TOTAL PREVIEWS: 45 BOOM! STUDIOS Warhammer 40,000: Damnation Crusade #1 (of 6) - updated 12/19/2006 DARK HORSE COMICS Banya: Explosive Delivery Man Volume 2 TP Conan #35 Mature Readers Criminal Macabre: Two Red Eyes #1 (of 4) Ghost In The Shell 1.5: Human Error Processor #3 (of 6) Little Lulu Volume 13: Too Much Fun TP Reiko The Zombie Shop Volume 5 TP Rex Mundi Volume 2 #3 DARK HORSE COMICS/DH PRESS BOOKS Ghost In The Shell: Stand Alone Complex Novel Volume 3: White Maze SC DARK HORSE COMICS/M PRESS BOOKS Saffron And Brimstone: Strange Stories Novel Spider Kiss Novel DC COMICS 52: Week #33 (of 52) Teen Titans Volume 3 #42 DC COMICS/VERTIGO COMICS Fables #56 Mature Readers - added 12/20/2006 Y: The Last Man #52 (4 of 4) Mature Readers DEVIL'S DUE PUBLISHING Forgotten Realms: The Crystal Shard #3 (of 3) G.I. Joe: Special Missions - Antarctica DYNAMITE ENTERTAINMENT Darkman vs Army of Darkness #2 (of 4) The Lone Ranger #3 - updated 12/20/2006 Highlander #2 Red Sonja #17 (6 of 7) THE GUARDIAN LINE Code #1 - added 07/07/2007 IDW PUBLISHING The Transformers: Escalation #2 (of 6) The Transformers: Spotlight - Six Shot (4 of 5) Spike: Asylum #4 (of 5) IMAGE COMICS Elephantmen #5 - updated 12/19/2006 Pirates of Coney Island #3 (of 8) - updated 12/20/2006 IMAGE COMICS/AIRWAVE COMICS The Wonderful Wizard of OZ GN IMAGE COMICS/TOP COW The Darkness: Level 0 MARVEL COMICS Cable & Deadpool #35 - updated 12/21/2006 Civil War: Front Line #9 (of 11) - added 12/19/2006 Civil War: War Crimes (One Shot) - updated 12/19/2006 Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man #15 Iron Man #14 - added 12/19/2006 Iron Man/Captain America: Casualties of War (One Shot) - updated 12/19/2006 Ms. Marvel #10 New Avengers #26 - updated 12/19/2006 New Avengers: The Illuminati #1 (of 5) Sensational Spider-Man Volume 2 #33 Thunderbolts #109 X-Men: First Class #4 (of 8) ONI PRESS Maintenance #1 Mature Readers - added 12/21/2006 Wasteland #5 Mature Readers VIRGIN COMICS John Woo's 7 Brothers #3 Mature Readers - added 12/19/2006 Walk-In #1 (of 5) - updated 12/20/2006
WARHAMMER 40,000: DAMNATION CRUSADE #1 (of 6) Publisher: Boom! Studios Writers: Dan Abnett Pencils: Lui Antonio, JM Ringuet Covers: Lui Antonio, JM Ringuet "DAMNATION CRUSADE", Part 1 of 6 It all begins here! The violent, war-torn far future of Warhammer 40,000 comes to Boom! Studios! In the nightmare future of the 41st millennium, Mankind teeters upon the brink of extinction. The galaxy-spanning Imperium of Man is beset on all sides by ravening aliens, and threatened from within by malevolent creatures and heretic rebels. Only the strength of the Immortal Emperor of Terra stands between Humanity and its annihilation. Foremost amongst servants of the Imperium stand the Space Marines, mentally and physically engineered to be the supreme fighting force, the ultimate protectors of Mankind. The Black Templars are fearless champions and unforgiving crusaders against the enemies of the Emperor. Forged from the Imperial Fists Space Marines in the aftermath of the Horus Heresy, the Black Templars have undertaken the longest crusade the Imperium has ever known to prove their loyalty. The comic centres on a new recruit to the Black Templars Space Marines and a member from their elite Sword Brethren squad, and, the most venerable of their warriors, the Dreadnaught. From the Battle of Carrion Gulf all the way through the Torment Crusade we follow these genetically enhanced super-warriors in their dedicated hunt for the enemies of the Imperium. Warhammer 40,000: Damnation Crusade #1 (title TBC) serves as an accessible opening chapter introducing new and old readers alike to this bloody, dark, ravaged universe of science fiction and fantasy! Gods of War and Ancestors, bless us now, for we go to war... View: Warhammer 40,000: Damnation Crusade #1, Cover A Warhammer 40,000: Damnation Crusade #1, Cover B Warhammer 40,000: Damnation Crusade #1, Cover C Warhammer 40,000: Damnation Crusade #1, Page 1 Warhammer 40,000: Damnation Crusade #1, Page 2 Warhammer 40,000: Damnation Crusade #1, Page 3 Warhammer 40,000: Damnation Crusade #1, Page 4 Warhammer 40,000: Damnation Crusade #1, Page 5 Warhammer 40,000: Damnation Crusade #1, Page 6 Warhammer 40,000: Damnation Crusade #1, Page 7 Warhammer 40,000: Damnation Crusade #1, Page 14 Warhammer 40,000: Damnation Crusade #1, Page 15 UPDATED: 12/19/2006 - added pages 1-7 and cover C Source: Comic Book Resources and Comic Book Resources ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- BANYA: EXPLOSIVE DELIVERY MAN VOLUME 2 TP Publisher: Dark Horse Comics By: Kim Young-Oh Young Kong is entrusted with a delivery of great importance, and Banya schemes to free Mei from her captors. Instead of fighting fire with fire, Banya fights monsters with monsters! The delivery men of the Gaya Desert Post Office have only one motto: "Fast. Precise. Secure." Banya, the craziest and craftiest of the bunch, will stop at nothing to get a job done. Known as the "Explosive Delivery Man" for his daring, dedication, and diligence, Banya promises, "There isn't a delivery I can't make!" Whether it's transporting a rare artifact or reuniting a mother with her long-lost son, Banya will speed through war-torn deserts and mysterious forests, relying on flexibility, daring, and wits to complete his missions--no matter what the odds! Kim Young-Oh presents a world filled with unique monsters, heated battles, and a splash of saucy humor. This series is presented in its original Korean format. Translated by the mother/son team of Anna Kirk and Derek Kirk Kim! View: Banya: Explosive Delivery Man Volume 2 TP, Cover Banya: Explosive Delivery Man Volume 2 TP, Page 1 Banya: Explosive Delivery Man Volume 2 TP, Page 2 Banya: Explosive Delivery Man Volume 2 TP, Page 3 Banya: Explosive Delivery Man Volume 2 TP, Page 4 Source: Dark Horse Comics ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- CONAN #35 Publisher: Dark Horse Comics Writers: Timothy Truman Pencils: Paul Lee Covers: Tony Harris Colorist: Dave Stewart "THEY SHALL BE LORDS AGAIN" The traitors are dead, but their treachery lives on . . . King Conan has foiled a plot to assassinate him and usurp his throne, but the intrigue runs deeper than even he can guess, drawing the barbarian king into a web of dark magics and darker deeds. Conan artist Cary Nord catches his breath as seasoned Conan veteran Paul Lee joins regular writer Tim Truman to spin this tantalizing tale of mystery, magic, and mayhem, set during Conan's reign as king of Aquilonia. MATURE READERS View: Conan #35, Cover Conan #35, Page 1 Conan #35, Page 2 Conan #35, Page 3 Conan #35, Page 4 Source: Dark Horse Comics ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- CRIMINAL MACABRE: TWO RED EYES #1 (of 4) Publisher: Dark Horse Comics Writers: Steve Niles Pencils: Kyle Hotz Covers: Tim Bradstreet Colorist: Michelle Madsen Part 1 of 4 This is the one Cal McDonald fans have been waiting for-the biggest, scariest, weirdest Criminal Macabre story of all time and the start of the new ongoing line of Criminal Macabre comics. Cal McDonald, boozer, druggie, private dick who hangs with dead dudes-welcome to Rock Bottom. Your only friend in the human world is dead, your girlfriend just dumped you and moved to another city, and the district attorney has a chip on his shoulder the size of a Chevy Nova with your name on it. When that chip turns into a nasty case of police brutality, Cal ends up fighting for his life in the intensive care unit and wakes up days later . . . sober. And what's Cal been missing since he went under? Only the most horrifying convergence of sheer monster power ever to emigrate from the old world. Cal McDonald, meet Nosferatu. View: Criminal Macabre: Two Red Eyes #1, Cover Criminal Macabre: Two Red Eyes #1, Page 1 Criminal Macabre: Two Red Eyes #1, Page 2 Criminal Macabre: Two Red Eyes #1, Page 3 Criminal Macabre: Two Red Eyes #1, Page 4 Criminal Macabre: Two Red Eyes #1, Page 6 (from Comic Book Resources) Criminal Macabre: Two Red Eyes #1, Page 7 (from Comic Book Resources) Criminal Macabre: Two Red Eyes #1, Page 8 (from Comic Book Resources) Source: Dark Horse Comics and Comic Book Resources
GHOST IN THE SHELL 1.5: HUMAN ERROR PROCESSOR #3 (of 6) Publisher: Dark Horse Comics By: Shirow Masamune Part 3 of 6 Cybercrime special-ops unit Section 9 has been mobilized to protect a key witness in a trial involving defective micro machines. And the witness definitely needs protection-from remote-controlled corpses packing serious hardware! And if the identity of these dead assassins' pilots isn't enough of a mystery for Section 9, how about the unexpected appearance of long-missing special agent Motoko Kusanagi! Ghost in the Shell 1.5: Human-Error Processor presents for the first time in America the "lost" Ghost in the Shell stories, created by Shirow Masamune after completing work on the original Ghost in the Shell manga and prior to his tour-de-force, Ghost in the Shell 2: Man-Machine Interface. This deluxe-format issue concludes "Fat Cat," the first of four Ghost in the Shell tales. View: Ghost In The Shell 1.5: Human Error Processor #3, Cover Ghost In The Shell 1.5: Human Error Processor #3, Page 1 Ghost In The Shell 1.5: Human Error Processor #3, Page 2 Ghost In The Shell 1.5: Human Error Processor #3, Page 3 Ghost In The Shell 1.5: Human Error Processor #3, Page 4 Source: Dark Horse Comics ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- LITTLE LULU VOLUME 13: TOO MUCH FUN TP Publisher: Dark Horse Comics Writers: John Stanley Pencils: John Stanley, Irving Tripp The good times never end for this gaggle of suburban heroes mastering the treacherous terrain of school, the beach, and of course, Main Street. Junior detective Tubby tackles a case, Lulu regales the troublesome tot Alvin with a tall tale of the wicked Witch Hazel, Annie gets even with the fellers from the clubhouse, and much more! Collecting issues #54-58 of the Dell Comics' series Marge's Little Lulu, originally published between November 1952 and March 1953, this brimming volume features some of the funniest comics in known captivity--don't miss it! View: Little Lulu Volume 13: Too Much Fun TP, Cover Little Lulu Volume 13: Too Much Fun TP, Page 1 Little Lulu Volume 13: Too Much Fun TP, Page 2 Little Lulu Volume 13: Too Much Fun TP, Page 3 Little Lulu Volume 13: Too Much Fun TP, Page 4 Source: Dark Horse Comics ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- REIKO THE ZOMBIE SHOP VOLUME 5 TP Publisher: Dark Horse Comics By: Rei Mikamoto When Reiko Himezono transfers to a new school, Saint Cross Gakuen, she's confronted with a whole new set of faces. Fitting in might be a bit of a problem, though, since everyone she meets seems to want her dead! Of course, Reiko won't go down without a fight. As a Zombie Shop, she can raise the dead and call up obedient zombie servants from the very depths of Hell itself! But is she powerful enough to handle the dangers that wait for her around every school hall corner, or will this Zombie Shop be closed down for good? View: Reiko The Zombie Shop Volume 5 TP, Cover Reiko The Zombie Shop Volume 5 TP, Page 1 Reiko The Zombie Shop Volume 5 TP, Page 2 Reiko The Zombie Shop Volume 5 TP, Page 3 Reiko The Zombie Shop Volume 5 TP, Page 4 Source: Dark Horse Comics ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- REX MUNDI VOLUME 2 #3 Publisher: Dark Horse Comics Writers: Arvid Nelson Penciles: Juan Ferreyra Covers: Juan Ferreyra Rex Mundi is a murder mystery set in a 1930s Europe where sorcerers stalk the streets at night and the Roman Catholic Church never lost its grip on power. Master Physician Julien Saunière must uncover the two-thousand-year-old secret of the Holy Grail before all the world is drenched in blood! In this issue, Julien and Genevieve join forces with a reclusive hermit in a remote French hamlet. The tiny village, it seems, was once the capital of the Merovingian kings, France's ancient rulers, rumored to be descendants of Christ . . . Meanwhile, the Duke of Lorraine, having taken over France, is forced south to rally his troops, bringing him closer and closer to Julien and Genevieve. And at last, Genevieve's motives in her dangerous double-agent role for Julien and the Duke are revealed. But she may have put Julien-and herself-in more danger than she thought! View: Rex Mundi Volume 2 #3, Cover Rex Mundi Volume 2 #3, Page 1 Rex Mundi Volume 2 #3, Page 2 Rex Mundi Volume 2 #3, Page 3 Rex Mundi Volume 2 #3, Page 4 Source: Dark Horse Comics
GHOST IN THE SHELL: STAND ALONE COMPLEX NOVEL VOLUME 3: WHITE MAZE SC Publisher: Dark Horse Comics/DH Press Books By: Junichi Fujisaku The year is 2030. Advances in robotics and cyberbrain technology have transformed the world into a miraculous place where almost anything is possible--even the melding of humans and machines. In this not-too-distant future, the crimes of flesh and metal are investigated by Section 9, an elite counterterrorist squad headed by Chief Aramaki and his cyborg sidekick, Major Motoko Kusanagi. When dead bodies, drained of blood and with two bite marks on their necks, start turning up on the streets of Tokyo, it isn't long before the entire city is in a panic. As Major Kusanagi and the other members of Section 9 investigate the killings they begin to wonder--is the killer a real vampire or something much worse? In a dark world of murder, where cyberbrain hacks and treacherous conspiracies reach to the furthest heights of government, Section 9 is all that stands between the people and anarchy. View: Ghost In The Shell: Stand Alone Complex Novel Volume 3: White Maze SC, Cover Ghost In The Shell: Stand Alone Complex Novel Volume 3: White Maze SC, Page 9 Ghost In The Shell: Stand Alone Complex Novel Volume 3: White Maze SC, Page 10 Ghost In The Shell: Stand Alone Complex Novel Volume 3: White Maze SC, Page 11 Ghost In The Shell: Stand Alone Complex Novel Volume 3: White Maze SC, Page 12 Ghost In The Shell: Stand Alone Complex Novel Volume 3: White Maze SC, Page 13 Ghost In The Shell: Stand Alone Complex Novel Volume 3: White Maze SC, Page 14 Source: DH Press Books ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- SAFFRON AND BRIMSTONE: STRANGE STORIES NOVEL Publisher: Dark Horse Comics/M Press Books Writers: Elizabeth Hand Widely praised and widely read, Elizabeth Hand is regarded as one of America's leading literary fantasists. This new collection (an expansion of the limited-release Bibliomancy, which won the World Fantasy Award in 2005) showcases a wildly inventive author at the height of her powers. Included in this collection are "The Least Trumps," in which a lonely women reaches out to the world through symbols, tattooing, and the Tarot, and "Pavane for a Prince of the Air," where neo-pagan rituals bring a recently departed soul to something very different than eternal rest. Written in the author's characteristic poetic prose and rich with the details of traumatic lives that are luminously transformed, Saffron and Brimstone is a worthy addition to an outstanding career. View: Saffron And Brimstone: Strange Stories Novel, Cover Saffron And Brimstone: Strange Stories Novel, Page 1 Saffron And Brimstone: Strange Stories Novel, Page 2 Saffron And Brimstone: Strange Stories Novel, Page 3 Saffron And Brimstone: Strange Stories Novel, Page 4 Saffron And Brimstone: Strange Stories Novel, Page 5 Saffron And Brimstone: Strange Stories Novel, Page 6 Source: M Press Books ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- SPIDER KISS NOVEL Publisher: Dark Horse Comics/M Press Books Writers: Harlan Ellison He claims he's not a fan of rock-and-roll, but somehow Harlan Ellison's seminal novel based on the career of Jerry Lee Lewis ended up in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. One of the first--and still one of the best--dissections of the wildly destructive rock-and-roll lifestyle, Spider Kiss isn't about giant cockroaches that attack Detroit or space invaders that smell like chicken soup. Instead, it's the story of Luther Sellers, a poor kid from Louisville with a voice like an angel who's renamed Stag Preston by a ruthless promoter. Preston's meteoric rise on the music scene is matched only by the rise in his enormous appetites--and not just for home cooking--and soon the invisible monkey named Success is riding him straight to hell. This raucous early novel reinforces Ellison's reputation as one of America's most dynamic writers. View: Spider Kiss Novel, Cover Spider Kiss Novel, Page 1 Spider Kiss Novel, Page 2 Spider Kiss Novel, Page 3 Spider Kiss Novel, Page 4 Spider Kiss Novel, Page 5 Spider Kiss Novel, Page 6 Source: M Press Books ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 52: WEEK #33 (of 52) Publisher: DC Comics Writers: Geoff Johns, Grant Morrison, Greg Rucka, Mark Waid Breakdowns: Keith Giffen Pencils: Various Backup: Mark Waid, various Covers: J.G. Jones Part 33 of 52 The story of the year continues in four more chapters of America's only weekly super-hero adventure! WEEK 33: Phil Jimenez and Andy Lanning illustrate a special Christmas issue featuring more on the Batwoman! "I have brought my family here today…to show to you that underneath the powers of gods long dead…we are as human as the rest of you." Plus, The Origin of Two-Face by Waid and Mark Chiarello. 52: A year without Superman; a year without Batman; a year without Wonder Woman... but not a year without heroes. View: 52: Week #33, Cover 52: Week #33, Page 3 52: Week #33, Page 10 Related Links: 52 website Source: Newsarama
TEEN TITANS VOLUME 3 #42 Publisher: DC Comics Writers: Geoff Johns Pencils: Peter Snejbjerg Covers: Tony Daniel "DEVIL MAY CARE" Spotlight on Kid Devil as he finally confronts his mentor, Blue Devil! View: Teen Titans Volume 3 #42, Cover Teen Titans Volume 3 #42, Page 1 Teen Titans Volume 3 #42, Page 2 Teen Titans Volume 3 #42, Page 3 Teen Titans Volume 3 #42, Page 4 Teen Titans Volume 3 #42, Page 5 Teen Titans Volume 3 #42, Page 6 Source: Newsarama ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Y: THE LAST MAN #52 (4 of 4) Publisher: DC Comics/Vertigo Comics Writers: Brian K. Vaughan Pencils: Pia Guerra, Jose Marzan Jr Covers: Massimo Carnevale "MOTHERLAND", Part 4 of 4 Now that the mystery behind who (or what) has caused the gendercide has been solved, one member of Yorick's crew will take her leave in the hopes of reversing the effects. But is it too late? MATURE READERS View: Y: The Last Man #52, Cover Y: The Last Man #52, Page 1 Y: The Last Man #52, Page 2 Y: The Last Man #52, Page 3 Y: The Last Man #52, Page 4 Y: The Last Man #52, Page 5 Y: The Last Man #52, Page 6 Source: Newsarama ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- FORGOTTEN REALMS: THE CRYSTAL SHARD #3 (of 3) Publisher: Devil's Due Publishing Writers: R.A. Salvatore Adapter: Andrew Dabb Pencils: Val Semeiks Covers: Tim Seeley, Tyler Walpole Part 3 of 3 The final chapter in R.A. Salvatore's acclaimed story! Hated and feared by those he’s sworn to protect, Drizzt Do’urden must stand against the limitless power of the Crystal Shard and the demon Errtu! But even with Wulfgar and Bruenor at his side, the destruction of Drizzt’s adopted home seems inevitable… View: Forgotten Realms: The Crystal Shard #3, Seeley Cover Forgotten Realms: The Crystal Shard #3, Page 1 Forgotten Realms: The Crystal Shard #3, Page 2 Forgotten Realms: The Crystal Shard #3, Page 3 Forgotten Realms: The Crystal Shard #3, Page 4 Forgotten Realms: The Crystal Shard #3, Page 5 Source: Devil's Due Publishing ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- G.I. JOE: SPECIAL MISSIONS - ANTARCTICA Publisher: Devil's Due Publishing Writers: Andrew Dabb, Mike O’Sullivan Pencils: Tim Seeley, Mike Bear Covers: Francis Manapul When COBRA’S illegal oil harvest activities threaten global economy and environmental stability, the G.I. JOE team is called in to get them out! SNOW JOB, ICEBERG & FROSTBITE team up with SCARLETT, SNAKE-EYES, STALKER & DUKE to deal with squads of arctic enemies in the most inhospitable location on earth! View: G.I. Joe: Special Missions - Antarctica, Cover G.I. Joe: Special Missions - Antarctica, Story 1 Page 2 G.I. Joe: Special Missions - Antarctica, Story 1 Page 18 G.I. Joe: Special Missions - Antarctica, Story 1 Page 19 G.I. Joe: Special Missions - Antarctica, Story 2 Page 3 G.I. Joe: Special Missions - Antarctica, Story 2 Page 4 Source: Devil's Due Publishing
DARKMAN VS ARMY OF DARKNESS #2 (of 4) Publisher: Dynamite Entertainment Writers: Roger Stern, Kurt Busiek Pencils: James Fry Covers: George Perez, Nick Bradshaw Dynamite presents the cross-over no one thought they would ever see - Ash and Darkman as we present Army of Darkness/Darkman #2! Taking the place this month of the regular AOD series this month, AOD/Darkman features, the creative team of the legendary Roger Stern, Kurt ("Superman") Busiek and artist James Fry! Joining this all-star creative team is DC Exclusive artist George ("Infinite Crisis") Perez and AOD favorite Nick Bradshaw on the issue #2 covers - plus another great photo cover! In issue #2, Ash and Darkman fight against the hordes of undead taking control of the city. The Only problem? The Deadqueen's ready to taken them both on -- and take them both down! Don't miss out on this cross-over of the year and don't forget to ask your local retailer about the special incentive covers! View: Darkman vs Army of Darkness #2, Bradshaw Cover Darkman vs Army of Darkness #2, Perez Cover Darkman vs Army of Darkness #2, Page 1 Darkman vs Army of Darkness #2, Page 2 Darkman vs Army of Darkness #2, Page 3 Darkman vs Army of Darkness #2, Page 4 Darkman vs Army of Darkness #2, Page 5 Darkman vs Army of Darkness #2, Page 26 Source: Comic Book Resources ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- HIGHLANDER #2 Publisher: Dynamite Entertainment Writers: Michael Avon Oeming, Brandon Jerwa Pencils: Lee Moder Covers: Tony Harris, Cammo with Richard Isanove, Dave Dorman Writers Michael Avon (RED SONJA) Oeming with Brandon (BATTLESTAR GALACTICA: TOM ZAREK) Jerwa are again joined by the incomparable Lee (RED SONJA) Moder as they tell a tale pitting the Immortal Highlander -- Connor MacLeod -- against the dread Kurgan in post-war Berlin! Issue #2 reveals more about the plans the Kurgan made with the USSR in the past, while in the present day, Connor and his friends race to destroy the legacy the Kurgan created! View: (no text) Highlander #2, Cammo Cover (from Dynamite Entertainment) Highlander #2, Dorman Cover (from Dynamite Entertainment) Highlander #2, Harris Cover (from Dynamite Entertainment) Highlander #2, Page 4 Highlander #2, Page 5 Highlander #2, Page 6 Highlander #2, Page 9 (no text) Highlander #2, Page 10 (no text) Highlander #2, Page 11 Highlander #2, Page 12 Highlander #2, Page 17 Source: Wizard Universe and Wizard Universe ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- RED SONJA #17 (6 of 7) Publisher: Dynamite Entertainment Writers: Michael Avon Oeming Pencils: Mel Rubi with Stephen Sadowski Covers: Mel Rubi, Mike Mayhew, Marat Mychels, Paul Renaud "THE RETURN OF KULAN GATH: THE FALL", Part 6 of 7 The Penultimate issue of Red Sonja's most ambitious story arc is here as we head toward the climatic finale of the RETURN OF KULAN GATH! Sonja and her band of friends, warriors and old gods, battle against the Borat Na-Fori and his evil hordes as Kulan Gath awaits the outcome, and the fate of the whole world hangs in the balance! Written by Michael Avon Oeming with art by Mel Rubi and Stephen Sadowski! Plus: Another round of fabulous covers, this month featuring Mel Rubi, Mike Mayhew, Marat Mychels and the Red Sonja debut of Paul Renaud! View: Red Sonja #17, Mayhew Cover Red Sonja #17, Mychels Cover Red Sonja #17, Renaud Cover Red Sonja #17, Rubi Cover Red Sonja #17, Page 1 Red Sonja #17, Page 2-3 Red Sonja #17, Page 4 Red Sonja #17, Page 5 Source: Comic Book Resources ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- THE TRANSFORMERS: ESCALATION #2 (of 6) Publisher: IDW Publishing Writers: Simon Furman Pencils: E.J. Su Covers: E.J. Su, Klaus Scherwinski Part 2 of 6 The shocking events of last issue leave the AUTOBOTS reeling. Their number diminished by one, they struggle to come to terms with the whys and wherefores of the Lebanon interception. Similarly, the two humans still standing want answers... and action! And, as if this wasn't enough to contend with, the true, staggering scope of the DECEPTICON Infiltration gambit is revealed! The The Transformers: Infiltration team of Simon Furman and E.J. Su continues the ongoing tale. Artist Klaus Scherwinski will provide a variant cover for each issue, too. View: The Transformers: Escalation #2, Su Cover The Transformers: Escalation #2, Scherwinski Cover The Transformers: Escalation #2, Su Sketch Incentive Cover The Transformers: Escalation #2, Page 1 The Transformers: Escalation #2, Page 2 The Transformers: Escalation #2, Page 3 The Transformers: Escalation #2, Page 4 The Transformers: Escalation #2, Page 5 Source: IDW Publishing
THE TRANSFORMERS: SPOTLIGHT - SIX SHOT (4 of 5) Publisher: IDW Publishing Writers: Simon Furman Pencils: Rob Ruffolo Covers: Rob Ruffolo, James Raiz Continuing a series of one-shots focusing on some of the best-loved (or loathed) characters from the TRANSFORMERS Universe. This month, the spotlight falls on SIXSHOT, as the DECEPTICONS' living weapon- teetering on the edge of a potentially catastrophic mental breakdown- goes in search of the TERRORCONS, the mysterious Reapers and, perhaps, redemption. Written by Simon Furman and featuring pencils, inks, and colors by Rob Ruffolo. James Raiz once again provides a variant cover. View: The Transformers: Spotlight - Six Shot, Raiz Cover The Transformers: Spotlight - Six Shot, Ruffalo Cover The Transformers: Spotlight - Six Shot, Raiz Sketch Incentive Cover The Transformers: Spotlight - Six Shot, Ruffalo Sketch Incentive Cover The Transformers: Spotlight - Six Shot, Page 1 The Transformers: Spotlight - Six Shot, Page 2 The Transformers: Spotlight - Six Shot, Page 3 The Transformers: Spotlight - Six Shot, Page 4 The Transformers: Spotlight - Six Shot, Page 5 Source: IDW Publishing ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- SPIKE: ASYLUM #4 (of 5) Publisher: IDW Publishing Writers: Brian Lynch Pencils: Franco Urru Covers: Franco Urru, Matt Busch Part 4 of 5 Things were bad enough when every inmate in the asylum wanted Spike dead. But now, the asylum staff has joined the cause. It's Spike vs. pretty much everyone. Poor, poor everyone. Spike's latest adventure, courtesy of screenwriter Brian Lynch and artist Franco Urru! View: Spike: Asylum #4, Urru Cover Spike: Asylum #4, Busch Cover Spike: Asylum #4, Photo Incentive Cover Spike: Asylum #4, Page 1 Spike: Asylum #4, Page 2 Spike: Asylum #4, Page 3 Spike: Asylum #4, Page 4 Spike: Asylum #4, Page 5 Source: IDW Publishing ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- ELEPHANTMEN #5 Publisher: Image Comics Writers: Richard Starkings Pencils: Moritat Covers: Ladrönn, Chris Weston (Variant) "EXODUS" They were promised freedom. They had been trapped like monkeys in a barrel. Hunted Down. Shot. Drugged. And then they were herded away in cattle trucks. Like Animals. Our fifth issue picks up where our zero issue left off as the Elephantmen start to discover that freedom from MAPPO isn't much like freedom at all. Leg-breaking variant cover by MINISTRY OF SPACE's CHRIS WESTON! View: Elephantmen #5, Ladrönn Cover Elephantmen #5, Flip Cover (from Wizard Universe) Elephantmen #5, Page 1 Elephantmen #5, Page 2 Elephantmen #5, Page 3 Elephantmen #5, Page 4 Elephantmen #5, Page 5 UPDATED: 12/19/2006 - added flip cover Source: Newsarama and Wizard Universe ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- PIRATES OF CONEY ISLAND #3 (of 8) Publisher: Image Comics Writers: Rick Spears Pencils: Vasilis Lolos Covers: Vasilis Lolos, Becky Cloonan (Variant) Part 3 of 8 Patch and the Pirates are on the prowl hunting cars and tonight's prey is a sweet Œ66 Pontiac GTO. The Pirates attack and board the GTO in full-blown Pirate style, ARRGH!! Then after a quick stop at the chop shop it's off to the Coney midway for more trouble. Ah, it's the Pirate's life for me! View: Pirates of Coney Island #3, Lolos Cover Pirates of Coney Island #3, Cloonan Cover (from Newsarama) Pirates of Coney Island #3, Page 1 Pirates of Coney Island #3, Page 2 Pirates of Coney Island #3, Page 3 Pirates of Coney Island #3, Page 4 Pirates of Coney Island #3, Page 9 (from Newsarama) Pirates of Coney Island #3, Page 10 (from Newsarama) Pirates of Coney Island #3, Page 11 (from Newsarama) Pirates of Coney Island #3, Page 12 (from Newsarama) Pirates of Coney Island #3, Page 13 (from Newsarama) Pirates of Coney Island #3, Page 14 (from Newsarama) UPDATED: 12/20/2006 - added pages 9-11 and variant cover; updated pages 12-14 Source: Wizard Universe and Newsarama
THE WONDERFUL WIZARD OF OZ GN Publisher: Image Comics/Airwave Comics Writers: L. Frank Baum Adapter: David Chauvel Pencils: Enrique Fernandez Covers: Enrique Fernandez Rediscover this wonderful world of Oz, along with the fantastic and familiar characters who inhabit it, in this fresh adaptation of L. FRANK BAUM’s classic by DAVID CHAUVEL, featuring the breathtaking artwork of ENRIQUE FERNANDEZ. Originally published in France and winner of the prestigious 2005 Grand Prix de La Ville De Lyon Award of Illustration, this all-new adaptation of THE WIZARD OF OZ is presented here for the first time in English. View: The Wonderful Wizard of OZ GN, Cover The Wonderful Wizard of OZ GN, Page 1 The Wonderful Wizard of OZ GN, Page 2 The Wonderful Wizard of OZ GN, Page 3 The Wonderful Wizard of OZ GN, Page 4 The Wonderful Wizard of OZ GN, Page 5 Source: Wizard Universe ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- THE DARKNESS: LEVEL 0 Publisher: Image Comics/Top Cow Writers: Paul Jenkins Pencils: Mattias Snygg, Geraldo Borges (Layouts) Covers: Mattias Snygg 10th Anniversary of the Darkness! A prequel story designed to lead directly into the video game, it also serves as a direct lead in for the new Darkness comic series. The story centers on Anthony Estacado manifesting the Darkness for the first time in the trenches of World War I. Written by The Darkness comic and game writer Paul Jenkins, with art by Mattias Snygg from Starbreeze. This book will ship before The Darkness Level 1 View: The Darkness: Level 0, Cover The Darkness: Level 0, Inside Cover The Darkness: Level 0, Page 1 The Darkness: Level 0, Page 2 The Darkness: Level 0, Page 3 The Darkness: Level 0, Page 4 The Darkness: Level 0, Page 5 (from Comic Book Resources) The Darkness: Level 0, Page 6 (from Comic Book Resources) The Darkness: Level 0, Page 7 (from Comic Book Resources) Source: Wizard Universe and Comic Book Resources ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- CABLE & DEADPOOL #35 Publisher: Marvel Comics Writers: Fabian Nicieza Pencils: Reilly Brown Covers: Mark Brooks Inks: Jeremy Freeman Colorist: Gotham Entertainment Group Letters: Dave Sharpe The divorce is final, and now come the bitter recriminations. But where DEADPOOL is concerned, that means dredging up the ghosts of every person he's ever KILLED -- and trying to understand WHY he did it and how he FELT about it -- that's right, Wade must confront his MANLY FEELINGS of MAYHEM! The agony might very well prove too much... but what does Deadpool do if the only person capable of getting these ghosts out of his head is the person responsible for putting them there...? View: Cable & Deadpool #35, Cover Cable & Deadpool #35, Page 1 Cable & Deadpool #35, Page 2 Cable & Deadpool #35, Page 3 Cable & Deadpool #35, Page 4 (no text, from Comic Book Resources) Cable & Deadpool #35, Page 5 (no text, from Comic Book Resources) Cable & Deadpool #35, Page 6 (no text, from Comic Book Resources) UPDATED: 12/21/2006 - added pages 4-6 Source: Wizard Universe and Comic Book Resources ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- CIVIL WAR: WAR CRIMES (One Shot) Publisher: Marvel Comics Writers: Frank Tieri Pencils: Staz Johnson Covers: Sean Scoffield Inks: Tom Palmer Wilson Fisk, the incarcerated ex-Kingpin of Crime, has a deal to propose to Iron Man: he’ll use his underworld connections to help track down Captain America and his anti-Registration underground in exchange for consideration on his sentence. But can the Kingpin be trusted, or is he playing a deeper game? And how are the criminals of the Marvel Universe being forced to change the way they do business as a result of CIVIL WAR? View: Civil War: War Crimes, Cover Civil War: War Crimes, Page 1 (no text, from Newsarama) Civil War: War Crimes, Page 2 (no text, from Newsarama) Civil War: War Crimes, Page 3 (no text, from Comic Book Resources) Civil War: War Crimes, Page 6 (no text, from Newsarama) Civil War: War Crimes, Page 7 (pencils, from Newsarama) Civil War: War Crimes, Page 8 (no text, from Newsarama) Civil War: War Crimes, Page 9 Civil War: War Crimes, Page 10 Civil War: War Crimes, Page 11 Civil War: War Crimes, Page 12 Civil War: War Crimes, Page 13 (no text, from Comic Book Resources) Civil War: War Crimes, Page 14 (no text, from Comic Book Resources) Civil War: War Crimes, Page 27 (no text, from Comic Book Resources) UPDATED: 12/19/2006 - added page 12; updated pages 9-11 and cover Source: PopCultureShock, Newsarama and Comic Book Resources
FRIENDLY NEIGHBORHOOD SPIDER-MAN #15 Publisher: Marvel Comics Writers: Peter David Pencils: Scot Eaton Covers: Scot Eaton Inks: John Dell Colorist: Matt Milla Letters: Cory Petit Watch out, you latté-sipping, bookmark-bending, literary snob! Spider-Man and the Vulture are bringing a whole new meaning to the term “Battle of the Books” as they duke it out in a bookstore! And stuck right in the middle, dodging hardcovers, is poor Deborah Whitman, author of a memoir detailing her tumultuous relationship with Peter Parker. Whoever invented that old saying about words not hurting as much as sticks and stones obviously hasn’t lived a day in the webslinger’s boots! View: Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man #15, Cover Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man #15, Page 1 Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man #15, Page 2 Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man #15, Page 3 Source: Wizard Universe ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- IRON MAN/CAPTAIN AMERICA: CASUALTIES OF WAR (One Shot) Publisher: Marvel Comics Writers: Christios Gage Pencils: Jeremy Haun Covers: Jim Cheung Inks: Steve Epting Colorist: Morry Hollowell In the midst of Civil War, Captain America and Iron Man meet secretly, one last time, to see if there’s any hope of working things out before further tragedy occurs. Don’t miss this oversized special that reveals how these two men, once the closest of friends and staunchest of allies, could end up leading opposing armies in the conflict tearing apart the Marvel Universe! View: (no text) Iron Man/Captain America: Casualties of War, Iron Man Cover (from The Comic Fanatic) Iron Man/Captain America: Casualties of War, Captain America Cover Iron Man/Captain America: Casualties of War, Page 1 Iron Man/Captain America: Casualties of War, Page 2 Iron Man/Captain America: Casualties of War, Page 3 Iron Man/Captain America: Casualties of War, Page 4 UPDATED: 12/19/2006 - added pages 3-4; updated pages 1-2 and Captain America Cover Source: The Comic Fanatic and PopCultureShock ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- MS. MARVEL #10 Publisher: Marvel Comics Writers: Brian Reed Pencils: Michael Wieringo Covers: Michael Wieringo Inks: Wade Von Grawbadger Colorist: Chris Sotomayor Letters: Dave Sharpe Carol Danvers must face herself and the terrible things she has done. Special guest X-Men Rogue and Beast appear, Carol finds a new romantic interest, and Ms. Marvel’s life begins a frightening new chapter... all in one issue! Special guest artist Mike Wieringo (Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man) joins writer Brian Reed for a very dark moment in the life of Ms. Marvel. View: Ms. Marvel #10, Cover Ms. Marvel #10, Page 1 Ms. Marvel #10, Page 2 Ms. Marvel #10, Page 3 Source: Wizard Universe ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- NEW AVENGERS #26 Publisher: Marvel Comics Writers: Brian Michael Bendis Pencils: Alex Maleev Covers: Alex Maleev Inks: Alex Maleev Letters: Comicraft "THE BALLAD OF CLINT BARTON AND WANDA MAXIMOFF" The story Avengers fans have been waiting for. The shocking return of Hawkeye and the Scarlet Witch. That’s right, Hawkeye AND the Scarlet Witch!! Guest-starring Doctor Strange. Regular writer Bendis re-teams with his Eisner award-winning partner of the Illuminati Special and Daredevil's Alex Maleev to present this, the most important chapter in recent Avengers history. View: New Avengers #26, Cover New Avengers #26, Page 1 New Avengers #26, Page 2 New Avengers #26, Page 3 New Avengers #26, Page 4 New Avengers #26, Page 5 (no text, from Comic Book Resources) UDPATED: 12/19/2006 - updated pages 1-4 and cover Source: PopCultureShock and Comic Book Resources
NEW AVENGERS: THE ILLUMINATI #1 (of 5) Publisher: Marvel Comics Writers: Brian Michael Bendis Pencils: Jim Cheung Covers: Jim Cheung Inks: Mark Morales Colorist: High Letters: Mid Part 1 of 5 The Illuminati is a secret organization comprised of several of the world’s most powerful heroes: Sorcerer Supreme Doctor Strange, Black Bolt, King of the Inhumans, Charles Xavier, founder of the X-Men and mutant rights activist, Reed Richards, founding member of the Fantastic Four, Namor the Sub-Mariner, King of Atlantis and Iron Man (Anthony Stark), founding member of the Avengers. These six men have worked together to mold and shape the status of the superhuman world and the world around it. How and what they have done together has remained a mystery... UNTIL NOW... Writers Brian Michael Bendis ( Avengers, Ultimate Spider-Man) and Brian Reed ( Ms. Marvel) have joined together with Jim Cheung (Young Avengers) to reveal this untold story of the Marvel Universe and the Illuminati’s actions affect today! View: New Avengers: The Illuminati #1, Cover New Avengers: The Illuminati #1, Page 1 (from Newsarama) New Avengers: The Illuminati #1, Page 2 New Avengers: The Illuminati #1, Page 3 New Avengers: The Illuminati #1, Page 4 New Avengers: The Illuminati #1, Page 5 New Avengers: The Illuminati #1, Page 6-7 New Avengers: The Illuminati #1, Page 10 (inked, from Newsarama) New Avengers: The Illuminati #1, Page 15 (inked, from Newsarama) New Avengers: The Illuminati #1, Page 21 (inked, from Newsarama) Source: PopCultureShock, Newsarama and Newsarama ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- SENSATIONAL SPIDER-MAN VOLUME 2 #33 Publisher: Marvel Comics Writers: Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa Pencils: Sean Chen Covers: Clayton Crain Inks: Scott Hanna Colorist: Dan Kemp Letters: Cory Petit SPIDER-MAN UNMASKED Tie-In! "WOUNDS" She wiped his nose when he was a little boy and cleaned his cuts and scrapes whenever he got hurt... In the hour of their greatest tragedy, the death of Ben Parker, she was his rock, and he was hers... She is May Parker, aunt of Peter Parker, the Sensational Spider-man... After her nephew suffers a terrible beating at the hands of one of his most brutal foes, it’s up to her to take care of him... But with the whole world seemingly against them, how long can she bear to see someone she loves in so much pain and anguish? The second of three issues exploring women in Peter Parker’s life post-unmasking! View: Sensational Spider-Man Volume 2 #33, Cover Sensational Spider-Man Volume 2 #33, Page 1 Sensational Spider-Man Volume 2 #33, Page 2 Sensational Spider-Man Volume 2 #33, Page 3 Source: Wizard Universe ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- THUNDERBOLTS #109 Publisher: Marvel Comics Writers: Fabian Nicieza Pencils: Tom Grummett Covers: Tom Grummett Inks: Gary Erskine Colorist: Chris Sotomayor Letters: Richard Starkings "WEIGHT OF THE WORLD" With the Thunderbolts decimated after the events of the Guardian Protocols, Songbird must try to salvage what is left of the team and prepare for a brand-new future. But a new direction hinges on the return of an old friend... who might be too crazy even for the T-Bolts! View: Thunderbolts #109, Cover Thunderbolts #109, Page 1 Thunderbolts #109, Page 2 Thunderbolts #109, Page 3 Source: Wizard Universe ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- X-MEN: FIRST CLASS #4 (of 8) Publisher: Marvel Comics Writers: Jeff Parker Pencils: Roger Cruz Covers: Marko Djurdjevic Inks: Victor Olazaba Colorist: Val Staples Letters: Nate Piekos Part 4 of 8 What dark force concerns Professor X and his gifted students as well as Dr. Strange, Master of the Mystic Arts? The answer lies in the ruby reality of the entity known as Cytorrak! View: X-Men: First Class #4, Cover X-Men: First Class #4, Page 1 X-Men: First Class #4, Page 2 X-Men: First Class #4, Page 3 Source: Wizard Universe
WASTELAND #5 Publisher: Oni Press Writers: Antony Johnston Pencils: Christopher Mitten Covers: Christopher Mitten "DESCEND THE SHADES OF NIGHT", Part 3 More is revealed about the nature and history of Newbegin as Abi and Jakob are forced to ask themselves if they really know anything at all about their mysterious traveling companion Michael. Hop on board the comic that G4 TV called “Part DEADWOOD, part DUNE, and all kick ass!" MATURE READERS View: Wasteland #5, Cover Wasteland #5, Page 1 Wasteland #5, Page 2 Wasteland #5, Page 3 Wasteland #5, Page 4 Wasteland #5, Page 5 Wasteland #5, Page 6 Related Links: The Big Wet website Source: Wizard Universe ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- WALK-IN #1 (of 5) Publisher: Virgin Comics Writers: Dave Stewart, Jeff Parker Pencils: Ashish Padlekar Part 1 of 5 Do you experience missing time? Predict strangers' dreams? Do twins seem to follow you wherever you go? And to you sometimes see cephalopods attached to other people without their knowledge? Don't worry, you're not going mad... yet! You're simply a Walk-In! View: Walk-In #1, Cover (from Virgin Comics) Walk-In #1, Page 1 Walk-In #1, Page 2 Walk-In #1, Page 3 Walk-In #1, Page 4 Walk-In #1, Page 5 Walk-In #1, Page 6 Walk-In #1, Page 7 Walk-In #1, Page 8 Walk-In #1, Page 9 Walk-In #1, Page 10 Walk-In #1, Page 11 Walk-In #1, Page 12 UPDATED: 12/20/2006 - added pages 6-12; updated pages 1-5 Source: Newsarama and Virgin Comics
THE LONE RANGER #3 Publisher: Dynamite Entertainment Writers: Brett Matthews Pencils: Sergio Cariello Covers: John Cassaday Colorist: Dean White The year one origin of the Lone Ranger continues from creators Brett Matthews, John Cassaday, Sergio Cariello and colorist Dean White. After the events of the first two issues, John Reid has struck out on his own to find the man responsible for the deaths of his fellow Rangers... and kill him. Will Tonto's reappearance continue or end their uneasy alliance? View: The Lone Ranger #3, Cover (from Comic Book Resources) The Lone Ranger #3, Page 2 The Lone Ranger #3, Page 3 The Lone Ranger #3, Page 4 The Lone Ranger #3, Page 5 The Lone Ranger #3, Page 6 The Lone Ranger #3, Page 7 The Lone Ranger #3, Page 8 The Lone Ranger #3, Page 10 The Lone Ranger #3, Page 11 The Lone Ranger #3, Page 12 The Lone Ranger #3, Page 13 The Lone Ranger #3, Page 14 The Lone Ranger #3, Page 15 The Lone Ranger #3, Page 16 The Lone Ranger #3, Page 17 The Lone Ranger #3, Page 18 The Lone Ranger #3, Page 19 The Lone Ranger #3, Page 20 The Lone Ranger #3, Page 21 The Lone Ranger #3, Page 22 The Lone Ranger #3, Page 23 UPDATED: 01/29/2007 - complete issue Source: Newsarama and Comic Book Resources ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- CIVIL WAR: FRONT LINE #9 (of 11) Publisher: Marvel Comics Writers: Paul Jenkins Pencils: Ramon Bachs, Steve Lieber Covers: John Watson Inks: John Lucas Colorist: Laura Martin Letters: Randy Gentile Part 9 of 11 The betrayer among the Marvel heroes stands revealed, as war with Atlantis seems inevitable! And Speedball comes face-to-face with his accuser! View: Civil War: Front Line #9, Cover Civil War: Front Line #9, Page 1 Civil War: Front Line #9, Page 2 Civil War: Front Line #9, Page 3 Source: PopCultureShock ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- IRON MAN #14 Publisher: Marvel Comics Writers: Daniel Knauf Pencils: Patrick Zircher Covers: Adi Granov Inks: Scott Hanna Colorist: Edgar Delgado Letters: Joseph Caramagna CIVIL WAR Tie-In! Tony Stark’s life has become a living nightmare. Forced to fight against his former allies over the Superhuman Registration Act, he’s paying the highest possible price for his beliefs. Reconnecting with old friends proves bittersweet as it leads to high risks and impossible decisions. In this Civil War issue, it’s not just about whose side he’s on… it’s about what kind of a man he is. View: Iron Man #14, Cover Iron Man #14, Page 1 Iron Man #14, Page 2 Iron Man #14, Page 3 Iron Man #14, Page 4 Source: PopCultureShock ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- JOHN WOO'S 7 BROTHERS #3 Publisher: Virgin Comics By: Garth Ennis, Jeevan Kang, Amano The Brothers fight their first battle together, but all does not go according to plan. The Son of Hell explores his new empire, as Zheng the assassin makes his opening moves. More than one family connection is revealed as Seven Brothers continues... MATURE READERS View: John Woo's 7 Brothers #3, Cover John Woo's 7 Brothers #3, Page 2 John Woo's 7 Brothers #3, Page 3 John Woo's 7 Brothers #3, Page 5 John Woo's 7 Brothers #3, Page 6 John Woo's 7 Brothers #3, Page 7 John Woo's 7 Brothers #3, Page 8 John Woo's 7 Brothers #3, Page 9 John Woo's 7 Brothers #3, Page 10 Source: Newsarama
FABLES #56 Publisher: DC Comics/Vertigo Comics Writers: Bill Willingham Pencils: Mark Buckingham, Steve Leialoha Covers: James Jean It’s FABLES’ first-ever special Christmas issue, which seeks to answer a burning question: Does Santa Claus really exist? And if so, is he a Fable? Well, we’re not going to tell you here, or there wouldn’t be any reason for you to buy the issue now, would there? So don’t be naughty — be nice, and wait patiently for this extra-length issue to appear in your stocking MATURE READERS View: Fables #56, Cover (from Vertigo Comics) Fables #56, Page 1 Fables #56, Page 2 Fables #56, Page 3 Fables #56, Page 4 Fables #56, Page 5 Fables #56, Page 6 Source: PopCultureShock and Vertigo Comics
MAINTENANCE #1 Publisher: Oni Press Writers: Jim Massey Pencils: Robbi Rodriguez Covers: Robbi Rodriguez Tones: Jared M. Jones Letters: Douglas Sherwood You think your job is bad? Doug and Manny have you beat! These guys are janitors! But they’re not your typical custodial crew--no, sir! They’re the guys who keep things shiny and clean at TerroMax, Inc., the world’s biggest and best evil science think tank! When they’re not dealing with toxic spill monsters and talking mansharks, they still have to worry about mad scientists, crazy would-be dictators, and the cute girl who works at reception! Fresh talent Jim Massey & Robbi Rodriguez have created the funniest, most outlandish Oni Press series since BARRY WEEN! MATURE READERS NOTE: When the new window appears, copy and paste the link back into that same window to view the images. View: Maintenance #1, Cover Maintenance #1, Page 1 Maintenance #1, Page 2 Maintenance #1, Page 3 Maintenance #1, Page 4 Source: PopCultureShock ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- CODE #1 Publisher: The Guardian Line Writers: Michael Davis Pencils: Michael Davis Covers: Michael Davis Code's world is a part of the Guardian Universe, but there are people, places and things unique to his environment. First, Code is not an angel. He is mortal. This is important because it allows Code to travel into Hell's Gate where all angels lose their power. Conversely, Code may be a mortal, but that in and of itself is an understatement. Code is human, but with extraordinary abilities. As Code's stories unfold, the reader finds out a little more about him. Some clues to his identity will be easy...some not. Code is conscious of the certainty that he has a family. One he is trying so very hard to get back to, trying so very hard to remember. Code is on a mission from God. Code is tormented by his inability to remember. He will often dream about his past, waking no closer to the truth. Steven Dark fears Code the most. That is because he has no power over this brooding man. Dark is keenly aware that Code can lay waste to his plans. This above all else makes Code a marked man in Dark's eyes. Dark knows all about Code's past. He will at times torture Code with that information. Often Dark will reveal small tidbits to Code that will send Code on a useless journey to nowhere. Dark is counting on the day he makes Code an offer: Code's past and the way back to his family in exchange for a small price. That price is Code's soul. View: Code #1, Cover Code #1, Page 1 (from The Guardian Line) Code #1, Page 2 (from The Guardian Line) Code #1, Page 3 (from The Guardian Line) Code #1, Page 4 (no text) Code #1, Page 5 (no text) Code #1, Page 6 (no text) Code #1, Page 7 (no text) Code #1, Page 8 (no text) Code #1, Page 9 (from The Guardian Line) ADDED: 07/07/2007 Source: The Comic Fanatic, The Guardian Line
