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Stories by Bruce Jones. Art by Adrian Moro, Ken Hooper and Rico Rival. Cover by Dave Stevens. Blackthorne Publishing resurrects the original Planet Comics title published by Fiction House in the 1940s-50s. Writer Bruce Jones even revives Matt Baker's gypsy adventurer, Flamingo, and original Planet Comics heroes Bowman and Lyssa, Queen of the Lost World, battling the reptilian Voltamen to free Earth. Featuring a great cover by beloved good-girl artist (and Rocketeer creator) Dave Stevens. Hunt Bowman in The Lost World; Flamingo; Secret Circle. 32 pages, Full Color.

A double-sized issue with two fun stories! The Pokemon sneak away from their masters to visit Bulbasaur's secret garden. See them speak their own language in this special issue! Then, some familiar faces return?including Professor Oak, Clefairy, and Clefable ? to help a little girl protect her pet Jigglypuff from Team Rocket! Will these evildoers stoop so low as to steal Pokemon from a baby? (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Available only in North America, Australia, Puerto Rico, and the U.K. b&w, 48pg (1 of 4) (Note Price)$3.50"

Cover art by Jae Lee. The Murder Men, script by Chuck Dixon, pencils by Rod Whigham, inks by Enrique Villagran; Kingpin grabs Punisher and gives him tips on how to take down the Mob. Continued from Punisher War Zone #41, continued in Punisher War Journal #80. 4 of 4. 36 pgs. $1.50.

Cover art by Jim Lee and Klaus Janson. Trauma in Paradise, script by Carl Potts, pencils by Jim Lee, inks by Al Milgrom and Don Hudson; Punisher and Microchip face off against drug dealers in Hawaii, bringing that story arc to a close. 36 pgs. $1.50.

Red Foil Embossed Cover. Cover/Art by Jim Balent. Written by Brian Pulido.

Free comic. Based on game by Capcom. Bill Sienkiwicz cover.

The Joker escapes from Arkham Asylum and finds his gang being led by Mister Freeze, as Robin follows a lead in order to get to the Clown Prince of Crime in "The Funniest Thing Happened..." Script by Chuck Dixon, art by Tom Lyle & Bob Smith.

Deluxe format comic sized version. Based on the story & screenplay by Frank Miller & Walon Green. By Alan Grant and Mark Bagley. Collects the 3-Issue Limited Series.

Die-cut cover, painted cover art by Mark Texeira. Home is the Hunter, script by Larry Hama, art by Mark Texeira; Sabretooth is tied down to an operating table with a bomb placed inside his chest; Tribune wants him to kill Mystique. The story takes place after the events in Wolverine #64.Wolverine appearance. Sabertooth pinup by Travis Charest. Sabertooth pinup by Michael Golden. Back cover art by Mark Texeira. 4-Issue Limited Series. 40 pgs. $2.95.

52-page giant. 1st app of Morpheus, the Modern Age Sandman. Sleep of the Just [Master of Dreams Part 1], script by Neil Gaiman, art by Sam Kieth and Mike Dringenberg; Roderick Burgess, seeking to trap Death, snares her brother Dream instead; After many years of captivity, Morpheus is released and takes his revenge. Wesley Dodds (Golden Age Sandman) cameo appearance. (See also Books of Magic, Vertigo Jam, and Vertigo Preview)Catwoman ad, art by Michael Bair. 52 pgs., full color. $2.00.

52-page giant. 1st app of Morpheus, the Modern Age Sandman. Sleep of the Just [Master of Dreams Part 1], script by Neil Gaiman, art by Sam Kieth and Mike Dringenberg; Roderick Burgess, seeking to trap Death, snares her brother Dream instead; After many years of captivity, Morpheus is released and takes his revenge. Wesley Dodds (Golden Age Sandman) cameo appearance. (See also Books of Magic, Vertigo Jam, and Vertigo Preview)Catwoman ad, art by Michael Bair. 52 pgs., full color. $2.00.

Neil Gaiman script and Dringenberg art. Standard edition that includes a 'publishorial' by DC editor Jeanette Kahn. First appearance of Death. 36 pages, full color.

Neil Gaiman script and Dringenberg art. Standard edition that includes a 'publishorial' by DC editor Jeanette Kahn. First appearance of Death. 36 pages, full color.

Error Version. The first three panels of this version have blue ink instead of the regular yellow. Dream Country, Part 2 of 4: "A Dream of a Thousand Cats." The Dream Country saga continues, featuring pencils by Kelley Jones! Written by Neil Gaiman, with art by Jones and Malcolm Jones III. Painted cover by Dave McKean. Suggested for Mature Readers. New Format.

Second Printing. The last grains trickle through the glass, a pen is set down, perhaps a soft sigh is heard. And with a strange sense of waking as if from some elusive, intangible dream, one of the most significant, closely followed and highly praised chapters in the history of comics draws to an all-too-soon but triumphant close. THE SANDMAN, Neil Gaiman's critically acclaimed and award-winning series, has consistently challenged and sparked the imagination of readers throughout the world. With compelling, multileveled storytelling and an unprecedented diversity of artistic styles, THE SANDMAN became the flagship title of DC's Vertigo imprint. Now Gaiman's poetic, personal exploration of the human condition and the lives touched by the eerie power of Dream concludes its 7-year run with #75, "The Tempest." Illustrated by Charles Vess (Gaiman's collaborator on the World Fantasy Award-winning "A Midsummer Night's Dream" from #19), "The Tempest" tells the final tale of the Sandman as Morpheus collects the last part of the debt owed to him by William Shakespeare. With dramatic interludes on a mysterious island, along with monsters, sprites, gods, maidens, apparitions and certain observations on English weather, "The Tempest" brings long-promised closure to what Steve Erickson in the Los Angeles Times Magazine described as "the best monthly comic book in the world." THE SANDMAN #75 is an extra-sized issue with a special 4-color, bound-in gatefold poster featuring art from the original cover of THE DOLL'S HOUSE trade paperback by Dave McKean one one side, and a commemorative time-line on the other. The issue also includes 2 'farewell' text pages by Gaiman. Cover by Dave McKean. Suggested for Mature Readers.

Direct Edition. Random Color variation. Story and art by Erik Larsen. The man known as the Dragon is found in a field of fire, and without any memory of who he is, or where he's from. Chicago is a city where the super-human villains out number, out gun, and out power the police, and the heroes are falling like flies. Can Lieutenant Frank Darling convince Dragon, perhaps the only person with the strength to stand up to the mutants, to join the police department? Includes bound-in poster (4 Different). NOTE: See Megaton #3 & 4 for 1st appearance of Dragon.

Direct edition. Variant cover lacks barcode and comic includes a bound-in poster. "Born Again Patriot!" Story and art by Erik Larsen. There's a new Police Officer in town. His name is Dragon, and he's using his super-human abilities to fight the mutants who terrorize the citizens of Chicago. Super-Patriot was a hero who had fallen in battle against the Vicious Circle and was left for dead. Now, more machine than man, Super-Patriot has returned. But being an officer of the law, Dragon cannot stand idly by while Patriot indiscriminately slaughters the bad guys. But does even the Dragon possess the power to stop a walking weapon of mass destruction?

Direct Edition. 1st appearance and origin of the She Hulk. "The She-Hulk Lives!" Guest-starring Bruce Banner. Story by Stan Lee. Art by John Buscema and Chic Stone. Jennifer Walters is on the verge of death after an attempted assassination, and the only thing that will save her life is a blood transfusion from her cousin, Bruce Banner...AKA the Incredible Hulk! His gamma-irradiated blood sparks a startling transformation in his cousin, and she will forevermore be known as the Savage She-Hulk!

Direct Edition. 1st appearance and origin of the She Hulk. "The She-Hulk Lives!" Guest-starring Bruce Banner. Story by Stan Lee. Art by John Buscema and Chic Stone. Jennifer Walters is on the verge of death after an attempted assassination, and the only thing that will save her life is a blood transfusion from her cousin, Bruce Banner...AKA the Incredible Hulk! His gamma-irradiated blood sparks a startling transformation in his cousin, and she will forevermore be known as the Savage She-Hulk!

Newsstand Edition. 1st appearance and origin of the She Hulk. "The She-Hulk Lives!" Guest-starring Bruce Banner. Story by Stan Lee. Art by John Buscema and Chic Stone. Jennifer Walters is on the verge of death after an attempted assassination, and the only thing that will save her life is a blood transfusion from her cousin, Bruce Banner...AKA the Incredible Hulk! His gamma-irradiated blood sparks a startling transformation in his cousin, and she will forevermore be known as the Savage She-Hulk!

"MATTE" CORRECTED EDITION: BLANK/WHITE BACK COVER. The Corrected Edition of the Blank Convention Cover was printed with a thicker cardstock cover and replaced the glossy finish with a matte finish that made it easier for artists to draw on.. Written by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS Penciled by LEINIL FRANCIS YU. SECRET INVASION IS HERE!! Years in the making, months in the teasing...and it all STARTS HERE!! The shape-shifting alien race known as the Skrulls has secretly infiltrated every super-powered organization on Earth with one goal...full-scale invasion! In this DOUBLE-SIZED first issue, page after page unveils reveal after reveal and shocking moment after shocking moment! Brian Bendis and Leinil Francis Yu leap off the pages of mega-hit New Avengers and deliver a story that will change the Marvel Universe forever. THE MARVEL UNIVERSE WILL NEVER BE THE SAME!! 48 PGS./Rated T+ …$3.99

Limited Variant Cover by LEINIL FRANCIS YU. Written by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS Penciled by LEINIL FRANCIS YU. The world has turned upside down! The Skrulls have taken the Earth as part of their empire, the Avengers and Initiative are scattered...but there are two people who want some answers. One has a hammer and one has a shield. 32 PGS./Cardstock Cover/Rated T+

Commemorative Edition, with a white cover and gold foil title logo. SECRET WAR: BOOK ONE (of FIVE) Written by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS Painted art & cardstock foil cover by GABRIELE DELL'OTTO The most popular and acclaimed writer in comics reveals the darkest chapter in MARVEL UNIVERSE history in this quarterly limited series MEGA-EVENT! When Nick Fury finds a disturbing connection between many of Marvel's deadliest villains, he puts together a ragtag team of the MU's most misunderstood heroes for a secret mission to do what the U.S. government could never allow, eventually leading to a super-powered blowout between a 'Who's Who' of NYC heroes and mutants! Featuring the American debut of the stunning, fully painted work of Italian artist Gabrielle Dell'otto. 48 pages (with ads) include special material detailing the events leading up to the war, who the major players are and what is the SECRET in this SECRET WAR? 48 PGS./MARVEL PSR.

2nd Printing, black and white sketch cover. Written by Brian Michael Bendis. Art and Cover by Gabriele Dell'Otto. The super hero event of the year continues! A year ago, Nick Fury covertly gathered a group of heroes and sent them incognito to Latveria. Once there, he explained that the Latverian government had been funding tech based villains in the U.S. and he has brought the good guys here to bring down that government. In the present, Captain America punches Fury for the events that happened during their Secret War, events that have ended up putting Luke Cage in a coma. Plus: Character bios of the heroes in "S.H.I.E.L.D. Operations Database." Characters in this issue: Nick Fury; Captain America [Steve Rogers]; Spider-Man; Luke Cage; Daredevil; Wolverine; Black Widow; Daisy Johnson; CAMEOS: Mary Jane Parker; Danny Rand [Iron Fist]; Jessica Jones; Grizzly; Killer Shrike. 48 pages, full color. Marvel PSR

Part 1 of 9. "Earthfall!" Story by Jim Shooter. Art by Al Milgrom and Steve Leialoha.

Months ago a nigh omnipotent being from beyond kidnaped the Earth's greatest heroes and most dangerous villains and whisked them away to the far side of the universe to fight for the ultimate prize. Now, the being simply known as the Beyonder has arrived on Earth seeking answers to his questions about life.

Featuring Captain America, Iron Man (James Rhodes), the X-Men, Magneto, the New Mutants, and the Molecule Man.

Story continues in Captain America #308, Uncanny X-Men #196, Iron Man #197, New Mutants #30.

NOTE: See also the previous series, Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars (1984).

JSA Returns written by James Robinson and David S. Goyer; art by Scott Benefiel and Mark Propst; cover by Dave Johnson. Starring the heroes Wonder Woman and Hawkgirl!

Cover pencils by Mark Texeiram, inks by Candelario. A Baloney Place of Dying, script by Steve Gerber, pencils by Bryan Hitch, inks by Jim Sanders III; She-Hulk and Howard the Duck end up trapped in the Baloneyverse. 36 pgs. $1.50.

Cover art by Mike Zeck. The Fourth Wall..and Beyond starring Venom, Hulk, Wolverine, Spider-Man, and Dr. Sanderson, script by Louise Simonson, pencils by Tom Morgan, inks by James Sanders III; Physics professor Dr. Sanderson plays dimension tricks with the She-Hulk. 36 pgs. $1.50.

Direct Edition. Cover art by John Byrne. Untitled She-Hulk story starring Wyatt Wingfoot, Weezi Mason, Al the Alien, U.S. Archer [Ulysses Solomon Archer], and Spragg, script and art by John Byrne; Using a recall transponder in She-Hulk's car, Al the Alien and U.S. Archer transport She-Hulk and Weezi to the Star Stop Cafe to help stop Spragg, the Living Hill. 36 pages, full color.

Cover art by John Byrne. Battle? Why? starring She-Hulk and Xemnu, script and art by John Byrne; opening sequence with John Byrne drawing in another artist's style; Renee Witterstaetter appears and tells John to start the story over and use his art style. What's Xemnu With You? starring She-Hulk, Weezi Mason, Big Enilwen, U.S. Archer, Al the Alien, Retread, Poppa Wheelie, Wideload Annie, and Xemnu, script and art by John Byrne; She-Hulk vs. Xemnu. 36 pgs. $1.75.

1st appearance of Sentry. cover by Jae Lee. Paul Jenkins/Jae Lee. THE SCOOP: In 1961, Stan Lee introduced the Fantastic Four. One week earlier he invented something else! Find out what as Paul Jenkins and Jae Lee (the same creative team that brought you the Eisner-award-winning INHUMANS limited series) reunite to tell a new adventure! THE STORY: In an amazing twist of fate, Marvel Comics and the Marvel Knights have unearthed what could be the most shattering conspiracy perpetrated on the comic book community! Our creative founding fathers introduced us to a pantheon of characters rivaled only by those of Greek mythology itself. One week prior to that, Stan?along with artist Artie Rosen?launched what should have been Marvel's flagship title. A title that contained within its four-color pages a being so powerful and so full of beauty and grace that it somehow didn't fit in the Marvel Universe as we know it. Somehow, somewhere, we were all forced to forget?made to simply pretend the title never existed. What was it about this god amongst human heroes that set these events in motion? What was it about this character that threatened the very fabric of the Marvel Universe? Find out in the new limited series that will uncover the life of this long-lost character, guest-stars our greatest heroes, and takes you on a journey of dark mysteries, heart-wrenching realization and ultimate heroism! THE CREATORS: Bringing you this tale of discovery is the award-winning INHUMANS creative team of writer Paul Jenkins and artist Jae Lee. With several years of research?and the help of the legendary Stan "The Man" Lee himself?Jenkins and Lee will uncover the truth... and attempt to preserve our very existence! THE FORMAT: Each issue of this five-part limited series will be 32 pages, with ads.

Cover by Jae Lee. Paul Jenkins/Jae Lee. Continuing Marvel's greatest mystery: Who is the Sentry? What is the Unicorn? As the man named Bob Reynolds slowly begins to grasp who and what he is, how can this object shed light on the secret of the Sentry? And what does it all have to do with Marvel's first family, the Fantastic Four? What are Paul Jenkins and Jae Lee up to? Whatever it is, they're the team that did the acclaimed INHUMANS limited series?so it must be very cool! FC (2 of 5).

Comic adaptation of the 1984 movie starring Tanya Roberts and Ted Wass. In this issue, after her parents are killed in Africa, young Janet Ames is believed to be the golden girl child who will grow into the protector of the Zambuli and all their creatures and become Sheena of the jungle. Sheena learns the ways of the jungle as she grows up and faces a threat to her people and the land. Script by Cary Burkett and art by Gray Morrow.

Sketch Cover. Artist: Steven Cummings Cover Artists: - Tim Seeley Thought lost in a plane crash, the girl that would be known as Sheena, the powerful and beautiful Queen of the Jungle defied logic, and not only survivied, but thrived in the wilds of South America. Now an adult, she is discovered and brought back to civilization... where the war for supremacy truly begins! Sheena is back, and ready for the 21st century!

Sketch Cover. Artist: Steven Cummings Cover Artists: - Tim Seeley Thought lost in a plane crash, the girl that would be known as Sheena, the powerful and beautiful Queen of the Jungle defied logic, and not only survivied, but thrived in the wilds of South America. Now an adult, she is discovered and brought back to civilization... where the war for supremacy truly begins! Sheena is back, and ready for the 21st century!

1st appearance Birds of Prey. Cover by Gary Frank & John Nyberg. Written by Jordan B. Gorfinkel, Jamie Delano and Scott Ciencin. Art by Jennifer Graves & Stan Woch, Wade Von Grawbadger and Alex Morrissey & Brian Garvey. Black Canary, Oracle and Lois Lane team up to shatter a slavery ring operating in Metropolis, run by a metahuman crimelord, in "Birds of a Feather"! (Note: Very early Birds of Prey story.) Plus, Deadman experiences the terrors of the life...on death row in "Mercy Killing"! And Lightray of the New Gods gets the shock of his immortal life when he finds a church devoted to him on the planet Earth in "Acts of God"! 48 pages, full color.

Stories by Jack Kirby and Mike Thibodeaux. Art by Jack Kirby, Mike Thibodeaux and Alfredo Alcala. Cover by Jack Kirby, Mike Thibodeaux and Alfredo Alcala. One of the final series from legendary artist Jack Kirby, based on his ideas for an unproduced film. Government agent Morgan Miller, transformed into a mutant by his scientist father, must battle other super-powered beings. During combat in the Vietnam War, Morgan's powers suddenly come to the fore, and scientists give him a super-suit to protect the world and himself from his own power. In the backup story, Viking warrior Eric, sorcerer Jon and barbarian Tombar become the Last of the Viking Heroes. Silver Star: Homo Geneticus; Last of the Viking Heroes. 32 pages, Full Color.

Cover by John Byrne and Tom Palmer. Escape--To Terror!, script by John Byrne and Stan Lee, art by John Byrne and Tom Palmer; The FF help Surfer break the barrier of Galactus, ending his exile on earth & granting him the freedom to roam the spaceways once again; The Surfer returns to Zenn-La to reunite with his love Shalla-Bal but finds that after he betrayed Galactus on earth, the world eater devastated his home world in retaliation; Informed by the survivors that Shalla-Bal was captured by the demon Mephisto, the Surfer flies back to earth & battles the monster in his own realm for her freedom; Beaten but still victorious, Mephisto returns Shalla-Bal to her home world while the Surfer is again trapped on earth. 52 pgs., full color. $1.00.

By Jeph Loeb, Michael Turner, & Peter Steigerwald. "The Day the Magic Died" ? Your first glimpse into the world of Soulfire has finally arrived. Countless ages ago, battles raged and wars were lost, but one lone heroine fought on. Struggling to prevent a time of magic and wonder from becoming extinct, her fight would span centuries, leading her to the one person who could help change the future forever. Introducing Grace, the startling and powerful Soufire beauty, this bold epic tale sets the stage for the premiere of Soulfire #1 this summer. Contains 12 pages of brand-new story plus exclusive Soulfire source material, character sketches, layout designs, and all new Aspen updates. FC, 24pg $2.50

by Michael Turner, J.T. Krul & Micah Gunnell Soulfire expands its universe with this amazing introductory zero issue of Soulfire: Dying of the Light! From the creative mind of Michael Turner and scribe J.T. Krul, join in on the next exciting story in the acclaimed Soulfire mythos! Featuring the lovely Grace (already of Soulfire fame!), and introducing a whole slew of new characters, you'll want to make sure you're a part of this exciting new series! Showcasing a brand new 12-page story by newcomer Micah Gunnell (that leads into next month's premiere #1 issue) and containing exclusive sketchbook material, as well as being surrounded by an all-new cover by series creator Michael Turner, this is the first must-have book of the summer! 24pgs, FCSRP: $2.50

Michael Turner Cover - (Left Side of 2 part cover)by Michael Turner & J.T. Krul It is a time of great peace and prosperity. But as a mysterious plague begins to sweep across the land, the struggle for survival begins yet again. Trust is the most powerful ally, especially when you're fighting for your life against a dragon! Featuring the lovely Grace and a ton of new characters! NOTE: Ships with two connecting covers in a 50/50 ratio split, both by Michael Turner! REG.?24pgs, FCSRP: $2.99 SIGNED ED. SET?24pgs, FCSRP: $34.99

Michael Turner Cover - (Right Side of 2 part cover) by Michael Turner & J.T. Krul It is a time of great peace and prosperity. But as a mysterious plague begins to sweep across the land, the struggle for survival begins yet again. Trust is the most powerful ally, especially when you're fighting for your life against a dragon! Featuring the lovely Grace and a ton of new characters! NOTE: Ships with two connecting covers in a 50/50 ratio split, both by Michael Turner! REG.?24pgs, FCSRP: $2.99 SIGNED ED. SET?24pgs, FCSRP: $34.99

by Michael Turner, J.T. Krul, Micah Gunnell, & Beth Sotelo It's all out war on the Dragon King! As King Minas' army invades the kingdom of Delphora, Ranier seizes the opportunity to further his own quest for power. As Grace and her companions finally reach the sacred temple, they discover that the journey and the ?plague' have taken its toll on one of the party. Even wit the help of the mighty temple dragon, they cannot save the life of... 32pgs, FCSRP: $2.99

Wizard World Texas Exclusive Variant Cover. by Michael Turner, J.T. Krul, Micah Gunnell, & Beth Sotelo It's all out war on the Dragon King! As King Minas' army invades the kingdom of Delphora, Ranier seizes the opportunity to further his own quest for power. As Grace and her companions finally reach the sacred temple, they discover that the journey and the ?plague' have taken its toll on one of the party. Even wit the help of the mighty temple dragon, they cannot save the life of... 32pgs, FCSRP: $2.99

by J.T. Krul, Micah Gunnell, & Beth Sotelo. With all of King Minas' army taking on the Dragon King, the Fairie Kingdom of Arcadia is ripe for the picking! Taking his queue, Rainer ushers his legion of dragons to descend upon the unprotected kingdom, As Minas' army races back, who will step up and defend the city in their absence? With almost all of his magical citizens locked away, and Grace and her companions still to return from the great Dragon's temple, the king may soon be left without his kingdom. Join creator Michael Turner, writer J.T. Krul, artist Micah Gunnell, and colorist Beth Sotelo, as they present the latest installment of Soulfire: Dying of the Light! 32pgs, FCSRP: $2.99

Direct edition. "Questions!" Part 1 of 4. Created, story, and art by Todd McFarlane. When government assassin Al Simmons is murdered, a deal with the devil brings him back to the realm of the living. But now he walks the shadows as the disfigured soldier of hell known as Spawn. Armed with unimaginable, but finite, magical abilities, Spawn is destined to play an important role in the upcoming Armageddon. But, what happens when this rebellious anti-hero decides he won't fight for either side? Superstar artist and Image co-founder, Todd McFarlane, creates a character who has gone on to inspire a major motion picture, an HBO animated series, numerous spin-off comic series, and one of the most successful toylines of all time. Spawn centerfold by Todd McFarlane & Ken Steacy. Pin-up of Spawn by George Perez. Pin-up of PITT by Dale Keown. Cover by McFarlane & Steacy. 1st app of Sam and Twitch

Direct edition. "Questions!" Part 1 of 4. Created, story, and art by Todd McFarlane. When government assassin Al Simmons is murdered, a deal with the devil brings him back to the realm of the living. But now he walks the shadows as the disfigured soldier of hell known as Spawn. Armed with unimaginable, but finite, magical abilities, Spawn is destined to play an important role in the upcoming Armageddon. But, what happens when this rebellious anti-hero decides he won't fight for either side? Superstar artist and Image co-founder, Todd McFarlane, creates a character who has gone on to inspire a major motion picture, an HBO animated series, numerous spin-off comic series, and one of the most successful toylines of all time. Spawn centerfold by Todd McFarlane & Ken Steacy. Pin-up of Spawn by George Perez. Pin-up of PITT by Dale Keown. Cover by McFarlane & Steacy. 1st app of Sam and Twitch

Newsstand edition. "Questions!" Part 1 of 4. Created, story, and art by Todd McFarlane. When government assassin Al Simmons is murdered, a deal with the devil brings him back to the realm of the living. But now he walks the shadows as the disfigured soldier of hell known as Spawn. Armed with unimaginable, but finite, magical abilities, Spawn is destined to play an important role in the upcoming Armageddon. But, what happens when this rebellious anti-hero decides he won't fight for either side? Superstar artist and Image co-founder, Todd McFarlane, creates a character who has gone on to inspire a major motion picture, an HBO animated series, numerous spin-off comic series, and one of the most successful toylines of all time. Spawn centerfold by Todd McFarlane & Ken Steacy. Pin-up of Spawn by George Perez. Pin-up of PITT by Dale Keown. Cover by McFarlane & Steacy. 1st app of Sam and Twitch

Direct Edition (has no bar code on cover) - "Questions!" Part 2 of 4. 1st appearance of the Violator. Created, story, and art by Todd McFarlane (1 page Rick Leonardi art). Meet the Violator, a diminutive little clown who hides a dangerous and deadly secret. Meanwhile, a sinister creature is committing horrible acts of violence on the criminal underworld of New York City, and Spawn will take the blame for it.