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Direct Edition. Quest for the Shield: Part 1 of 6 - "Guardians of the Galaxy!" Written by Jim Valentino. Art by Jim Valentino and Steve Montano. Charlie 27 is a fifth generation militia-man and the sole survivor of Earth's Jupiter colony. Martinex, last survivor of Earth's colony on Pluto, can manipulate fire and ice and is the team's reluctant leader. Nikki, last survivor of Earth's Mercury colony, has super human agility and a fiery attitude to match. Major Vance Astro, first Earthman to the stars, is the last survivor of the 20th Century and the master of the mutant power of psychokinesis. Yondu, last son of Earth's only extra-stellar colony, Centauri IV, is a primitive mystic and weapons master. Aleta is the mistress of light. Starhawk, enigmatic mutant from the planet Arcturus, wields the power of light and shares his physical being with Aleta. He is "The One Who Knows." They are seven extraordinary super-beings, all survivors of interstellar war. Now they roam the cosmos of the 31st Century aboard the starship Captain America. Their mission – to safeguard the Milky Way! NOTE: For early adventures with the Guardians check out Marvel Presents (1975 Marvel) #3-12, Thor (19662-96) Annual #6, and Avengers: The Korvac Saga HC (2010). Plus, Vance Astro is the future counterpart to the member of the New Warriors and future Avenger Marvel Boy/Justice.

"My Pad and Welcome to it!" continues the hilarious, highly deranged saga of Neat Stuff's Buddy Bradley, a drinking, smoking, comic book and record collecting slacker who has moved from New Jersey to Seattle and now lives in a filthy little apartment with two friends of questionable repute: a paranoid nerd (George Hamilton) and boorish, self-centered party animal appropriately named "Stinky." The issue also contains "Prisoners of Hate Island," a semi-autobiographical piece that actually stars cartoonist Peter Bagge and Fantagraphics publisher Gary Groth. Written and drawn by Peter Bagge.

Limited (1 for 10) Variant Cover by RYAN OTTLEY. Written by ROBERT KIRKMAN. Art by GREG CAPULLO, RYAN OTTLEY and TODD McFARLANE. McFARLANE and KIRKMAN'S HAUNT HAS ARRIVED! Daniel Kilgore is dragged into his estranged brother Kurt's secret life of murder and espionage... by his ghost. With no training whatsoever, guided by the spirit of his secret-agent brother, Daniel must now solve his brother's murder and save the world - or die trying! It all starts here, people: Witness the birth of HAUNT! 32 pages, full color.

Cover by ED MCGUINNESS. Written by JEPH LOEB. Art by ED McGUINNESS & MARK FARMER, with HERB TRIMPE (1 page), TIM SALE (3 pages), DALE KEOWN (2 pages), SAL BUSCEMA (3 pages), IAN CHURCHILL (4 pages), LEINIL YU & GERRY ALANGUILAN (4 pages), JOHN ROMITA, JR. & KLAUS JANSON (3 pages) and MIKE DEODATO (4 pages). WORLD WAR HULKS RAGES ON! Not a dream. Not a hoax. THE ORIGIN OF THE RED HULK. 'Nuff Said. 48 PGS

Limited 1 for 20 Variant Cover by GABRIEL HARDMAN. Scorched Earth: Part 1 - Written by JEFF PARKER, Penciled by GABRIEL HARDMAN. Take cover, here comes a rampaging engine of awesome force- and we're talking about our new creative team of Jeff Parker and Gabriel Hardman bringing Hulk into a new age of sci-fi adventure! The score has been settled, Red Hulk has been beaten by Green Hulk decisively. The war is over and Steve Rogers is on tap to give these explosive characters a sense of direction! Red Hulk heads out to deal with a deadly contingency plan left behind by Leader and MODOK, for once on the side of the angels. But IRON MAN didn't get the message... 40 PGS./Rated T+

Future Imperfect: Part 1 of 2 - Written by Peter David. Art and Cover by George Perez. This two-issue bookshelf comic features an embossed cover! The green behemoth is whisked away to an alternate timeline where he's the only protection against the Maestro, his alternate future persona! First appearance of the Maestro. Also featuring Rick Jones and Janis (Rick Jones' great granddaughter). Softcover, 48 pages, full color.

"Whatever Happened to 3-D Man?" Guest-starring 3-D Man and Doc Samson. Story by Bill Mantlo. Art by Sal Buscema. Bruce Banner stumbles upon a family that harbors a secret from Marvel's past. Hal Chandler contains within him the triple threat power of 3-D Man. But what will this hero from the sixties do when he finds out that his house guest is in fact the wanted monster known as the Incredible Hulk. Plus, a case of mistaken identity sees Rick Jones, Doc Samson, Betty, and the rest under attack by the Woodgod. 32 pages.

Newsstand Edition. 2nd appearance of Rocket Raccoon (see Marvel Preview #7 for 1st appearance). Story by Bill Mantlo. Art by Sal Buscema. The Hulk celebrates his 20th Anniversary with one of the most offbeat stories of all. Following the events of last issue, Hulk hurtles through the void only to run into the marvelous Rocket Raccoon and his band of colorful friends. Can the Hulk aid Rocket and his crew against the machiavellian Judson Jakes and his sinister scientist, the tortoise Uncle Pyko? 32 pages.

"Call of the Desert." Guest-starring Doc Samson. Story by John Byrne. Art by John Byrne and Bob Wiacek. His long exile unexpectedly at an end, the Incredible Hulk has returned to Earth and he is not happy. As Doc Samson pursues the Green Goliath, he finds the Hulk surrounded and under siege by some of his deadliest enemies. Can even the Hulk stand against the Juggernaut, Modok, Rhino, Abomination, and the Leader?

"Member of the Wedding." Guest-starring Doc Samson. Story and Art by John Byrne. Additional inks by Keith Williams. It's the return of professional sidekick Rick Jones (last seen in Rom #72), and just in time to be the best man at the wedding of Bruce Banner and Betty Ross. But things do not go off without a hitch as an unexpected wedding crasher you won't believe arrives. Meanwhile, the Hulkbusters engage their adversary. 32 pages.

Direct Edition. Fall of the Mutants crossover. "Vicious Circle!" Guest-starring Wolverine. Uncanny X-Men cameo. Story by Peter David. Art by Todd McFarlane. The Canadian mutant and the Incredible Hulk have never had a friendly relationship. This is their second and arguably most vicious battle to date. As the X-Men make their way to their ultimate fate at Forge's tower in Dallas (also see Uncanny X-Men #225-227), Wolverine separates from the group to confront a familiar scent. Before the Canuckle-Head can explain that he's not here for a fight, the Hulk, who hasn't forgotten their last meeting, attacks.

Direct Edition. Fall of the Mutants crossover. "Vicious Circle!" Guest-starring Wolverine. Uncanny X-Men cameo. Story by Peter David. Art by Todd McFarlane. The Canadian mutant and the Incredible Hulk have never had a friendly relationship. This is their second and arguably most vicious battle to date. As the X-Men make their way to their ultimate fate at Forge's tower in Dallas (also see Uncanny X-Men #225-227), Wolverine separates from the group to confront a familiar scent. Before the Canuckle-Head can explain that he's not here for a fight, the Hulk, who hasn't forgotten their last meeting, attacks.

Direct Edition. Fall of the Mutants crossover. "Vicious Circle!" Guest-starring Wolverine. Uncanny X-Men cameo. Story by Peter David. Art by Todd McFarlane. The Canadian mutant and the Incredible Hulk have never had a friendly relationship. This is their second and arguably most vicious battle to date. As the X-Men make their way to their ultimate fate at Forge's tower in Dallas (also see Uncanny X-Men #225-227), Wolverine separates from the group to confront a familiar scent. Before the Canuckle-Head can explain that he's not here for a fight, the Hulk, who hasn't forgotten their last meeting, attacks.

Direct Edition. Fall of the Mutants crossover. "Vicious Circle!" Guest-starring Wolverine. Uncanny X-Men cameo. Story by Peter David. Art by Todd McFarlane. The Canadian mutant and the Incredible Hulk have never had a friendly relationship. This is their second and arguably most vicious battle to date. As the X-Men make their way to their ultimate fate at Forge's tower in Dallas (also see Uncanny X-Men #225-227), Wolverine separates from the group to confront a familiar scent. Before the Canuckle-Head can explain that he's not here for a fight, the Hulk, who hasn't forgotten their last meeting, attacks.

Newsstand Edition. Fall of the Mutants crossover. "Vicious Circle!" Guest-starring Wolverine. Uncanny X-Men cameo. Story by Peter David. Art by Todd McFarlane. The Canadian mutant and the Incredible Hulk have never had a friendly relationship. This is their second and arguably most vicious battle to date. As the X-Men make their way to their ultimate fate at Forge's tower in Dallas (also see Uncanny X-Men #225-227), Wolverine separates from the group to confront a familiar scent. Before the Canuckle-Head can explain that he's not here for a fight, the Hulk, who hasn't forgotten their last meeting, attacks.

Newsstand Edition. Fall of the Mutants crossover. "Vicious Circle!" Guest-starring Wolverine. Uncanny X-Men cameo. Story by Peter David. Art by Todd McFarlane. The Canadian mutant and the Incredible Hulk have never had a friendly relationship. This is their second and arguably most vicious battle to date. As the X-Men make their way to their ultimate fate at Forge's tower in Dallas (also see Uncanny X-Men #225-227), Wolverine separates from the group to confront a familiar scent. Before the Canuckle-Head can explain that he's not here for a fight, the Hulk, who hasn't forgotten their last meeting, attacks.

"No Human Fears." Nick Fury cameo. Story by Peter David. Art by Todd McFarlane. As the Leader reveals his ultimate plans, the Hulk is confronted by Half-Life. The last time Hulk faced this abomination it nearly killed him, but he was able to rend the creature limb-from-limb. What will the Hulk do now that the Leader has outfitted Half-Life with indestructible armor. 32 pages.

First Printing. Direct Edition. "Honey, I Shrunk the Hulk." Guest-starring Doc Samson. Story by Peter David. Art by Dale Keown and Bob McLeod. Ever wonder why the Hulk is so darn mad all the time? Super psychiatrist Doc Samson sits down with perhaps the most fractured psyche in the world and finds out what makes Bruce Banner tick. Samson, grey Hulk, green Hulk, and Banner delve deep into the scientist's sub-conscious and what they find will shock you. By story's end Bruce Banner and the Hulk will never be the same again. 36 pages.

Christmas story. "Rhino Plastered." Story by Peter David. Art by Bill Jaaska and Jeff Albrecht. All during the grey Hulk run readers demanded the return of a certain villain. This issue delivers on that wish. The Incredible Hulk vs. Santa Claus? Not really but what on Earth could possibly convince the Hulk and Rhino to stop fighting long enough to play Santa and Santa's helper for the boys and girls? You have to read it to believe it. 32 pages.

Cover by Mike Deodato Jr. It's the first appearance of the Thunderbolts in the aptly-titled "Introducing the Thunderbolts," script by Peter David, pencils by Mike Deodato Jr., inks by Tom Wegrzyn; Hulk and Janis are attacked by the Thunderbolts; Hulk is hurt during the fight, and breaks the wall of a dam to switch their attention onto saving citizen lives; At the end of the issue we see the Hulk falling on his knees, grabbing his chest. Characters: Hulk (Bruce Banner); Thunderbolts (Citizen V; Mach-1; Songbird; Techno; Atlas; Meteorite) ; Janis Jones. 36 pgs., full color. $1.50.

Mark Jeweler Advertisement Insert Variant. "Quality of Life!" Story by Peter David. Art by Todd McFarlane and Pablo Marcos. What could possibly make a battered wife stand between the Hulk and her abusive husband? Plus, who is Ramon and what does he mean to Betty Banner? 32 pages.

2nd printing - Variant Cover by Bryan Hitch - Planet Hulk: Exile 1/4 - Written by GREG PAK Penciled by CARLO PAGULAYAN. Savage alien planet. Oppressed barbarian tribes. Corrupt emperor. Deadly woman warrior. Gladiators and slaves. Battle axes and hand blasters. Monsters and heroes...And the Incredible Hulk! Let the smashing commence! PLANET HULK BEGINS!!! 32 PGS./T+ SUGGESTED FOR TEENS AND UP

Reprints the original Incredible Hulk #181 in German with a four-page afterword. Distributed as an exclusive bonus comic in a foreign comic multi-pack (Marvel Jubiläum Pack 8) with four other Marvel Deutschland comics. First full Wolverine story (cameo appearance in previous issue). Cover art by Herb Trimpe. And Now...The Wolverine!, script by Len Wein, pencils by Herb Trimpe, inks by Jack Abel; Canadian super-agent Wolverine teams up with the Hulk to battle Wendigo; Once the monster is felled, however, Wolvie turns on the Hulk and the two battle; Marie goes ahead with her plans of trying to transfer the power of the Wendigo into the Hulk but when the guilt becomes too much for best friend Georges who feels responsible for Paul's monstrous condition, he works the change on himself; Paul Cartier is returned to human form and Georges becomes the Wendigo. 28 pages.

Gold foil stamped variant, limited to 200 copies. Reprints the original Incredible Hulk #181 in German with a four-page afterword. The regular variant was distributed as an exclusive bonus comic in a foreign comic multi-pack (Marvel Jubiläum Pack 8) with four other Marvel Deutschland comics. First full Wolverine story (cameo appearance in previous issue). Cover art by Herb Trimpe. And Now...The Wolverine!, script by Len Wein, pencils by Herb Trimpe, inks by Jack Abel; Canadian super-agent Wolverine teams up with the Hulk to battle Wendigo; Once the monster is felled, however, Wolvie turns on the Hulk and the two battle; Marie goes ahead with her plans of trying to transfer the power of the Wendigo into the Hulk but when the guilt becomes too much for best friend Georges who feels responsible for Paul's monstrous condition, he works the change on himself; Paul Cartier is returned to human form and Georges becomes the Wendigo. 28 pages.

"Double Lives!" Story by Roger Stern. Art by Steve Rude and Al Milgrom. One is half a ton of primordial rage and fury and the product of modern science. The other is the last son of the doomed planet Krypton and endowed with abilities far beyond those of mortal men. Rendered in nostalgic 1950's-style artwork, this book tells the tale of "What if these two met?" What if these comic book icons had been born under the same banner? What will happen when the man-monster known as the Hulk, the strongest one there is, meets Superman, the Man of Steel and perhaps the greatest superhero of them all?

Gold foil enhanced cover. Cover pencils by Ron Lim, inks by Al Milgrom. "Epiphany," script by Jim Starlin, pencils by Ron Lim, inks by Al Milgrom; Adam Warlock senses a cosmic disturbance and contacts Eternity to talk about it; Eternity rebuffs him and he is then confronted by his good half, the Goddess, who zaps him away; The most spiritual minded of the heroes of earth are contacted by the Goddess and asked to join in her crusade for universal enlightnement; They join her quest and are teleported away, leaving confused teammates behind; As the remaining heroes gather to try and figure out where their missing companions have gone, the Goddess forms a planet and Paradise Omega for her followers. Cont in Warlock Chronicles #1. 52 pgs., full color. $3.50.

Direct Edition. Part 1 of 6. "God!" Story by Jim Starlin. Art by George Perez, Joe Rubinstein and Tom Christopher. Story continued from Thanos Quest #1-2 and Silver Surfer (1987-98 2nd Series) #50. The Silver Surfer crashes to earth and into the Sanctum Sanctorum of one Doctor Strange. The Sentinel of the Spaceways, barely alive after a grueling ordeal, arrives with the warning that the mad Titan, Thanos, has achieved ultimate power. Combining the Infinity Gems into the ominous Infinity Gauntlet, Thanos has become master of the mind, space, time, power, reality and the soul. And with his first act of nigh-omnipotent power Thanos eradicates half the population in the universe. Can the surviving heroes of Earth mount an offensive against this supreme power for evil and destruction, plus who are the mysterious new players who've just arrived on the scene?

While on security detail at a rock concert, the team contends with Chroma's ballad of devastation in "Concert In The Key Of...Chroma". Part 1 of 2, continued next issue. Script by Roy Thomas, co-plot by Dann Thomas, pencils by Todd McFarlane, inks by Tony DeZuniga. McFarlane/DeZuniga cover.

(W) Robert Kirkman (A) Cory Walker (Cover) Cory Walker & Bill Crabtree. FC 32pp $2.95 Ongoing monthly series In stores the week of June 4th The Concept: Mark Grayson is just like most everyone else his age. He's a senior at a normal American high School. He has a crappy part time job after school and on weekends. He likes girls quite a bit... but doesn't quite understand them. He enjoys hanging out with his friends, and sleeping late on Saturdays... at least until the good cartoons come on. The only difference between Mark and everyone else is that his father is the most powerful superhero on the planet, and as of late, he seems to be inheriting his father's powers. Which sounds okay at first, but how do you follow in your father's footsteps when you know you will never live up to his standards? This Issue: IT CAME FROM OUTERSPACE... and it was ready to fight! Mark is sent out into space by his father to deal with an all too familiar villain. It seems his father is too busy saving the world with The Guardians of the Globe and he needs Mark to fill in for him. Mark's lazy Sunday afternoon is ruined when he's forced to face his most formidable foe so far! Lucky for him, though, his mother is cooking pork chops tonight... his favorite.

"Escape from Heaven's Hand!" Part 1 of 2. Plot by David Michelinie and Bob Layton. Script by David Michelinie. Art by John Romita Jr. (breakdowns) and Bob Layton (finishes). Cover by Bob Layton (art) and Eliot Brown (photo background). In his new stealth armor, Iron Man slips into East Germany to rescue the woman he loves! The golden avenger successfully breaches the heavily-fortified complex where Bethany is being held...and then gets the shock of life! He must not only save Beth, but also her husband! What? Where did he come from? With his head spinning and heart breaking, Tony dons his traditional red and gold armor! Can Shell-Head fight off the East German security forces and still get everyone to safety in West Berlin? An excellent issue! First appearance of the stealth armor. Cameo appearances by Jim Rhodes and the Living Laser. 32 pages.

"War Machine" Part 2 of 3. First (full) appearance of the War Machine armor. Script by Len Kaminski. Pencils by Kevin Hopgood. Inks by Bob Wiacek. Cover by Kevin Hopgood and Bob Wiacek. The Masters of Silence came to Stark Enterprises last issue looking for a fight! And now the trio is getting one in spades thanks to the War Machine armor! In a remarkable display of firepower; Tony Stark, clad in the new gray & white armor, trounces his would-be assassins! In the meantime, Jim Rhodes contacts SHIELD to learn who framed Stark Enterprises for the deadly accident in Japan! And it turns out to be someone the armored avenger knows very, very well! Cameo appearances by Justin Hammer and Nick Fury. (Note: The cover to issue 282 was reprinted as the cover to Iron Man (1968 1st series) Marvel Legends Reprint 281.) 32 pages.

Direct Edition with poster included. Cover pencils by Steve Vance, inks by Bill Morrison; Itchy and Scratchy's cartoon mayhem extends into their real lives when they enter a race around the world. Diagram of Itchy and Scratchy's body parts. A list of Itchy and Scratchy's top 40 things...all of them violent. 36 pgs., full color. $2.25.

Written by KURT BUSIEK Cover & pencils by GEORGE PÉREZ. The most eagerly awaited story in comics' history continues! Featuring EVERY character who has ever been a member of both teams. Can you successfully identify every character featured? The Avengers and the JLA have confronted their foemen - now it's time to party! But as echoes of the past intrude on the present, something is terrifyingly wrong. Co-published by DC Comics! FC, 48pg/MARVEL PSR (3 of 4) $5.95

WRITTEN BY KURT BUSIEK; ART AND COVER BY GEORGE PÉREZ Celebrate the finale of the biggest crossover in comics history! The World's Greatest team-up of Earths' Mightiest Heroes climaxes with the fate of both universes hanging in the balance! This one is crammed full of everything you read comics for.

An entity that's destabilizing Earth's technology is also abducting past members of the Titans, leaving the JLA to figure out a plan of attack in the 38-page "One of Ours." Appearances by Starfire, Argent, Changeling, Prysm, Fringe, Flash (Wally West), Martian Manhunter, Big Barda, Orion, Steel, Green Lantern (Kyle Rayner), Oracle, Batman, Superman, Zauriel, Huntress, Robin (Tim Drake), Nightwing, Wonder Woman, Raven, Donna Troy, Cyborg, Aquaman, Atom, Terra II, Plastic Man, Omen. Co-plot & dialogue by Devin Grayson, co-plot & pencils by Phil Jimenez, inks by Andy Lanning. Cover by Jimenez.

Direct Edition. Variant Cover by Dave Cockrum. Gil Kane art. George Perez inks. Walt Simonson script. NOTE: $2.50 cover price.

Limited 1 for 10 White Lantern Variant Cover by RYAN SOOK, FERNANDO PASARIN & JOEL GOMEZ Written by JUDD WINICK Breakdowns by KEITH GIFFEN art by AARON LOPRESTI DC's biweekly JUSTICE LEAGUE event continues! Justice League International has re-formed and tracked Maxwell Lord to Checkmate headquarters. Their plan is simple: break into Checkmate - one of the most heavily guarded facilities on the planet - and capture Max so he can pay for his crimes. But Max has more than one trick up his sleeve as he turns the entire world against the JLI and shows Booster Gold, Captain Atom, Fire, Ice, Blue Beetle and Rocket Red what it truly means to be lost... 32 pg, FC

Jim Starlin cover for "Darkseid Rising!" (story line runs through #183-185) the annual team-up for the Justice League of America and the Justice Society of America takes place. This year the two teams, even with an assist from the New Gods, have their work cut out for them as they take on none other than Darkseid himself! Written by Gerry Conway with art by George Perez and inks by Frank McLaughlin. This issue features Superman, Batman, Green Lantern, Doctor Fate, Powergirl, Mister Miracle, Geoforce, and the the Huntress.

The ultimate origin! Red Tornado revealed! "Secret of Genesis" is written by Gerry Conway, with art by George Perez and John Beatty. Continued from last issue. Characters: Aquaman; Red Tornado [Tornado Tyrant/Tornado Champion] Batman [Earth-1]; Wonder Woman [Earth-1]; Firestorm; Flash [Barry Allen]; Superman [Earth-1]; Green Lantern [Hal Jordan] (all as the Justice League of America/JLA); T. O. Morrow (villain); Kathy Sutton; Traya; Adam Strange (flashback); Alanna (flashback); Martian Manhunter [J'onn J'onzz] (flashback); Kanjar Ro (flashback); Green Arrow [Earth-1] (flashback). PLUS: Meet the sensational all-new All-Star Squadron in a special 16-page prevue pull-out! Written by Roy Thomas, with art by Rich Buckler and Jerry Ordway. Characters: Wonder Woman [Earth-2]; Flash [Jay Garrick]; Dr. Mid-Nite; Johnny Thunder [Earth-2]; Starman [Ted Knight]; Johnny Thunder's Thunderbolt; Robin [Earth-2]; Superman [Earth-2]; Green Lantern [Alan Scott]; Hawkman [Carter Hall]; Atom [Al Pratt]; Dr. Fate; Shining Knight; Spectre [Jim Corrigan]; Sandman [Wesley Dodds]; Batman [Earth-2] (all as the Justice Society of America/JSA); Crimson Avenger; Vigilante [Greg Sanders]; Green Arrow [Earth-2]; Speedy [Earth-2]; Shining Knight; Star-Spangled Kid; Stripesy (all as the Seven Soldiers of Victory, flashback); Danette Reilly (intro, later Firebrand); Johnny Quick (cameo); Tubby (cameo); Solomon Grundy; Liberty Belle (cameo); Sky Pirate (villain); Inza Nelson (cameo); Wotan (villain); Rod Reilly (cameo); Professor Zodiak (villain); green kryptonite; The Monster (villain); Robotman [Dr. Robert Crane] (cameo); Franklin Delano Roosevelt (cameo). Cover by George Perez.

First 60c issue. George Perez cover for "Targets on Two Worlds!" (story line runs through #195-197) the annual team-up for the Justice League of America and the Justice Society of America takes place. This year the two teams take on the Secret Society of Super-Villains! Co-written by Gerry Conway and George Perezwith art by Perez and inks by John Beatty. This issue features Superman I and II, Batman, Wonder Woman, SA Flash, the Atom, Hourman, Hawkman, Firestorm, the Huntress and Jimmy Olsen. NOTE: This issue features a beautiful full 2-page pin-up scene depicting members of the JLA qand the JSA, 32 heroes in all, beautifully rendered by George Perez, a past master at this sort of thing!

Cover by Chuck Patton and Dick Giordano. "…The End of the Justice League. Story by Gerry Conway. Pencils by Chuck Patton. Inks by Dave Hunt. JLA Detroit begins here. Disgusted that the Earth was almost conquered while many Leaguers were away, Aquaman dissolves the old League to create a new group committed to being a team full time. A few old members stick around, joined by new characters Steel, Vixen, Vibe and Gypsy. 48 pages. Full color.

Written by Brad Meltzer Art by Ed Benes & Sandra Hope. Cover by Ed Benes. It begins here - a bold new era for the World's Greatest Heroes by New York Times best-selling author Brad Meltzer and superstar artist Ed Benes! It's Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman...and the true roster of members who will become the new Justice League of America. Join us as we head into 'The Tornado's Path.'

The Lightning Saga: Part 6 of 5 - Written by Brad Meltzer Art by Ed Benes & Sandra Hope Cover by Michael Turner. Best-selling author Brad Meltzer and superstar artist Ed Benes bring you the final chapter of 'The Lightning Saga,' as the villains are revealed! 32 pg, FC

Written by MARK MILLAR Pencils by JOHN ROMITA JR. The greatest super hero comic of all-time is finally here. WOLVERINE: ENEMY OF THE STATE's team of MARK MILLAR (CIVIL WAR) and JOHN ROMITA JR. (WORLD WAR HULK) reunite for the best new book of the 21st century. Have you ever wanted to be a super hero? Dreamed of donning a mask and just heading outside to some kick-ass? Well, this is the book for you--the comic that starts where other super hero books draw the line. KICK-ASS is realistic super heroes taken to the next level. Miss out and you're an idiot!

"Lies!" Written by Chris Claremont. Art by Al Milgrom. NOTE: The events of this story take place after Uncanny X-Men (1963-2011) #183. Heartbroken after her break up with Peter (Colossus), Kitty decides to go home to her parents to recoup. While there, she over hears a peculiar exchange between her father and some business associates from overseas. Fearing for her father's life, Kitty follows him to Japan to help in any way she can. But in the Land of the Rising Sun, Kitty is alone, cold, hungry, and soon finds herself in way over her head. But this is nothing compared to the startlingly revelation that her very own father may be falling in with the Yakuza. 32 pages, FC. NOTE: 1st appearance of Ogun (in civilian clothes).

Marvel Comics' official comic adaptation of the 1983 movie "Krull." In this issue, on the day of his wedding, Colwyn's bride, Lyssa, is kidnapped and so the young prince, with the help of an ancient weapon, Ynyr the Old One, Ergo a shapeshifter and a group of thieves, sets out on a quest to rescue her in part one of this adaptation. Script by David Michelinie and art by Bret Blevins & Vince Colletta.

Premium Cover. By Brian Pulido & Richard Ortiz Celebrating 15 years of Lady Death in print, we unleash the first ever Lady Death Annual! This super-sized tome is one giant self-contained story by creator Brian Pulido and super-star artist Richard Ortiz! Atop an isolated, monolithic castle, Lady Death, Wargoth, and Satasha, celebrate the Blackland's holiday, Tombsmass. Unknown to them, The Infernal, an unimaginable evil intent on killing them, invades their rare solace. Can Lady Death and her cohorts survive against an unstoppable, supernatural murdering machine? And why is The Infernal here? Could one of them have called it? The answers will melt your mind! Slasher horror on an epic, medieval scale! Featuring a whole host of super-star covers including the regular, wraparound and premium by Richard Ortiz, the painted by Carlos Valenzuela, the Martin and Nemesis covers by Matt Martin, a cover by Juan Jose Ryp, and a special leather cover by Gabriel Rearte limited to just 600 copies!

Cover by Garrie Gastonny. (W) Brian Pulido, Mike Wolfer (A) Marcelo Mueller Lady Death is back in an all-new, on-going monthly series! The most popular femme fatale in comics returns with a vicious new tale that delivers for both new and old readers! Lady Death's quest to recover the fragments of her mysterious past and otherworldly powers begins! Living as a simple thief among a family of renegades and robbers, Illadra now knows that her existence is a mere facade, masking a heritage of horror and incredible abilities that were born in the dimension called 'The Nether Realm.' Tortured by fragments of nightmares and the glimpses of a past life long-forgotten, Illadra knows that her soul will not rest until she has recovered that which was stolen from her by the entity known as 'Death Queen.' But her journey may end before it has begun, as a monstrous, werewolf assassin is dispatched through the dimensional breach to hunt Illadra and destroy her before she can recover her lost powers. Co-written by Mike (Gravel, Wolfskin) Wolfer and original creator Brian Pulido, this series promises to be the most powerful Lady Death tale ever! Amazing new talent Marcelo Mueller provides the luscious art and Digikore brings the dramatic colors wrapped in a stunning new cover by Garrie (Supergod) Gastonny! Also available with a Wraparound cover by Juan Jose Ryp and a special Art Deco Retailer Order Incentive by painter Michael Dipascale!

Carlos Ferreira Cover. by Brian Pulido & Gabriel Guzman Lady Death is in for the fight of her life in this all-new 4 issue series! There are dire omens in the sky and the air is full of fear as the long, cold shadow of Sagos stretches across the Blacklands, growing darker with each passing night. Lady Death continues her quest to rescue her mother's soul but now has a new foe, the vampire queen Stygmata who lives inside blood itself! Can even the help of Wargoth and Satasha help her overcome this villianess? As well as the regular cover by series artist Gabriel Guzman, this issue is available with a Wraparound and Premium cover by Guzman, a Ryp cover by Juan Jose Ryp, a Ferreira cover by Carlos Ferreira, and a Rearte cover by Gabriel Rearte. REGULAR?32pgs, FC (2 of 4)SRP: $3.99 WRAPAROUND?32pgs, FCSRP: $3.99 FERREIRA?32pgs, FCSRP: $3.99 REARTE?32pgs, FCSRP: $3.99 RYP?32pgs, FCSRP: $3.99 PREMIUM?32pgs, FCSRP: $9.99

Mythic cover by Daniel HDR. Written by Brian Pulido. Art by Wellinton Alves. Celebrate 15 years of Lady Death with this special one shot that features and all-new Lady Death short story by stellar new artist Wellinton Alves. When Lady Death seeks vengeance on a weapons maker that's done her wrong, she finds herself in a horrifying situation she can't get out of! Pure undiluted horror with Lady Death caught in the middle! 16 pages, B&W.