MONDAY, AUGUST 18, 2008
DC COMICS FOR NOVEMBER
DCU SPECIAL EVENT TITLES
TRINITY #23-26
Written by Kurt Busiek and Fabian Nicieza, art by Mark Bagley/Art Thibert, Scott McDaniel/Andy Owens, Tom Derenick/Wayne Faucher and Mike Norton/Jerry Ordway, covers by Andy Kubert and Jesse Delperdang.
The heroic Trinity is long gone and their legacy fades by the minute. But where exactly are Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman -- and will they ever return? The halfway point in this action-fueled, weekly series exploring the three greatest heroes of all time!
32 pages, in stores on Nov. 5, Nov. 12, Nov. 19 and Nov. 26.
FINAL CRISIS #6
Written by Grant Morrison, art and covers by J.G. Jones, Carlos Pacheco and Jesus Merino.
As the entire world turns against them, the last of Earth's Super Heroes must face the unstoppable power of the Gods of Apokolips for the final time. Supergirl vs. Mary Marvel! Superman vs. Darkseid! The fate of the Flash! And the incredible return of the New Gods! The End of Days has come and the ultimate war between good and evil will at last be decided on the battlefield of a broken world!
And as the skies bleed, as the walls between universes crumble and fall, the ultimate threat to life makes its presence felt as an evil beyond imagining arrives to claim its prize. Mandrakk the Dark Monitor is coming and the DC Multiverse will never be the same again!
40 pages, $3.99, in stores on Nov. 26.
FINAL CRISIS: REVELATIONS #4
Written by Greg Rucka,
art and covers by Philip Tan and Jonathan Glapion.
Cain walks the Earth with the Spear of Destiny in his hand, and the only one who can stop him is the Spectre! But the Spectre hovers at death's door, split from his host, and only one person can save him: Crispus Allen. Meanwhile, the Question, Radiant, and Huntress struggle to defend what's left of Gotham in the face of a Justifier siege.
40 pages, $3.99, in stores on Nov. 12.
SGT. ROCK: THE LOST BATTALION #1
Written and art by Billy Tucci, cover by Tucci and Mark Sparacio.
DC's iconic soldier for the ages returns in a 6-issue miniseries written and illustrated by multi-Eisner nominee Billy Tucci. From the bloody beaches of Normandy to the muddy forests of the Vosges Mountains, a cut-off Easy Company led by Sgt. Rock will be joined by Johnny Cloud and the Haunted Tank as they battle for their lives behind enemy lines against a force ten times their size. Based on actual events, Sgt. Rock: The Lost Battalion is a story of heroism and humanity as one small band of men defy all odds to survive.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 22.
AMBUSH BUG: YEAR NONE #5
Written by Keith Giffen and Robert Loren Fleming, art by Giffen and Al Milgrom, cover by Kevin Maguire.
Infinite Omacs are just the start to yet another hilarious romp through the DC Universe with our favorite green bug. All this and the coveted recipe for Ma Hunkel's world-famous meatloaf! Yummers!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 22.
SECRET SIX #3
Written by Gail Simone,
art by Nicola Scott and Doug Hazlewood, cover by Scott.
Introducing the team's newest member! The hunt is on as some of the world's most dangerous killers are getting paid ridiculous chunks of cash to bring down the Secret Six. But the Six have some tricks -- and a whole lot of bullets -- up their own sleeves...
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 5.
EL DIABLO #3
Written by Jai Nitz,
art and cover by Phil Hester and Ande Parks.
The original El Diablo rides again! Chato Santana, the new El Diablo, catches up with the man that crippled him while Lazarus Lane fights for his life against Vorpal. Only one El Diablo will live through
this fight.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 5.
VIXEN: RETURN OF THE LION #2
Written by G. Willow Wilson, art by Cafu, cover by Josh Middleton.
Mortally wounded and alone by choice, Vixen struggles to survive phantoms and predators on the harsh plains of Zambesi. Her search for the dark truth of her past increasingly concerns her fellow Justice Leaguers. What secrets hide beneath the surface of her homeland?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 5.
TERROR TITANS #2
Written by Sean McKeever,
art and cover by Joe Bennett and Jack Jadson.
The Clock King begins staging tournament battles between the teen metas at the Dark Side Club, but this time the fighting's not just for entertainment he has a far more sinister purpose in mind that not even the Terror Titans know about! And Ravager, drawn to the Clock King by their similar precognitive power, is doing nothing to interfere with his life-threatening machinations. Is she biding her time until she can defeat him, or does she just want to get her hands dirty by entering the tournament?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 5.
TERRA #1-2
Written by Jimmy Palmiotti and Justin Gray, art and cover by Amanda Conner.
From the pages of Terror Titans and the minds of Justin Gray, Jimmy Palmiotti, and Amanda Connor comes a new rock-slinging heroine! As Terra's earth-shaking stunts grab the attention of the world, a new threat rises from beneath the surface. Will Terra live to fight another day, as she takes on the blaze and fury of Pyrite and the Lavarians? And what is the secret behind this new mover and shaker's powers? Guest-starring Power Girl and Doctor Mid-Nite!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 5 and Nov. 19.
TITANS #7
Written by Judd Winick,
art and cover by Howard Porter.
Match, the imperfect clone of Conner Kent, shows up at the Tower looking for a fight. But the Titans' old teammate Jericho is still trapped inside him! To subdue Match and save Jericho, the Titans must find a way to force the two apart, and their solution has unexpected consequences for them all!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 55.
TEEN TITANS #65
Written by Sean McKeever, art and cover by Eddy Barrows and Ruy Jose.
After creating a deadly threat to keep the rest of the Teen Titans busy, Wonder Girl's new enemy challenges her in open combat. Alone and weakening by the moment, Wonder Girl must fight for incredibly high stakes lose, and her powers are forfeit!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Oct. 29.
REIGN IN HELL #5
Written by Keith Giffen,
art by Tom Derenick/Bill Sienkiewicz and Justiniano/Walden Wong, cover by Justiano.
The battle has just begun! The most furious fray ever beheld takes places as heroes from the DC Universe are caught up -- and their loyalties are challenged -- in a fierce, no-holds-barred struggle for the control of Hell's kingdom.
40 pages, $3.50, in stores on Nov. 26.
RANN/THANAGAR: HOLY WAR #7
Written by Jim Starlin,
art by Ron Lim and Rob Hunter, cover by Starlin.
Preparations for the final cosmic conflict continue! Meanwhile, the Weird and Starfire make a deal with the devil in order to save Rann.
40 pages, $3.50, in stores on Nov. 19.
TANGENT: SUPERMAN'S REIGN #9
Written by Dan Jurgens and Ron Marz, art by Wes Craig and Mark McKenna, cover by Brad Walker.
It's Batman and Batman vs. the world! The Tangent Batman's group of ³Outsiders² must hold their ground against the Tangent Superman's armada!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 55.
THE WAR THAT TIME FORGOT #7
Written by Bruce Jones, art by Al Barrionuevo and Jimmy Palmiotti, cover by Kevin Nowlan.
Is escape from the island futile? Enemy Ace, the Golden Gladiator and Lt. Carson make a valiant attempt to break free despite the shocking loss of someone close to them! And as if contending with Pteranodons weren't enough of a problem, what luck will they have against giant spiders?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 26.
SUPERMAN #682
Written by James Robinson,
art by Renato Guedes and Jose Magalhaes, cover by Alex Ross, variant cover by Stephane Roux.
Following closely on the stirring events of Supergirl #35, "New Krypton" part 6 sees the unrest between the Kryptonians and humankind rapidly spin out of control. Superman knows it's only a matter of time before widespread violence breaks out between the two cultures. But deep in the heart of the U.S. military, a deadly new Squad K is being organized. Its mission: clean up the "Kryptonian problem" before it gets out of hand!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 26.
BATMAN #682
Written by Grant Morrison,
art by Lee Garbett, cover by Alex Ross, variant cover by Tony Daniel.
Two issues of Batman in one month! Now that "Batman R.I.P." has concluded, the aftermath begins! In his last hours, Alfred the Butler tells the life story of the Batman as you've never seen it before in this two-part adventure which bridges the gap between the events of "Batman R.I.P." and Final Crisis. Learn the secrets of Batman's early years! Witness the nightmare of a Gotham City where Batman never existed!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 12.
BATMAN #683
Written by Grant Morrison,
art by Lee Garbett, cover by Alex Ross, variant cover by Tony Daniel.
This special two-part tale narrated by Sir Alfred Pennnyworth reflects upon the life and times of Gotham City's most celebrated citizen -- and hints at what's next for The Dark Knight. Morrison delivers a story of past memories, present heartache and future promises. A spectacular, unforgettable farewell to The Dark Knight, mixing memory, dream and speculation as Alfred closes the casebook on the greatest crimefighter of all time. With guest appearances by Batman friends and foes from every era of Batman's history.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 26.
BATMAN TITLES
BATMAN: CACOPHONY #1
Written by Kevin Smith, art by Walt J. Flanagan and Sandra Hope, cover by Adam Kubert, variants by Andy Kubert.
Practically from out of nowhere, the mysterious masked killer known as Onomatopoeia returns and sets his sights -- and sounds -- against The Caped Crusader!
40 pages, $3.99, in stores on Nov. 12.
ALL-STAR BATMAN AND ROBIN, THE BOY WONDER #11
Written by Frank Miller,
art and cover by Jim Lee and Scott Williams, variant cover by Miller.
The Dark Knight's hand exacts a heavy price from the trash of Gotham City -- and now, with the Boy Wonder by his side, fines will be doubled!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 26.
DETECTIVE COMICS #850
Written by Paul Dini, art by Dustin Nguyen and Derek Fridolfs, cover by Nguyen.
A "Batman R.I.P." tie-in! "Heart of Hush" concludes in this anniversary double-sized issue! Catwoman's life hangs in the balance during this final battle between Batman and Hush! And the life of Bruce Wayne will never be the same as the confrontation with his childhood friend Tommy Elliot reveals a terrible and shocking secret!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 5.
BATGIRL #5
Written by Adam Beechen,
art by Jim Calafiore and Mark McKenna, cover by Andy Clarke.
Batgirl and company take on the deadly Daughters of David Cain and one of the toughest villains in the DCU -- both at the same time! Plus: The identity of David Cain's target is revealed!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 19.
BATMAN: GOTHAM AFTER MIDNIGHT #7
Written by Steve Niles,
art and cover by Kelley Jones.
Batman has tracked down the maniacal Midnight to a gruesome grotto deep beneath the streets of Gotham. But a creature lurks in the waters of this underground lair, and it has a taste for human blood! Meanwhile, Bruce Wayne gets closer to Detective April Clarkson. Could Bruce be falling for her?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 26.
NIGHTWING #150
Written by Peter J. Tomasi, art by Don Kramer and Jay Leisten, cover by Philip Tan, variant cover by Ethan Van Sciver.
Special oversized "Batman R.I.P." tie-in issue! Believing Nightwing responsible for the death of an old flame, Two-Face has sworn his revenge upon Batman's first Robin and New York City itself. Armed with the same acid that turned him into Two-Face, Harvey Dent plans to scar half the population of New York to make them pay for his loss. And without The Dark Knight around for help, it's up to Nightwing to stop the Batman's most duplicitous and dangerous villain. Beware the acid rain as Nightwing confronts Two-Face in the final chapter of "The Great Leap"!
48 pages, $3.99, in stores on Nov. 5.
ROBIN #180
Written by Fabian Nicieza, art and cover by Freddie E. Williams II.
As the Gotham youth gangs run rampant and the "blue-flu" sweeps the indignant Gotham police force, Robin faces off against a surprising yet familiar foe. And what role does Spoiler play in this opponent's grand scheme?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 19.
BATMAN CONFIDENTIAL #23
Written by Andrew Kreisberg, art by Scott McDaniel and Andy Owens, cover by Stephane Roux.
The Joker continues leaving his psycho mark on Gotham City in Part 2 of this 4-part arc as Batman struggles with what the appearance of a villain like The Joker must say about The Dark Knight's own affect on the city! Is Batman stopping crime or just inspiring deadlier, more insane evils?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 12.
SIMON DARK #13
Written by Steve Niles, art and cover by Scott Hampton.
Rachel has befriended Simon, but it takes a strong heart and a stronger stomach to follow the peculiar hero on his tour of the netherworld realm known as The In-Between! Sneak a peak behind the curtain and inside a strange world all too familiar to our titular hero.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 12.
BATMAN AND THE OUTSIDERS #13
Written by Frank Tieri, art by Ryan Benjamin and Saleem Crawford, cover by Jim Calafiore and Jack Purcell.
A ³Batman R.I.P.² tie-in! Batgirl literally has her back against the wall as the remaining Outsiders turn against Gotham City's youngest protector! With Batman out of the picture, Cassandra Cain finds herself suddenly alone. Will the Outsiders ever be the same? The ³Batman R.I.P.² storyline continues having devastating effects across the DCU!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 19.
SUPERMAN TITLES
ACTION COMICS #871
Written by Geoff Johns, art by Pete Woods, cover by Alex Ross, variant cover by Stephane Roux.
"New Krypton" part 4! With thousands of Kryptonians being integrated into human society, the world believes they'll be watched over and protected across the globe. But not everyone was raised by Ma and Pa Kent. Meanwhile, the experiments on Brainiac continue as his mysterious captor builds an army against the Man of Steel and his people. Plus, who are the new Nightwing and Flamebird?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 12.
SUPERGIRL #35
Written by Sterling Gates, art by Jama Igle and Keith Champagne, cover by Alex Ross, variant cover by Stephane Roux..
In "New Krypton" part 5, the new creative team continues to shake up Supergirl's life as Kryptonian-human relations are strained even further! The turmoil forces Supergirl to make a terrible decision: does she stand with the Kryptonian, the people she's longed to be reunited with, or with the humans, the race she's sworn to protect? On top of that, one of her greatest foes is reactivated with a burning hatred for anyone from Krypton -- Rao help us all!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 5.
SUPERMAN/SUPERGIRL: MAELSTROM #1-2
Written by Jimmy Palmiotti and Justin Gray, art and cover by Phil Noto.
A vicious Apokolptian villain known as Malestrom has arrived on Earth to kill Superman so that she might become The Bride of Darkseid! Superman and Supergirl join forces to battle the villain but at what cost to Metropolis? From Earth to Apokolips and beyond, Superman and Supergirl face unexpected challenges in this action-packed tale examining what it means to be a hero.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores nn Nov. 5 and Nov. 19.
GUARDIAN OF METROPOLIS SPECIAL #1
Written by James Robinson,
art by Pere Perez, cover by Aaron Lopresti, variant cover by Victor Ibánéz.
"New Krypton" part 3! At last! The true origin of the Guardian of Metropolis is revealed! Following directly on from last month's Superman's Pal, Jimmy Olsen Special #1, we learn the fantastic and sometimes terrible past of one of DC's most mysterious heroes. How did the first clone of the Golden Age Guardian come into existence at the hands of the Cadmus Project? We'll also introduce a mysterious young girl the Guardian has sworn to protect -- even at the expense of the Cadmus Project, and, if need be, his very life!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 5.
SUPERMAN/BATMAN #54
Written by Michael Green and Mike Johnson, art and cover by Rags Morales and John Dell.
The Man of Steel attempts to help The Dark Knight learn how to control his newfound superpowers. But has the Caped Crusader let his new abilities go to his head? Meanwhile, Clark deals with suddenly being powerless and unable to protect the world.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 19.
SUPERMAN AND BATMAN VS. VAMPIRES AND WEREWOLVES #3-4
Written by Kevin VanHook, art and cover by Tom Mandrake.
The evil Dr. Combs has reanimated the dead and turned innocent victims into monsters from beyond! Artificially created vampires and werewolves now prowl the streets of Gotham, and only the combined might of The Man of Steel and The Dark Knight can hope to stop them. But when a rogue vampire named Dimeter and a feral werewolf called Janko decide to join their side against Combs and his legion of the undead, Superman and Batman will have to save themselves -- and all of Gotham -- from the creatures of the night! Good thing they've called in Green Arrow and his wooden and silver-tipped arrows for help!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 12 and Nov. 26.
DCU TITLES
BLUE BEETLE #33
Written by Matthew Sturges, art and cover by Rafael Albuquerque.
The Teen Titans guest-star to help Blue Beetle keep El Paso safe during the "Day Without Immigrants" demonstration. But Intergang and Doctor Polaris plan to rain on everybody's parade!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 26.
BIRDS OF PREY #124
Written by Tony Bedard, art by Michael O'Hare and John Floyd, cover by Stephane Roux.
The Joker and Barbara Gordon face off in the ultimate confrontation. After she was crippled by the Clown Prince of Crime, Barbara became Oracle -- but what will become of The Joker now that she has the upper hand?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 19.
BOOSTER GOLD #14
Written by Rick Remender, art by Pat Olliffe and Jerry Ordway, cover by Chris Batista and Mick Gray.
Starro the Conqueror has used Rip Hunter to spread his mind-possessing spores across history. To make matters worse, Starro has gathered all of his body-snatched population for the ultimate battle royale, with hero vs. hero and villain vs. villain.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 12.
THE BRAVE AND THE BOLD #19
Written by David Hine, art by Doug Braithwaite and Bill Reinhold, cover by Braithwaite.
A strange child channels the Green Lantern oath and scrawls it on a wall. It's a summons from forces located in another galaxy. A fantastic civilization that has its own Green Lantern requires immediate aid and their only chance for survival rests in the hands of Hal Jordan and the Phantom Stranger!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 19.
THE FLASH #246
Written by Alan Burnett,
art by Carlo Barberi and Drew Geraci, cover by Brian Stelfreeze.
As Queen Bee circles in closer for the kill, everything The Flash holds dear starts slipping away from him. His powers, his wife what's next to go?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 19.
GREEN ARROW/BLACK CANARY #14
Written by Judd Winick,
art by Mike Norton and Wayne Faucher, cover by Cliff Chiang.
Green Arrow's son may be back, but something's definitely different about Connor Hawke since his kidnapping at the hands of the League of Assassins. And you won't believe your eyes when you see what he can do now!
32 pages,
$2.99, in stores on Nov. 12.
GREEN LANTERN #36
Written by Geoff Johns, art by Doug Mahnke and Christian Alamy, cover by Shane Davis.
The prelude to "The Blackest Night" continues, building off of Final Crisis: Rage of the Red Lanterns. Hal and the Green Lanterns venture to the prison planet Ysmault to face the full fury of Atrocitus and the Red Lantern Corps. Meanwhile, the war lights ignite across the universe as the Controllers seek out the Orange Lanterns.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 26.
GREEN LANTERN CORPS #30
Written by Peter J. Tomasi, art by Pat Gleason and Drew Geraci, cover by Gleason.
The War of Light continues! In part 2 of "The Sins of the Star Sapphire," the Guardians journey on a diplomatic mission to convince the Zamorans to halt their tampering with the violet light. What will the Guardians do when they discover the Zamorans are attempting to "cure" Sinestro Corps members by infusing them with love?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 12.
JONAH HEX #37
Written by Jimmy Palmiotti and Justin Gray, art and cover by Jordi Bernet.
A trio of female Wild West rodeo show performers come to town with plans of becoming amateur bounty hunters. But when they attempt to remove Hex from the picture and bring the big bounties in themselves, they have no idea how in over their heads they are. Join us and returning artist Jordi Bernet for "Trouble Comes in Threes"!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 5.
JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA #27
Written by Dwayne McDuffie, art and cover by Ed Benes.
A ³Sightings² tale! Doctor Light is missing, and her former Justice League teammates intend to find the man responsible and make him pay. But before they do that, they'll have to get past his Shadow Cabinet of powerful superbeings who have sworn to "Save humanity from itself." Milestone Comics characters Icon and Hardware make their first modern DCU appearance, but this time it's not clear whose side they're on!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 19.
JUSTICE SOCIETY OF AMERICA #21
Written by Geoff Johns and Alex Ross, art and variant cover by Dale Eaglesham and Nathan Massengill, cover by Ross.
The penultimate chapter of the epic "One World, Under Gog" explodes here as the Justice Society of America goes to war with one another. Torn between Gog's desire to help the world and the moral cost it comes with, it's old guard vs. the new as the line that was drawn is crossed. But Gog does not like war...
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 19.
JUSTICE SOCIETY OF AMERICA KINGDOM COME SPECIAL: MAGOG #1
Written by Peter J. Tomasi, art by Fernando Pasarin, cover by Alex Ross, variant cover by Dale Eaglesham and Nathan Massengill.
He was Lance Corporal David Reid of the Justice Society of America until he was killed in action and resurrected by Gog as his herald - MAGOG. But who is David Reid? Does he truly believe in Gog? And to what lengths will he go in order to find justice in this world?
48 pages, $3.99, in stores on Nov. 12.
JUSTICE SOCIETY OF AMERICA KINGDOM COME SPECIAL: THE KINGDOM #1
Written by Geoff Johns,
art by Fernando Pasarin, cover by Alex Ross, variant cover by Dale Eaglesham and Nathan Massengill.
Gog rewards those he deems fit. Starman has regained his sanity, Sandman his sleep, Dr. Mid-Nite his sight, Damage his pride and Citizen Steel...? What "wish" will the indestructible hero be granted? And more importantly, what drawbacks do these wishes come with? Plus, Starman's true mission is revealed!
48 pages, $3.99, in stores on Nov. 19.
JUSTICE SOCIETY OF AMERICA KINGDOM COME SPECIAL: SUPERMAN #1
Written art and cover by Alex Ross, variant cover by Dale Eaglesham and Nathan Massengill.
Spinning out of the ³One World, Under Gog² storyline, the Kingdom Come Superman's struggle with his place in the world brings a final conflict between the Supermen of Earths 1 and 22! Feeling the weight of his own world's loss on his shoulders, the transplanted Superman searches for answers to the mystery of his life's seemingly cursed existence and encounters "old acquaintances" on the way. This is the first fully written and illustrated adventure by Kingdom Come co-creator Alex Ross, building to the storyline's conclusion in Justice of Society of America #22!
48 pages, $3.99, in stores on Nov. 5.
THE LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES #48
Written by Jim Shooter, art and cover by Frances Manapul and John Livesay.
Legion membership tryouts! Meet Night Girl, Gazelle, Sizzle and Turtle! They're four candidates with awesome abilities who attempt to prove their mettle and join the greatest super-team of the 31st century. Meanwhile, alien spies gather intelligence about United Planets defenses and assassinate a United Planets government leader!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 26.
MANHUNTER #36
Written by Marc Andreyko,
art by Michael Gaydos, cover by Matthew Clark.
The ³Forgotten² arc concludes, revealing the high price of superpowers. And what's the final fate of Dylan Battles?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 5.
THE SPIRIT #23
Written by Sergio Aragones and Mark Evanier, art by Aluir Amancio, cover by Joe Kubert.
Okay, no kidding. This time, for sure, The Spirit gets a break from the hustle and bustle of Central City's mean streets. Maybe fresh air out in the wide, open spaces is just what he needs? Right?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 19.
WONDER WOMAN #26
Written by Gail Simone,
art by Aaron Lopresti and Matt Ryan and a cover by Lopresti.
³Rise of the Olympian² begins! Penciller Aaron Lopresti returns to the series just in time for Wonder Woman's world to change radically! For months, speculation over a new, male Wonder Woman and his fellow Manazons has run rampant, and now the gossip can end! What horrific new threat is Special Agent Diana Prince unknowingly leading her team of agents up against? And, at long last, the fate of the Amazons is finally revealed.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 26.
DCU TRADE PAPERBACKS
BATMAN: THE MAN WHO LAUGHS TP
Written by Ed Brubaker,
art by Doug Mahnke, Patrick Zircher, Aaron Sowd and Steve Bird, cover by Mahnke.
Witness Batman's first encounter with The Joker in this volume collecting the graphic novel Batman: The Man Who Laughs, by Ed Brubaker and Doug Mahnke! This collection also includes Detective Comics #784-786, a murder mystery tale guest-starring Green Lantern Alan Scott.
144 pages, $14.99, in stores on Jan. 28.
HARLEY QUINN: PRELUDES AND KNOCK-KNOCK JOKES TP
Written by Karl Kesel,
art and cover by Terry Dodson and Rachel Dodson.
The Joker's lovable partner in crime takes the spotlight in this new paperback edition collecting Harley Quinn #1-7.
192 pages, $19.99, in stores on Jan. 14.
DC COMICS CLASSICS LIBRARY: SUPERMAN -- KRYPTONITE NEVERMORE! HCP
Written by Dennis O'Neil,
art by Curt Swan and Murphy Anderson, cover by Neal Adams, Curt Swan and Murphy Anderson.
Originally published in 1971, this story turned Superman's status quo on its head by featuring a story in which all Kryptonite was destroyed! But that leaves The Man of Steel anything but invulnerable as his powers slowly begin to fade and a doppleganger Superman arrives on the scene with strange powers of its own.
The first in the new DC Comics Classics Library line collecting memorable tales in their entirety, this volume contains Superman #233-238 and #240-242 and contains a momentous story for the Man of Tomorrow.
192 pages, $39.99, in stores on Jan. 28.
THE ALL-NEW ATOM VOL. 4: SMALL WONDER TP
Written by Gail Simone and Rick Remender, art by Mike Norton/Trevor Scott and Pat Olliffe/John Stanisci,
cover by Ladronn.
Collecting The All-New Atom #17-18 and #20-25, this final volume in the series features a guest appearance by Wonder Woman! Plus, the Atom discovers a population of microscopic, matter-consuming creatures living in his blood that may hold the secrets to his powers!
192 pages, $17.99, in stores on Dec. 24.
THE BRAVE AND THE BOLD: LORDS OF LUCK TP
Written by Mark Waid,
art by George Pérez and Bob Wiacek, cover by George Pérez.
Now available in trade paperback, this volume collects the first arc of the new series from writer Mark Waid and artist George Pérez. The Book of Destiny calls out to several heroes across time and space in the DCU for an adventure starring Batman, Hal Jordan, Lobo, Supergirl and many more!
160 pages, $17.99, in stores on Dec. 10.
BATMAN: JOKER'S ASYLUM TP
Written by Jason Aaron, Joe Harris, David Hine and others, art by Jason Pearson, Andy Clarke, Juan Doe and others, cover by Jason Pearson.
The Joker spins five dastardly tales of evil starring Batman's rogues gallery in this volume collecting all five Joker's Asylum one-shots: Joker, Penguin, Two-Face, Scarecrow and Poison Ivy!
128 pages, $14.99, in stores on Dec. 10.
INFINITY INC. VOL. 2: THE BOGEYMAN TP
Written by Peter Milligan,
art by Pete Woods, Matt Camp and Max Fiumara, cover by Pete Woods.
Features issues #6-10 of the acclaimed series spinning out of the events of 52! Spotlighting the metahuman team Lex Luthor created, this trade paperback includes guest appearances by Superman and Batman as Infinity Inc. get team costumes and face a crazed killer!
128 pages, $14.99, in stores on Dec. 31.
THE LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES: THE MORE THINGS CHANGE TP
Written by Paul Levitz,
art by Steve Lightle, Ernie Colon, Keith Giffen, Larry Mahlstedt and others,
cover by Lightle and Mahlstedt.
Bursting out of the 1980s comes this tale starring the far future's greatest heroes! In this volume, you'll find Legion of Super-Heroes #7-13 as the team discovers a factory hidden between dimensions creating a Sun-Eater. Plus, it's team leader election time!
176 pages, $17.99, in stores on Dec. 10.
TITANS: OLD FRIENDS HC
Written by Judd Winick,
art by Ian Churchill and Joe Benitez, cover by Joe Benitez and Victor Llamas.
The former teen heroes known as the Teen Titans are all grown up and under siege in this hardcover collecting Titans #1-6 as well as the hard-to-find one-shot Teen Titans East Special #1!
200 pages, $24.99, in stores on Jan. 14.
JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA: SANCTUARY HC
Written by Dwayne McDuffie and Alan Burnett, art by Ed Benes/Sandra Hope, Jonboy Meyers/Serge LaPointe, Carlos Pacheco and Ethan Van Sciver, cover by Ed Benes.
The Justice League face off with the Suicide Squad when a cabal of Super-Villains turn themselves over to the Super Heroes for protection -- much to the chagrin of Amanda Waller and her super-team. Tying directly into Salvation Run, this volume collects Justice League of America #17-21 and also features a team-up between Wonder Woman and The Flash drawn by The Flash: Rebirth artist Ethan Van Sciver!
128 pages, $19.99, in stores on Jan. 21.
TEEN TITANS SPOTLIGHT: RAVEN TP
Written by Marv Wolfman,
art and cover by Damion Scott and Robert Campanella.
Raven wrestles the horrors of high school in this volume collecting DC Special: Raven #1-5. As the Teen Titans' resident empath faces the ridicule of public school, someone starts killing students and it all ties into the reappearance of the Psycho Pirate's Medusa Mask!
128 pages, $14.99, in stores on Dec. 31.
SUPERMAN: PAST AND FUTURE TP
Written by Jerry Siegel, Elliot S. Maggin, Cary Bates and others, art by Curt Swan, Al Plastino, Keith Pollard and others, cover by Carlos Pacheco and Jesus Merino.
Follow Superman's greatest time travel adventures as he experiences eras he never thought possible! This time warping collection features stories originally published from the '40s through the '80s including the classic tale ³Superman Under the Red Sun² among many, many others!
192 pages, $19.99, in stores on Dec. 17.
TALES OF THE BATMAN: TIM SALE TP
Written by James Robinson, Darwyn Cooke, Kelley Puckett and Alan Grant, art by Tim Sale and Jimmy Palmiotti, cover by Sale.
The collection of award-winning artist Tim Sale's various Batman stories is now presented in trade paperback! Collecting tales from Showcase '94 #3-4, Legends of the Dark Knight #32-34, Shadow of the Bat #7-9, Solo #1 and Batman Black and White.
240 pages, $19.99, in stores on Jan. 7.
SHOWCASE PRESENTS: THE BRAVE AND THE BOLD -- BATMAN TEAM-UPS VOL. 3 TP
Written by Bob Haney,
art and cover by Jim Aparo.
Enjoy over 500 pages of adventure with this collection featuring The Brave & The Bold #109-134 as Batman teams with dozens of DC favorites including The Demon, Mister Miracle, Aquaman, The Flash and many more!
520 pages, black and white, $16.99, in stores on Dec. 17.
SHOWCASE PRESENTS: STRANGE ADVENTURES VOL. 1 TP
Written by John Broome, Otto Binder, Joe Kubert, Bill Finger and others, art by Carmine Infantino, Gil Kane, Joe Kubert, Murphy Anderson and others, cover by Gil Kane,
Blast into the mind-bending science fiction of the mid-'50s with this collection spotlighting Strange Adventures #54-73 as humanity faces a bevy of menaces!
512 pages, black and white, $16.99, in stores on Dec. 31.
WILDSTORM TITLES
THE AUTHORITY #4
Written by Dan Abnett, Andy Lanning and Christos Gage, art by Simon Coleby and Pete Woods, cover by Coleby.
Swift finds herself at the mysterious Rendlesham base. Who -- and what -- she finds will have staggering results for everyone. Aboard the Carrier, the team's worst fears manifest as a viral outbreak rages! Also included is the second chapter of the Cybernary backup from Gage and Woods.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 5.
GEN13 #24
Written by Scott Beatty and Christos Gage, art by Mike Huddleston and Pete Woods, cover by Huddleston.
The kids, tired and hungry, seek an escape from the horrors of a post-apocalyptic America in possibly the most American place of all: a mall! Will they find anything of substance in the looted halls? And what terror could possibly await them in a shopping center in the barren wastelands of a dead world? Gage and Woods continue their Cybernary backup tale with part 3 in this issue.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 12.
WILDCATS #5
Written by Christos Gage,
art by Pete Woods and Wes Craig, cover by Neil Googe.
It's a rumble in the jungles of Nevada as the Wildcats tangle with old allies! But what secret does this lush oasis hold and could it be the answer to the Earth's needs? And how does it all connect to a character from Number of the Beast? Plus, Cybernary returns as a new backup begins.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 26.
EX MACHINA #39
Written by Brian K. Vaughn, with art by Tony Harris and Jim Clark, cover by Harris.
In the shocking conclusion to "Dirty Tricks," the groundwork is laid for the epic tragedy that Super Hero-turned-mayor Mitchell Hundred hinted at back in the series' very first issue.
160 pages, $14.99, in stores on Nov. 19.
STORMWATCH PHD #16
Written by Ian Edginton and Christos Gage, art by Leandro Fernandez/Francisco Paronzini
and Pete Woods, cover by Fernandez.
A Soviet-era WMD is en route to the U.S. to exact an obsolete mission of annihilation! Can the combined forces of StormWatch and Jon Drake stop this incredible danger? Plus, The Cybernary backup by Gage and Woods concludes!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 19.
MIDNIGHTER BOOK 3: ASSASSIN8
Written by Keith Giffen,
art by Lee Garbett and Rick Burchett, cover by Garbnett.
Has Midnighter met his match? As the Authority's deadliest killing machine, the leather-clad ³hero² can take a massive amount of pain. But when Midnighter runs into a new player named Assassin8, the tables are turned and suddenly it's Midnighter who may be down for the count!
168 pages, $14.99, in stores on Dec. 24.
THE PROGRAMME BOOK 2
Written by Peter Milligan, art and cover by C.P. Smith.
What happens when the new weapons of mass destruction wield super-powers? That's the question posed in this gritty tale as a long-forgotten weapon from the Cold War resurfaces with destruction on its mind. This volume collects the disturbing finale to the engrossing series!
144 pages, $17.99, in stores on Dec. 17.
CHUCK #6
Written by Peter Johnson and Zev Barow, art by Jeremy Haun and Phil Noto, cover by Kristian Donaldson.
Biological weapons, sexy spies and exotic locales abound in this comic based on the NBC television series! Chuck Bartowski and his friends round up their globetrotting, action-packed escapades as they head back to the good ol' U.S. of A. in this exciting series conclusion!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 12.
THE FERRYMAN #3
Written by Marc Andreyko,
art and cover by Jonathan Wayshak.
As Gideon Thorne tracks his mysterious prey known only as the "Outcast," little does he know that he, too, is being hunted -- by the infamous serial killer the Bleeder! Why is the sinister Mr. Webster playing his Ferrymen against one another? What is Gideon willing to do to pay his debt to Webster? And what is the secret history of the Ferrymen? It's more insane action from movie producer Joel Silver!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 26.
MIRROR'S EDGE #1
Written by Rhianna Pratchett, art by Matthew Dow Smith, video game cover.
Coinciding with the release of the highly anticipated new Electronic Arts game Mirror's Edge comes an adventure unlike any other! Faith is a Runner in the city a courier who delivers sensitive cargo by traversing the rooftops of the city's skyscrapers. But how did she come by this unique black market trade...and what secrets from her past may affect her future?
32 pages, $3.99, in stores on Nov. 5.
PUSH #1-2
Written by Marc Bernardin and Adam Freeman, art by Bruno Redondo, cover by Jock.
In anticipation of next year's blockbuster new movie Push, comes this action-packed prequel miniseries! A secret war is about to begin, fought on battlefields obscured in shadow . . . and the weapons in this new conflict will be the human mind! The United States government set up the ultra-secret Division to fight this war and take the forefront in this unique arms race. Enter agent Ezra Lowe, an operative in the Division trained from an early age in psychic warfare, until one mission went horribly wrong...
32 pages, $3.50, in stores on Nov. 12 and Nov. 26.
FRINGE #4
By TBA.
The mysteries of Fringe continue unfolding in this exclusive comic tie-in to the new show on FOX! Creators JJ Abrams, Alex Kurtzman and Bob Orci (Mission: Impossible 3, Star Trek) present the latest chapter in the series that dares you to imagine the impossibilities!
32 pages, $2.99, in stoeres on Nov. 26.
STORMING PARADISE #5
Written by Chuck Dixon,
art by Butch Guice and Eduardo Barreto, cover by Guice.
As the American forces move further inland, the resistance grows more and more fierce. An entire nation takes up arms for a struggle to the death and a clash of cultures. Far from the chaos of the front, a secret is uncovered that may turn the tide against the U.S. as the Third Reich strikes a final, surprising blow from the grave.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 5.
WORLD OF WARCRAFT: ASHBRINGER #3
Written by Micky Neilson,
art and variant by Ludo Lullabi and Tony Washington, cover by Chris Robinson.
Aided by the Argent Dawn, Darion will drive into the very heart of the Scourge stronghold. But will he find resolution or death?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 26.
WORLD OF WARCRAFT #12
Written by Walter Simonson, art by Jon Buran and Jerome K. Moore, covers by Samwise Didier and Ludo Lullabi.
It's off to Theramore Island as our heroes must resolve the damage done by the evil usurper of the throne.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 19.
GEARS OF WAR #2
Written by Joshua Ortega,
art by Liam Sharp, cover by Brandon Badeaux.
Jace Stratton and Delta Squad find themselves neck-deep in Locust after an ambush! Facing overwhelming numbers and the threat of Boomers, will the team be able to fight its way back to Jacinto in one piece? And what does the reemergence of Locust in force mean for the success of the Lightmass Bombing some months back?
32 pages, $3.99, in stores on Nov. 12.
TOP 10 SEASON TWO #2
Written by Zander Cannon,
art and cover by Gene Ha.
A new arrival to Neopolis bears a more-than-slight resemblance to an old friend of the police force, and Irma Geddon, already distraught over the restrictive uniform policy, becomes increasingly unhinged. A hostage crisis teeters on the edge of disaster, and Lt. Peregrine seeks help for her "crossover-dressing" husband.
32 pages, $2.95, in stores on Nov. 5.
THE X-FILES #1
Written by Frank Spotnitz,
art by Brian Denham, cover by Tony Shasteen, variant cover by Russell Walks.
Search for the truth inside this new mini-series based on the hit FOX television show! A research scientist, recently agitated by paranoid fears, is found dead in his suburban D.C. apartment. His sister refuses to accept the coroner's ruling that his death was suicide from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Federal investigator Scully discovers forensic details that would seem to defy rational explanation and when her partner Agent Mulder learns the scientist was working on a top-secret project for a government contractor, Mulder becomes agitated by his own paranoid fears, which eerily parallels the behavior that led to the scientist's death!
32 pages, $3.50, in stores on Nov. 19.
VERTIGO TITLES
THE SANDMAN: THE DREAM HUNTERS #1
Story by Neil Gaiman,
adaptation and art by P. Craig Russell, cover by Yuko Shimizu, variant cover by P. Craig Russell.
In honor of the 20th anniversary of Neil Gaiman's The Sandman, one of Gaiman's most frequent collaborators, P. Craig Russell, adapts Gaiman's prose story the Sandman: The Dream Hunters into a sequential, 4-issue comics event! Released 10 years ago, Sandman: The Dream Hunterswas a prose novella accompanied by illustrations from Japanese artist Yoshitaka Amano. Winning the 1999 Bram Stoker Award and the 2000 Eisner Award, it told the tale of a humble young monk and a magical, shape-changing fox who find themselves romantically drawn together. As their love blooms, the fox learns of a devilish plot by a group of demons to steal the monk's life. With the aid of Morpheus, the King of All Night's Dreamings, the fox must use all of her cunning and creative thinking to foil this evil scheme and save the man that she loves.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 5.
100 BULLETS #97
Written by Brian Azzarello, art by Eduardo Risso, cover by Dave Johnson.
As the series finale gets ever closer and the body count rises, we see the fallout of the summit between Graves, Javier and Augustus and get a glance at the coming war that will no doubt see more major players die in the deadly game of The Trust. Will anyone be left standing at the end of it all?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 12.
AIR #4
Written by G. Willow Wilson, art and cover by M.K. Perker.
After escaping from Narimar against all odds, Blythe's boss at Clearfleet Airlines takes her to a high-stakes business summit in Mexico City. She discovers the corporation out to buy Clearfleet has a secret agenda -- one that involves an old enemy and the feathered serpent she's been seeing in her dreams.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 19.
ARMY@LOVE: THE ART OF WAR #4
Written by Rick Veitch,
art and cover by Veitch and Gary Erskine.
Hopelessly lost in Big Finger's psycho-database, Magoon falls into the clutches of Dong, the ruthless industrial spy. Meanwhile, Loman executes a perfect double-cross (or is it a triple?) of his own. And as Stelaphane goes under the knife, Woyner and Frick finally view the video from the future only to have its haunting message change their lives forever.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 5.
DMZ #36
Written by Brian Wood, art by Kristian Donaldson, cover by John Paul Leon.
"The Island," part 2 of 2. . The mysteries of Staten Island are revealed to Matty Roth, who quickly realizes things are worse than he was told. And when the situation goes from bad to worse, the secluded residents naturally turn on the ³visitor² who just happened to show up in the thick of it. Looks like Matty chose the wrong time to pay a visit.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 12.
FABLES #78
Written by Bill Willingham, art by Mark Buckingham/Andrew Pepoy annd Peter Gross, cover by James Jean.
This issue's theme: What's in the box? What's in the box that Freddy and Mouse have discovered in their lost kingdom, and what's in the box that Bigby and Fly have delivered back to Frau Totenkinder in Fabletown? What's in the box being buried up at the Farm, and finally, how is that causing everything to come loose in Fabletown and beyond? The answers aren't what you'll expect in part 2 of this 5-part story. Also in this issue, the second chapter of a 5-part back-up tale by Peter Gross,
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 12.
GREATEST HITS #3
Written by David Tischman,
art by Glenn Fabry and Gary Erskine, cover by Fabry.
Private lives and public expectations are tearing the Mates apart. Crusader reveals a hip, '70s-style island HQ in hopes of keeping the heroes together. But it's a call from space that rallies the team. Back in the present day, Nick and Ethel discover a 35-year-old secret hidden among the lunch boxes and action figures of the world's biggest collection of Mates memorabilia.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 19.
HELLBLAZER SPECIAL: CHAS -- THE KNOWLEDGE #5
Written by Simon Oliver,
art by Goran Sudzuka, cover by Glenn Fabry.
The demon Tuma'el stands poised to take control of London's very soul. Chas Chandler must save the city, and at the same time, rediscover his own place in his beloved London.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 5.
HOUSE OF MYSTERY #7
Written by Matthew Sturges and Bill Willingham, art by Luca Rossi and David Petersen, cover by Glenn Fabry.
The creepy basement in the House of Mystery doesn't hold your average trinkets and cast-aside items. In fact, among the bits catalogued you'll find the diary of "Cain," one stained and bloody bed sheet, chains of assorted lengths, something slick and wet grinding over the stones, a maze and a minotaur. It's chapter 2 of ³Love Stories for Dead People² and you'll never look at basements the same way again! Plus, Bill Willingham and artist David Petersen (Mouse Guard) deliver a tale of dark delights.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 5.
JACK OF FABLES #28
Written by Bill Willingham and Matthew Sturges, art by Tony Akins and Jose Marzan, cover by Brian Bolland.
³Jack's Big Book of War² part 1 of 5. Jack has returned to the Golden Boughs not as a prisoner, but as its Commander in Chief! It's the beginning of an all-new storyline in which lives will be lost, pigs will appear magically and other things will happen that are so unbelievable, your head would quite literally explode if you were to read about them in condensed blurb form.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 26.
JACK OF FABLES VOL. 4: AMERICANA
Written by Matthew Sturges and Bill Willingham, art by Tony Akins, Russ Braun and others, cover by Brian Bolland.
Jack hits the road in seach of a lost city of gold in this new collection featuring issues #17-21. Aided by his sidekicks Paul Bunyan, Humpty Dumpty, Gary the pathetic fallacy and the mysterious Hillary Page, Jack's in for the adventure of a lifetime!
128 pages, $14.99, in stores on Dec. 10.
MADAME XANADU #6
Written by Matt Wagner,
art by Amy Reeder Hadley and Richard Friend, covers by Hadley/Friend and Frank Quitely.
Featuring fan-favorite Death from The Sandman! Madame Xanadu wagers her immortality in a game of chance against the Endless. What will be in the cards? Find out in this extraordinary chapter of Wagner's and Hadley's Vertigo smash-hit.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 26.
NORTHLANDERS #12
Written by Brian Wood,
art by Ryan Kelly, cover by Massimo Carnevale.
³The Cross and The Hammer² Part 2 of 6. Aware of Magnus' presence, Ragnar sends a band of soldiers to try and figure out exactly what his enemy is up to. Magnus wastes no time in killing them, but one escapes and reports of a child accompanying Magnus, which Ragnar looks to take advantage of . . . by any means necessary!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 26.
SCALPED #23
Written by Jason Aaron,
art by R.M Guera, cover by Jock.
"The Gravel in Your Guts," part 3 of 4. Young Dino Poor Bear returns to the spotlight, while Chief Red Crow tries to pull himself out of the cycle of violence that his life has become. At the same time, Poor Bear finds himself just starting down that same dark road.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 19.
SILVERFISH TP
Written, art and cover by David Lapham.
The urban noir graphic novel is now available in paperback. What starts as a childish bid for her father's affections turns into nail-biting suspense when a young girl named Mia falls into a world of crime, lies and gritty realism!
160 pages, black and white, $17.99, in stores on Dec. 17.
UNKNOWN SOLDIER #2
Written by Joshua Dysart, art by Alberto Ponticelli, cover by Igor Kordey.
The mystery surrounding the new Unknown Soldier deepens as Moses awakes with his face covered in bandages and his mind filled with military tactics and knowledge. But how does rogue CIA agent Jack Lee Howl tie in to the mission of this new Unknown Soldier?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 26.
THE VINYL UNDERGROUND VOL. 2: PRETTY DEAD THINGS
Written by Si Spencer,
art by Simon Gane / Cameron Stewart and Ryan Kelly, cover by Sean Phillips.
Writer Si Spencer (Torchwood) presents the paranormal byways of London in this final volume containing issues #6-12 of the horror-noir series. When ritual killings invade England, it's up to supernatural sleuths to crack the mystery!
168 pages, $17.99, in stores on Dec. 31.
YOUNG LIARS #9
Written by David Lapham,
art and cover by Lapham.
Driven by his quest to restore Sadie's sanity, Danny tracks down the one person in the world who may be able to help her mother. And he's called upon to make either the most noble gesture or the biggest mistake of his life. The hideous secret behind the Brown Bag Empire is revealed, and it's too absurd to take seriously. But if the revelation is true, is it any more insane than the mentally addled killer known as Tweezers?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 12.
YOUNG LIARS VOL. 1: DAYDREAM BELIEVER
Written by David Lapham,
art and cover by David Lapham.
When young Sadie gets a bullet lodged in her brain, it sets her group of friends on an insane ride where nothing is what it seems! Featuring an introduction by rockstar and Eisner Award-winner Gerard Way!
144 pages, $9.99, in stores on Dec. 24.
JOHNNY DC TITLES
SUPER FRIENDS #9
Written by Sholly Fisch,
art and cover by J. Bone.
Happy Birthday, Superman! The Super Friends get together for a party celebrating DC's first and greatest hero! But Lex Luthor wants to wish Superman a very un-happy day!
32 pages, $2.25, in stores on Nov. 19.
THE LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES IN THE 31ST CENTURY #20
Written by Jack Briglio,
art by Phil Moy and John Stanisci, cover by Sanford Greene and Nathan Massengill.
Final issue. Metallo journeys to the future for the ultimate power source: Kryptonite! But if he destroys Superman, will the Legion's fate unravel, as well?
32 pages, $2.25, in stores on Nov. 12.
TINY TITANS #10
Written by Art Baltazar and Franco, art and cover by Baltazar.
It's girl's day out as Supergirl and Batgirl try to find the perfect location for a tea party. Let's just hope they don't forget about Steaky and Ace!
32 pages, $2.25, in stores on Nov. 19.
CARTOON NETWORK ACTION PACK #31
Written by Charlotte Fullerton, Jim Alexander and Tom Warburton, art by Min Ku, Philip Moy and Maurice Fontenot, cover by Ku.
In a new Ben 10 adventure, Heatblast II informs Kevin that he's wanted by the Plumbers, but Kevin's not going quietly! Plus, Samurai Jack's a one-man army, and the Kids Next Door are under attack!
32 pages, $2.25, in stores on Nov. 12.
CARTOON NETWORK BLOCK PARTY #51
Written by Jim Alexander, Robbie Busch and Scott Cunningham, art by Mike Kazaleh, Scott Roberts and Christopher Cook, cover by Robert Pope.
Scoutmaster Lumpus is missing, and Lazlo and the other campers decide that one of their own must replace him! Plus, Dexter goes golfing, and Billy, Mandy, and Grim adopt an egg!
32 pages, $2.25, in stores on Nov. 26.
LOONEY TUNES #168
Written by Sam Agro, Bill Matheny and Jesse Leon McCann, art by Walter Carzon and Rubin Torreiro,
cover by David Alvarex and Mike DeCarlo.
In these dark days, the world needs a hero. One who inspires hope, happiness and, most importantly, laughter! Yes, Stupor Duck soars again!
32 pages, $2.25, in stores on Nov. 5.
SCOOBY-DOO #138
Written by Robbie Busch and John Rozum, art by Scott Neely and Scott Gross, cover by Neely.
The White House has an unexpected guest! The Scooby Gang will have to find the secret behind the Wicked Witch of the West Wing before the government gets scared silly!
32 pages, $2.25, in stores on Nov. 19.
MAD #496
Written and illustrated by The Usual Gang of Idiots
Treat your election fever with this newest issue of MAD! You'll giggle away those voting booth blues!
48 pages, black and white, $4.99, in stores on Nov. 12.
MAD KIDS #13
Written and illustrated by The Usual Gang of Idiots.
Winter's just around the corner, so go ahead and nominate today a Snow Day and stay home with this newest issue full of all-ages goofball antics!
48 pages, $4.99, in stores on Nov. 19.
CMX TITLES
CRAYON SHINCHAN VOL. 6
Written and illustrated by Yoshito Usui.
Is it a dream? Is it an imaginary story? When Action Mask -- Shin's favorite Super Hero -- gets defeated in battle, it's up to Shin to save Earth from an alien invasion. With the fate of the world in Shin's hands, we're all in serious trouble! Then, with interplanetary affairs resolved, Shin's ready to disrupt international relations as he ventures out on his first vacation overseas.
128 pages, $7.99, in stores on Dec. 24.
MOON CHILD VOL. 12
Written and illustrated by Reiko Shimizu.
Teruto's cunning plan to drive a wedge between his sibling, Benjamin, and her true love, Art, continues! Teruto uses his psychic powers to make Art think Benjamin is behind recent world catastrophes. Will Teruto's plans for a Russian nuclear power plant begin the Earth's ruin as predicted by the mer-people?
208 pages, black and white, $9.99, in stores on Dec. 17.
THE KEY TO THE KINGDOM VOL. 6
Written and illustrated by Kyoko Shitou.
Never before tested in battle, without the services of his trusted mentor and bodyguard, Asta must stand against an invading army, the King of the Dragon Tamers, and one more unknown foe -- someone even the mighty King fears -- before he can finally claim his heritage. Learn the final fate of all the members of the quest in this dramatic series conclusion.
200 pages, black and white, $9.99.
TWO FLOWERS FOR THE DRAGON VOL. 3
Written and illustrated by Nari Kusakawa.
A mysterious sword dancer, who might reveal what happened to Lucien during his five-year absence, entertains Shakuya and her two fiancés at an oasis. The dancer may also have some important connection to Shakuya's father, who was sent into exile years ago. Then tragedy strikes when Kuwan -- while trying to defend the Princess from a band of rogues -- is dealt a seemingly fatal blow!
192 pages, black and white, $9.99, in stores on Dec. 3.
VENUS IN LOVE VOL. 5
Written and illustrated by Yuki Nakaji.
A ride on the ferris wheel sets things in motion, and if one kiss between Suzuna and Eichi was such a big deal, how will they handle a second -- and maybe a third? Then, Eichi plans to recommend Suzuna for a job at the toy store, but Yuki swoops in and claims the position first. But the two rivals must join forces when Eichi comes down with a bad cold, requiring some nursing from both of them!
208 pages, black and white, $9.99, in stores on Dec. 10.
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