THURSDAY, MARCH 19, 2020
DARK HORSE COMICS FOR JUNE
47 RONIN TP
Mike Richardson (W), Stan Sakai (A/Cover)
The tale of these samurai and their epic mission to avenge their wronged master is the story of Japan. Opening with the tragic incident that sealed the fate of Lord Asano, 47 Ronin follows a dedicated group of his vassals on their years-long path of vengeance! Now in paperback for the first time.
152 pages, $19.99, in stores on August 12.
ALIENS: THE ESSENTIAL COMICS VOLUME 2 TP
Dave Gibbons (W), Jim Woodring (W), Peter Milligan (W), Mike Mignola (P), Kelly Jones (P), Kilian Plunkett (P), Mark A. Nelson (P), Kevin Nowlan (I), Simon Bisley (Cover), and John Bolton (Cover)
Across the galaxy, humans have captured or encountered the xenomorphs -- almost always to their horror. No matter if the humans are armed with sophisticated weapons or the Aliens are cybernetically controlled, sooner or later claws tear into flesh and inner-jaws slam into skulls!Collects "Reapers" 1992, "Taste" 1993, Aliens: Salvation 1993, Aliens: Harvest (originally Hive) 1993, Aliens: Sacrifice 1993, and Aliens: Labyrinth 1995.
344 pages, $24.99, in stores on August 12.
ALIEN: THE ORIGINAL SCREENPLAY #3
Cristiano Seixas (W), Guilherme Balbi (A/Cover), Candice Han (C), Walter Simonson with Dave Stewart (Variant Cover)
The crew makes a shocking discovery about the artifacts found in the pyramid. Unaware of the danger they have brought aboard, the Snark departs the alien planet -- and within secure confines of the ship, a horror unknown to man will be unleashed.
32 pages, $3.99, in stores on June 24.
ALIENS VS. PREDATOR: THE ESSENTIAL COMICS VOLUME 2 TP
Mike Kennedy (W), Randy Stradley (W), Ian Edginton (W), Mark Schultz (W), David Ross (W), Davidé Fabbri (A), Javier Saltares (A), Alex Maleev (A), Tom Biondolillo (A), David Ross (A), Roger Robinson (A), Randy Emberlin (I), Dave Stewart (C), Lee Loughridge (C), John Bolton (Cover), and others
The two deadliest species in the universe collide with one another -- often with humans caught in the middle! Whether the combatants include Colonial Marines, misguided scientists, or hapless civilians, carnage is guaranteed! Collects Aliens vs. Predator: Sand Trap; Eternal; "Blood Time"; Dual; "The Web"; "Chained to Life and Death"; Thrill of the Hunt; Civilized Beasts; and "Hell Bent."
400 pages, $29.99, in stores on August 5.
THE ART OF THE DRAGON PRINCE HC
Aaron Ehasz (W), Justin Richmond (W), and Wonderstorm (A/Cover)
The world behind The Dragon Prince is finally revealed! The Dragon Prince has enchanted and enthralled viewers since its initial release in September of 2018. Now, for the first time ever, dive into the world behind its creation with this all-new hardcover collection! Never-before-seen concept sketches, preliminary designs, and first impressions from the first three seasons of the animated Netflix series span over nearly 200 pages of content, from storyboards and environments to the characters and creatures that fans across the world have come to love. Assembled in consultation with The Dragon Prince cocreators Aaron Ehasz and Justin Richmond and executive producer Justin Santistevan, this is the ultimate window into the work behind the show!
192 pages, $39.99, in stores on August 5.
BACON AND OTHER MONSTROUS TALES HC
Troy Nixey (W/A/Cover)
Troy Nixey will take you on a journey through the creepy and otherworldly in this collection of never-before-collected tales! From alien invasions to monsters lurking in the unseen, this beautifully illustrated book is a must-have for any horror and science-fiction fan! Collecting stories from Nixey's early days at Oni Press and Dark Horse to the relaunch of Fangoria, as well as never-seen-before material and a bonus sketchbook section! Collects Boogie Picker (8 pages from DHP #131), Bacon part 1 (15 pages from Oni Double Feature #3), and Bacon part 2 (15 pages from Oni Double Feature #4).
120 pages, $19.99, in stores on August 19.
BANDETTE VOLUME 2: STEALERS, KEEPERS! TP (SECOND EDITION)
Paul Tobin (W), Colleen Coover (A/Cover)
The world's greatest thief is a costumed teen burglar by the nome d'art of Bandette, and she's been challenged for the title! The Great Thieving Race is on, as Bandette and rival Monsieur compete to steal priceless artifacts from a criminal organization and its evil leader, but their response could make this Bandette's final crime spree! Now available as a trade paperback with new cover art!
136 pages, $14.99, in stores on August 5.
BANG! #5
Matt Kindt (W/Variant Cover), Wilfredo Torres (A/Cover), Nayoung Kim (C)
Everything comes to a head as the psychotic secret agent Thomas Cord finally assembles his team for their first mission. A drug-addicted man of action, an 80-year-old female detective, a crippled billionaire with an AI-powered car, and a psychotic super spy form an unlikely team -- but they are the only team capable of saving the world from destruction at the hands of Goldmaze and a whacked-out sci-fi writer who may be the world's only hope . . . or the architect of its destruction.
32 pages, $3.99, in stores on June 24.
BARBALIEN: RED PLANET #1
Tate Brombal (W), Gabriel Hernandez Walta (A/Cover), Jordie Bellaire (C), and Aud Koch (Variant Cover)
A groundbreaking new sci-fi action series in the world of the Black Hammer universe, about prejudice, honor, and identity. Mark Markz has found his place on Earth as both a decorated police officer and as the beloved superhero, Barbalien. But in the midst of the AIDS crisis, hatred from all sides makes balancing these identities seem impossible -- especially when a Martian enemy from the past hunts him down to take him back, dead or alive.
32 pages, $3.99, in stores on June 24.
BLACK DOG: THE DREAMS OF PAUL NASH TP (SECOND EDITION)
Dave McKean (W/A/Cover)
New special edition with bonus material by Dave McKean! Best known for his collaborations with Neil Gaiman, McKean defied expectations with his stunning debut as writer and artist in Cages, winner of multiple awards for Best Graphic Album. Dark Horse proudly presents a new original graphic novel by the legendary artist based on the life of Paul Nash, a surrealist painter during World War 1. The Dreams of Paul Nash deals with real soldier's memoirs, and all the stories will add up to be a moving piece about how war and extreme situations change us, how we deal with that pain, and, in Nash's case, by turning his landscapes into powerful and fantastical psychoscapes.
120 pages, $24.99, in stores on August 19.
B.P.R.D.: THE DEVIL YOU KNOW HC
Mike Mignola (W/Cover), Scott Allie (W), Laurence Campbell (A), Sebastian Fiumara (A), Christopher Mitten (A), and Dave Stewart (C)
The explosive conclusion to the B.P.R.D. series is collected in full! Lovecraftian monsters ravage an apocalyptic earth as the B.P.R.D. fights to save what little of humanity they can. But even Hellboy is not who he once was, and whether anyone survives Varvara and the long-awaited Ragna Rok remains to be seen.
Hellboy, Abe Sapien, Liz Sherman, and other familiar faces from the B.P.R.D. gather one last time to make a final stand for humanity. This book collects the end of the B.P.R.D. as we know it. Includes B.P.R.D.: The Devil You Know volumes 1-3 and bonus material.
440 pages, $39.99, in stores on August 19.
CASTLEVANIA PIN SET
5-piece pin set sculpted in a stylized 8-bit design.
$14.99, in stores on June 3.
CASTLEVANIA MAGNET SET
Our magnet features Simon Belmont, Count Dracula, and other monsters along with floor blocks to recreate moments remembered from this classic!
$8.99, in stores on June 3.
CASTLEVANIA MAGNET 4-PACK
Four 1.25'' magnets inspired by 8-bit models as seen in the classic game! All in a handy hinged case, which measures 2.75'' x 3.5''.
$9.99, in stores on June 3.
CASTLEVANIA: SYMPHONY OF THE NIGHT PIN SET
Pin Set
Four 1.5" pins inspired by the gorgeous portrait art of Alucard, Richter Belmont, Maria Renard, and Count Dracula himself.
$14.99, in stores on June 3.
CASTLEVANIA: SYMPHONY OF THE NIGHT MAGNET SET
Our magnet set comes full of monsters and heroes (sometimes both) for you to create your own battles of good vs. evil!
$8.99, in stores on June 3.
CASTLEVANIA: SYMPHONY OF THE NIGHT MAGNET 4-PACK
Four 1.25'' magnets inspired by the character concept art all in a handy hinged case, which measures 2.75'' x 3.5''.
$9.99, in stores on June 3.
COLONEL WEIRD: COSMAGOG #3
Jeff Lemire (W), Tyler Crook (A/Cover), and John McCrea with Mike Spicer (Variant Cover)
From the world of the Black Hammer series comes a bizarre, sci-fi adventure origin story! Forced by cosmic powers to watch eternity unfold simultaneously, a dazed Colonel Weird wanders dazed through the counter-culture movement of the 60s, his own origins, and a murder investigation, struggling to find a way out of the pattern.
32 pages, $3.99, in stores on June 17.
CRONE TP
Dennis Culver (W), Justin Greenwood (A/Cover), and Brad Simpson (C)
The sword saviour and champion of men once known as Bloody Bliss is now nothing more than a reclusive old Crone. When an old enemy returns it's up to Bliss to once more defend the Three Kingdoms. Does she have the strength to answer the call for one last adventure? Only Dennis Culver (Burnouts, E is for Extinction) and Justin Greenwood (Stumptown, The Last Siege) know for sure in this story that is equal parts Unforgiven and Xena Warrior Princess. Collects the five-issue miniseries.
120 pages, $19.99, in stores on August 5.
DEAD DOG'S BITE #3
Tyler Boss (W/A/Cover) and Phillip Sevy (Variant Cover)
After a fire, Joe tries to find answers at her local library. Stop by yours today. The penultimate issue arrives.
32 pages, $4.99, in stores on June 10.
DISNEY TIM BURTON'S THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS: THE STORY OF THE MOVIE IN COMICS HC
Alessandro Ferrari (W), Massimiliano Narciso (A/C), and Kawaii Creative Studio (C)
Prepare for a twisted story of fright and delight in this retelling of the groundbreaking stop-motion film. In Halloween Town, the Pumpkin King Jack Skellington rules. When an emptiness begins to grow in him, he finds himself far from home in Christmas Town. Thinking that this is the answer to his melancholy, Jack moves to take over Christmas . . . But when a vision foretells a horrible end should Jack rule Christmas, is it already too late? The official graphic novel retelling!
56 pages, $10.99, in stores on August 12.
DISNEY VILLAINS: URSULA AND THE SEVEN SEAS #1
Sherri L. Smith (W) and Gabriele Bagnoli (A/Cover)
Unveil the sordid history of the notorious sea witch Ursula. Long before the events of Disney The Little Mermaid, Ursula was one of seven sea witches, who each ruled one of the Seven Seas with impunity. But when one of Ursula's sea sisters is found subdued, Ursula must find the culprit . . . Among the merfolk, there is one who dares defy the reign of the sea witches.
32 pages, $3.99, in stores on June 24.
DISNEY/PIXAR MONSTERS INC. AND MONSTERS UNIVERSITY: THE STORY OF THE MOVIES IN COMICS HC
TBD (W/A)
Monsters Mike Wazowski and hotshot James P. Sullivan, "Sulley," are in for a wild ride as their competitive spirit gets them in trouble at both Monsters University and at Monsters, Inc.! Along the way they'll learn the value of working together and just how powerful laughter really is in this hilarious and occasionally scary journey that brings Disney/Pixar's Monsters, Inc. and Monsters University from the screen to your fingertips!
104 pages, $14.99, in stores on August 19.
THE EC ARCHIVES: SHOCK ILLUSTRATED HC
Daniel Keyes (W), Robert Bernstein (W), Jack Oleck (W), Al Feldstein (W), John Larner (W), Jack Kamen (A/Cover), George Evans (A), Frank Frazetta (A), Graham Ingels (A), Reed Crandall (A), Al Williamson (A), Angelo Torres (A), and Rudy Nappi (A)
Enjoy the complete run of Shock Illustrated, an innovative "Picto-Fiction" magazine containing illustrated prose stories of switch parties, thrill killers, and more of society's dark underbelly -- written and illustrated by Daniel Keyes (Flowers for Algernon), Jack Kamen, Reed Crandall, Graham Ingels, and more! This archive volume contains Shock Illustrated issues 1-4. Features the lost fourth issue, with pencils from Frank Frazetta!
240 pages, $49.99, in stores on August 5.
EVERYTHING II #3
Christopher Cantwell (W) and I.N.J. Culbard (A/C/Cover)
Who is Marshall Gooder . . . and what in his twisted past led to Everything? The origin story of the man . . . and the monster.
32 pages, $3.99, in stores on June 17.
GANTZ OMNIBUS VOLUME 6 TP
Hiroya Oku (W/A/Cover)
Once a fearful conscript into the team of Gantz warriors, Kei Kurono is born-again hard in the invisible war against an endless stream of bizarre alien invaders. But the off-world intruders are now taking human form, and even a friend may be a foe!
680 pages, black and whte, $24.99, in stores on August 12.
GERT AND THE SACRED STONES TP
Marco Rocchi (W) and Francesca Carita (A/Cover)
This timely tale of an endless war between humans and nature follows young orphan Gert, whose land is shrouded in a thick fog hiding ferocious, fantastical animals that besiege her village. Gert sets out to make sure no one else suffers what she has as a result of the war, but to do this she'll have to do what is forbidden of young women like her: become a warrior. Unfazed, Gert sneaks into the initiation test, beginning an adventure that will prove to be about much more than revenge. Gert's journey will teach her to accept hard truths, rethink the glorification of war and violence, and prove if she can be the unlikely hero to reimagine her people's future. An insightful story of conflict, reconciliation, and the unique power of young people to change their world for the better.
160 pages, $14.99, in stores on August 26.
GOD OF WAR: FALLEN GOD #1
Chris Roberson (W), Tony Parker (A), Dan Jackson (C), and Dave Rapoza (Cover)
Can a man ever be free of his past? Can the tides of time ever wash away the bloody sands of sin? Or do transpired trespasses permanently and inescapably stain one's soul? After conquering Zeus and thwarting Athena, Kratos believes himself to be finally free from his bondage. He sets sail for the desert in an attempt to distance himself from his home and his shame only to find his rage and guilt follow close behind. Kratos rages against the one foe that has proven to be unconquerable -- himself. But a war against oneself is unwinnable, and only invites madness. An all-new tale, set between the events of God of War III and God of War (2018)!
32 pages, $3.99, in stores on June 24.
GOD OF WAR: LORE AND LEGENDS HC
Rick Barba (W)
A hardcover tome that authentically recreates Atreus's journal as seen in God of War, with expanded lore written in collaboration with game director Cory Barlog! The game is brought to life in a tangible and exciting new way as readers are invited to plumb the lore of God of War through the eyes of Kratos's son, Atreus. This hardcover volume chronicles Atreus and Kratos's journey through the fabled Nine Realms, from the wildwoods of Midgard to the mountains of Jotunheim and beyond. In addition to the record of their mythic journey, this wonderous collection also includes a bestiary that was assembled during those travels, intimate dossiers of the characters that inhabit the masterfully crafted universe, and much more!
120 pages, $34.99, in stores on August 5.
GRENDEL: DEVIL'S ODYSSEY #7
Matt Wagner (W/A/Cover), Brennan Wagner (C), and Rob Guillory (Variant Cover)
Grendel Prime's crusade as the "White Warrior" becomes legendary on the planet known as Bojan Feq. But his campaign of nonviolent resistance to overturn and eradicate the practice known as "the Ordeal" eventually brings him into conflict with the leader of that world's largest caste -- a ruthless despot known as Gama Gorach!
32 pages, $3.99, in stores on June 24.
HENCHGIRL TP (SECOND EDITION)
Kristen Gudsnuk (W/A/Cover)
Mary Posa hates her job. She works long hours for little pay, no insurance, and worst of all, no respect. Her coworkers are jerks and her boss doesn't appreciate her. He's also a supervillain. Cursed with a conscience, Mary would give anything to be something other than a Henchgirl. This second edition printing offers the humor and henching you love, along with an extra, new Henchgirl story!
336 pages, $19.99, in stores on August 26.
INVISIBLE KINGDOM #11
G. Willow Wilson (W) and Christian Ward (A/C/Cover)
The final arc of the acclaimed series begins . . . in the Point of No Return! The strange new Nones have whisked the Sundog into a far more perilous edge of space -- and they need Vess. Will she choose Grix . . . or the unthinkable?
32 pages, $3.99, in stores on June 24.
KILL WHITEY DONOVAN TP
Sydney Duncan (W), Natalie Barahona (A), Jason Pearson (Cover)
