that greatly overshadow the fighting prowess of our star-spangled hero.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 13.

SPECTACULAR SPIDER-MAN #20

Written by Paul Jenkins, art by Paco Medina, cover by Humberto Ramos.

Avengers Disassembled tie-in. Part 4 of 4. At his lowest ebb, struggling to hold onto the last vestige of the humanity buried deep inside him, Spidey is lent a helping hand by one of Earth's Mightiest Heroes.

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on Oct. 13.

IRON MAN #89

Written by Mark Ricketts, art by Tony Harris, cover by Pat Lee.

Avengers Disassembled tie-in. "The Singularity," part 4 of 4. The battle rages on between Iron Man and his doppelganger, but only one of them can remain standing. And even the victor is under threat of extinction. As "The Singularity" concludes, a new chapter in the Iron Man saga begins.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 13.

THOR #85

Written by Michael Avon Oeming, art by Andrea Di Vito, cover by Steve Epting.

Avengers Disassembled tie-in. "Ragnarok," part 6 of 6. It's the end of all that is, and you've got a ringside seat for the last day of the Norse Gods, as Thor struggles to break the god cycle once and for all. You must read this -- and here¹s a hint as to why: there¹s no Thor #86 next month...

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 6.

MARVEL HEROES TITLES

INVADERS #3

Written by Allan Jacobsen, art by C.P. Smith, cover by Scott Kolins.

"To End All Wars," part 3 of 3.

It's all-out action aboard the Battleship Infiltrator as the greatest villains of WWII return to fight the Invaders for control of the 21st century's deadliest weapon.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 20.

IDENTITY DISC #5

Written by Rob Rodi, art by John Higgins, cover by Andy Brase.

Faced with overwhelming odds, the villains are forced to put their lives on the line to secure the Identity Disc. Will they succeed...or will they pay the ultimate price? The dramatic conclusion to the series.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 20.

POWERLESS #5

Written by Matt Chernis and Peter Johnson, art by Michael Gaydos, cover by Greg Land.

Powerless nears its climactic conclusion as events surrounding Logan, Peter Parker, and Matt Murdock cause each of them to reach their breaking point. Logan finally gets his opportunity to get answers to the questions that have haunted him. Parker discovers that sometimes a person's actions can have disastrous unintended consequences, and Murdock tries to climb back from the abyss.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 27.

SILVER SURFER #14

Written by Dan Chariton and Stacy Weiss, art by Lan Medina, cover by Paolo Rivera.

"Revelation," part 8 of 8. Finally willing to make the ultimate sacrifice in defense of the Earth, the Silver Surfer battles a power far greater than himself.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 27.

GUARDIANS #5

Written by Marc Sumerak, and art and cover by Casey Jones.

"Reach for the Stars," part 5 of 5. It's the stunning finale of the Guardians' first adventure. They've traveled into space, they've fought alien soldiers... but when the Guardians reach their final destination, will these four average humans be able to save the universe? And what shocking revelation will change their mission -- and their lives‹forever?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 20.

WARLOCK #2

Written by Greg Pak, art by Charlie Adlard, cover by J.H. Williams III.

Part 2 of 6. The birth of a new era! Created in the depths of "The Beehive," Adam Warlock is the final solution to the madness of a world caught on the brink, but can this artificial man become a god?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 13.

SHE-HULK #8

Written by Dan Slott, art by Juan Bobillo, cover by Mike Mayhew.

"Engagement Ring," part 2 of 2.

A titanic tale of foxy boxing in outer space! Yes, foxy boxing! On a planet where might makes right, the laws of justice and the rules of combat are one and the same. In order to "win her case," She-Hulk is going to have to duke it out in the ring. The only problem? She's going up against Champion, the strongest being in the universe! Guest-Starring: Adam Warlock, Gamora, and Pip the Troll.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 13.

THOR: SON OF ASGARD #9

Written by Akira Yoshida, art by Greg Tocchini, cover by Jo Chen.

"Enchanted," part 3 of 3. Three's a crowd as Sif, Amora and Brunnhilda all compete for Thor's affections. But when Amora decides to play dirty, the gloves come off.

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 13.

ALPHA FLIGHT #8

Written by Scott Lobdell, art by Dave Ross, cover by Skottie Young.

"Waxing Poetic," part 2 of 2. Montreal faces its gravest hour as it falls under attack by ... wax statues of the entire Marvel Universe? Can Alpha Flight pull itself together in time to save this crown jewel of Quebec?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 6.

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PUNISHER #12

Written by Garth Ennis, art by Leandro Fernandez, cover by Tim Bradstreet.

"Kitchen Irish," part 6 of 6. Everyone gets just what they deserve. The bloodcurdling, bloodthirsty, bloody ending to Kitchen Irish.

32 pages, $2.99, in store on Oct. 13.

DOCTOR SPECTRUM #3

Written by Samm Barnes, art by Travel Foreman, cover by Dale Keown, creative consultant J. Michael Straczynski.

Part 3 of 6. From the pages of Supremere Power, the limited series that reveals the dark secrets of Joe Ledger¹s past. And while figures from Dr. Spectrum¹s past continue to haunt him, the government searches for a way to solve the Hyperion problem,

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 13.

SUPREME POWER #13

Written by J. Michael Straczynski, art and cover by Gary Frank.

"The Squadron," part 1 of 6. In their first adventure as a team, Hyperion, Blur and Nighthawk -- the newly formed Squadron -- encounter a super-powered serial killer! But will they live long enough to stop him?

32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 27.

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POWERS #5

Written by Brian Michael Bendis, art and cover by Michael Avon Oeming.

A story that will stun fans old and new alike! Deena Pilgrim is missing -- and Walker cannot find her. And we¹d tell you the ending, but this cardiac special may be harmful to your health.

32 pages, $2.95.