TUESDAY, DECEMBER 25, 2018
IMAGE COMICS FOR MARCH
ASSASSIN NATION #1
Written by Kyle Starks, art and cover by Erica Henderson.
A hilarious twist on the hitman trope that will have readers laughing in the aisles over Assassin Nation. The World's Former Greatest Hitman hires the 20 best assassins in the world to be his bodyguards. These mean-as-hell hired guns and murderers must work together to keep the new crime boss safe while attempting to solve the mystery of who's trying to off him.
32 pages, $3.99, in stores on March 13.
LITTLE BIRD #1
Written by Darcy Van Poelgeest, art and cover by Ian Bertram.
Director/screenwriter Darcy Van Poelgeest boasts a long list of awards and accolades for his storytelling prowess and brings the same writing finesse to Ian Bertram's breathtakingly detailed artwork in the gorgeous, hyper-detailed miniseries Little Bird. Little Bird follows a young resistance fighter who battles against an oppressive American Empire and searches for her own identity in a world on fire.
32 pages, $3.99, in stores on March 13.
ECLIPSE #13
Written by Zack Kaplan, art and cover by Giovanni Timpano.
New story arc! In a world where sunlight is deadly, a dangerous and bold new villain challenges the city's true source of power, leaving Nick Brandt and the city's solar tycoons panicked, our demoralized and defeated heroes David Baxter and Cielo Brandt threatened with peril, and the people in the streets burning.
32 pages, $3.99, in stores on March 13.
FARMHAND #6
Written by Rob Guillory, art and cover by Rob Guillory, Taylor Wells.
New story arc.The hit ongoing series about agriculture gone apocalyptic returns for Season Two! As transplant recipients flood the streets of Freetown, Jedidiah Jenkins does the only thing that makes sense as his life's work begins to implode: he goes fishin'.
32 pages, $3.99, in stores on March 20.
LAZARUS RISEN #1
Written by Greg Rucka, art and cover by Michael Lark.
"Fracture," part one. Lazarus returns in an all-new prestige format! New series, new story arc, new size and a new quarterly schedule! Introducing a new ongoing Lazarus series-at 64 pages, perfect bound, Lazarus: Risen continues the story of Forever and the Carlyle Family... featuring an oversized, 44-page story, an all-new short story exploring the larger world of Lazarus by Eisner-nominated writer Lilah Sturges, an all-new supplement to the Modern Age: World of Lazarus Roleplaying Game by Green Ronin, original design artifacts and art supplements, and more! Two years have passed since the Carlyle Family was betrayed in battle, and the Conclave War encroaches on every side. As a new era dawns, Johanna Carlyle goes on the attack to ensure the survival of her Family, relying on the loyalty and support of the Carlyle Lazarus-her sister, Forever-remaining at her side. And while their united front may be enough to turn the tide, the cracks are beginning to show.
64 pages, $7.99, in stores on March 20.
MATADOR VOL. 1
Written by Devin Grayson, art and cover by Brian Stelfreeze.
An explosive story pitting Lt. Isabel Cardona against a deadly serial killer! Dismissed as a quota minority hire by her colleagues, Cuban-born and Florida-bred Detective Isabel Cardona makes no friends on the Miami force by insisting that a series of seemingly unrelated murder cases lead to an urban-legend killer known only as "The Matador." Proving his existence soon becomes the only way to prove her sanity-but how close to the dangerous Matador will Cardona have to get to make that happen? Collects Matador #1-6.
$19.99, in stores on May 22.
OBLIVION SONG #13
Written by Robert Kirkmanm art and cover by Lorenzo De Felici.
New story arc! In the wake of the world's second transference event... everything is different now.
32 pages, $3.99, in stores on March 13.
PAPER GIRLS #26
New story arc! The countdown to the series finale starts here! After surviving adventures in their past, present, and future, the Paper Girls of 1988 embark on one last journey-a five-part epic that will conclude with a double-sized 30th issue in July!
32 pages, $3.99, in stores on March 6.
SKYWARD #11
Written by Joe Henderson, art and cover by Lee Gabrett, Antonio Fabela.
New story arc. "Fix the World," Part One-Willa's in a race to save the world! Can she beat Barrow to the finish line and finally restore gravity to what it was? And what shocking surprise awaits her at the end that will rock her to her very core? This is where everything changes.
32 pages, $3.99, in stores on March 20.
WITCHBLADE #13
Written by Caitlin Kittredge, art and cover Roberta Ingranata.
New story arc. "Last Days," Part One. Transported five years into the future by the shockwave of a failed spell, Alex, Ash, and Majil must find a way back home-but the New York they knew is gone, and an apocalyptic wasteland ruled by demons stands between them and their ticket back to the present.
32 pages, $3.99, in stores on March 20.
AUNTIE AGATHA'S HOME FOR WAYWARD RABBITS #5
Written by Keith Giffen, art and cover by Benjamin Roman.
Sawyer tries his best to rally all the rabbits on the Agatha estate in preparation for another attack by J. Jackson Jackson's crew. He's finding out the hard way his friends are just too fragile to help defend their only home.
32 pages, $3.99, in stores on March 13.
BITTER ROOT #5
Written by David Walker, Chuck Brown, art and cover by Sanford Greene
As an unspeakable evil ravages New York City, the last of the Sangerye Family fight just to stay alive. But with Cullen missing and presumed dead, hope is fading fast, both for the family, and the fate of humanity.
32 pages, $3.99, in stores on March 20.
BLACK MAGICK
Written by Greg Rucka, art and cover by Nicola Scott.
The complete first chapter of the series.Rowan Black is awakening to the almost unimaginable power that is her inheritance-a power she neither wants nor is able to refuse. But all power comes at a price, and those who seek to destroy her may not be as dangerous as those who wish to control her. Yet when one's will can alter reality, the ultimate enemy may be the human heart. Collects Black Magick #1-11, plus additional content, artifacts, and back-matter designed by Eric Trautmann.
$34.99, in stores on May 22.
BLACK SCIENCE #42
Written by Rick Remender, art by Moreno DiNisio, art and cover by Matteo Scalera, cover by Andrew Robinson.
Series finale. "No Authority But Yourself," Conclusion. Grant McKay has lived a billion lives across a trillion realities. Now there is only one, and he has one final choice to make. This is the End.
32 pages, $3.99, in stores on April 24.
BLACKBIRD #6
Written by Sam Humphries, art and cover by Jen Bartel, cover by Tula Lotay.
The climactic confrontation between Nina, the Great Beast, and the secret origin of magic.
32 pages, $3.99, in stores on March 13.
BUT... I CANT DO ANYTHING ELSE: THE ART OF ROB SCHRAB HC
Written, art and cover by Rob Schab.
In 2007, Rob Schrab completed, Scud the Disposable Assassin after a 10-year hiatus. Fans rejoiced but demanded to know what had taken him so long? The answer lies within these pages. This is a collection of concept sketches from his many sci-fi, horror and animation projects in TV/Film that never saw the light of day. Some were abandoned, some are coming soon but all are here to enjoy. From the co-creator of Monster House and The Sarah Silverman Program.
$24.99, in stores on Jan. 16.
CEMETERY BEACH #7
Written by Warren Ellis, art and covers by Jason Howard.
Mini-series finale! Mike and Grace are almost at Cemetery Beach, close to making their escape back to Earth. If they make it, President Barrow's dream of a perfect world is over. So, Mike and Grace have to die on Cemetery Beach.
32 pages, $3.99, in stores on March 6.
CRIMINAL #3
Written by Ed Brubaker, art and cover by Sean Phillips.
"The Longest Weekemd," Part Two-Jacob's weekend taking care of his old mentor takes a turn for the worse. As always, Criminal contains back page art and articles only found in the single issues.
32 pages, $3.99, in stores on March 20.
CROWDED VOL. 1
Written by Christopher Sebela, art and cover by Ro Stein, Ted Brandt.
Ten minutes in the future, the world runs on an economy of job shares and apps-like Reaper, a platform for legal assassination. When the apparently average Charlie Ellison wakes up one day to find out she's the target of a million dollar Reapr campaign, she hires Vita, the lowest rated bodyguard on the Dfend app. Now, with all of Los Angeles hunting Charlie, she and Vita will have to figure out who wants her dead, and why, before the campaign's 30 days-or their lives-are over. Collects Crowded #1-6.
$12.99, in stores on May 20.
CYBER FORCE #12
Written by Bryan Hill, Matt Hawkins, art by Atilio Rojo, cover by Raffaele Ienco.
The end of the beginning. Stryker and Cyber Force seek freedom from their masters, but their masters won't let them go without a fight. Are they weapons in service of those that created them, or can they choose their own destiny?
32 pages, $3.99, in stores on May 22.
DEADLY CLASS #39
Written by Rick Remender, art by Jordan Boyd, art and cover by Wesley Craig, cover by Mahmud Asrar.
"Never Go Back," Part Four-Marcus returns to Kings Dominion with a head full of nightmares and a heart full of holes.
32 pages, $3.99, in stores on April 10.
DIE #4
Written by Kieron Gillen, art and cover by Stephanie Hans, cover by Christian Ward.
"Fantasy Heartbreaker," Part Four-Our heroes reach the civilization of Glass Town and do what heroes have always done upon reaching civilization. As in, go to the pub. As it's DIE, you can guess people don't exactly get happy drunk.
32 pages, $3.99, in stores on March 6.
EVOLUTION #15
Written by James Asmus, Joseph Keatinge, Christopher Sebela, Joshua Williamson, art and cover by Joe Infurnari, Jordan Boyd.
California has had its share of cults... but none like Kavalis. Welcome to the end times!
32 pages, $3.99, in stores on March 20.
FREEZE #4
Written by Dan Wickline, art and cover by Phillip Sevy.
Gavin has narrowed down the search for the killer and Maria finds herself in a very bad situation. A single moment will change the new society forever...
32 pages, $3.99, in stores on March 19.
GASOLINA #16
Written by Sean Mackiewicz, art and cover by Niko Walter, Mat Lopes.
"GUERRA": Randy left Texas to escape one war, only to find himself in the middle of a narco-monster bloodbath. With the odds stacked against him, he'll have to put up one helluva fight to survive...
32 pages, $3.99, in stores on March 6.
GUNNING FOR HITS #3
Written by Jeff Rougvie, art and cover by Moritat.
As Martin closes in on signing Brian Slade, Slade's bodyguard threatens to torpedo Martin's plans. Stunted Growth begins to record their debut album, but Slade is lurking with evil intent. Plus: don't miss this issue's background feature and Spotify playlist.
32 pages, $3.99, in stores on March 13.
HARDCORE #4
Written by Andy Diggle, art by Alessandro Vitti, Adriano Lucas, cover by Dan Panosian
After the shocking events of last issue, the United States military is on high alert. So there's no better time for America's most wanted to break into the country he's served for his entire life!
32 pages, $3.99, in stores on March 27.
HEAD LOPPER #11
Written, art and cover by Andrew MacLean, cover by Al Gofa.
The Goblin horde is pushed back, but for how long? Dark messengers arrive in Venoriah. Taking advantage of the chaos of war, Florentine makes her moves.
48 pages, $5.99, in stores on March 13.
HIT-GIRL SEASON TWO #2
Written by Kevin Smith, art by Pernille Orum, covers by Francesco Francavilla, Amanda Conner.
"The Talkies": Hit-Girl's on set-watching her life portrayed by America's sweetheart. She needs to axe this film, and fast. Everyone knows if you want to kill a snake, you cut off its head. So Hit-Girl's heading to Hollywood's viper nest: The Black Tower.
32 pages, $3.99, in stores on March 13.
ICE CREAM MAN #11
Written by W. Maxwell Prince, art and cover by Martin Morazzo, Chris O'Halloran, cover by Babs Tarr.
"Hopscotch Mélange," Part Three-This is the true story... of one guy... picked to live in a house... and have his life taped... to find out what happens... when life stops being polite... and starts getting real.
32 pages, $3.99, in stores on March 27.
INFINITE DARK VOL. 1
Written by Ryan Cady, art and cover by Andrea Mutti.
The universe ended, but humanity survived. And for years, the passengers and crew of the vessel Orpheus found the endless void between realities to be a surprisingly peaceful home. Then they found a body-bloodied, brutalized, and surrounded by inscrutable runes. As Security Director Deva Karrell investigates the Orpheus' first murder, she'll come face-to-face with a horror from beyond the confines of time itself... Collects Infinite Dark #1-4.
$16.99, in stores on March 13.
ISOLA #7
Written by Brenden Fletcher, Karl Kerschl, art and cover by Karl Kerschl.
