ARCHAIA COMICS FOR MARCH

THE KILLER: MODUS VIVENDI #1

Written by Matz, art by Luc Jacamon.

"Modus Vivendi," Part One. In Venezuela, the "sanctuary" where he withdrew from the world, the killer reappears on the scene. What brought him back? Boredom, fatigue, the need for action? His old friend Mariano recommends him for a quick-and-dirty freelance job. Remove one banker and one international oil broker, no problem. But why is his third and final target a nun, Madre Luisa -- devoted, selfless, and invested in her ministry?

32 pages, $3.95.

OKKO: THE CYCLE OF AIR #1

Written and art by Hub.

It is the Spring of 1110. Okko is called upon to assist the daughter of Lady Mayudama, who has retreated into a profound silence. The best doctors have been unable to provide even a diagnosis of her condition. Okko may prove to be her last resort. But a strange force that has been prowling around the region for over a week has also arranged a meeting with the ronin for a duel of incomparable violence.

32 pages, $3.95.

THE SECRET HISTORY BOOK 8

Written by Jean-Pierre Pecau, art by Igor Kordey.

1918: William of Lecce, the Fifth Archon, triggers the First World War, and so three of the four original houses -- the Shield, the Lance, and the Sword -- join forces. They succeed in holding disaster at bay, but for how long? A rumor spreads that in the sands of the Arabian Desert exists the mythical city of Kor, mother of all cities, said to house the powers of all runestones combined!

48 pages, $5.95.