KOOKABURRA K # 3 The Story:
The titanic red wave of destructive energy has nearly destroyed the entire universe; without anyone surviving long enough to ask themselves why! The passengers of the space cruiser K, the only survivors in the galaxy, found refuge on Eyrolia, the mysterious “Planet of Illusions.” But far from being saved, they are captured by the terrible Master-Guardian of the planet who sees them as invaders, coming to steal the jewel he protects at the heart of his planet. Only one being thinks he can stop the madness that is destroying their reality. He is the Paladin, and for him there can only be one culprit: the Kookaburra, almighty reincarnate… Under Mitric’s quill and drawings by Ramos, discover the stunning conclusion to the Kookaburra K trilogy. 48 PGS./Mature …$5.99
CABLE # 21 The Story:
From the moment Cable jumped into the time stream with the infant “mutant messiah,” he’s had only one goal: keep Hope alive until she can choose her own destiny. But now, stranded on a planet in its death throes, eating fried rat on a stick for the millionth time, Hope turns to Cable and tells him she’s ready to go home. Thus begins “Homecoming,” the penultimate chapter in the X-Men saga that began with “Messiah CompleX.” It’s not only zero hour for Cable and Hope, but also for the mutant hunting them, Lucas Bishop, who is rapidly running out of chances to save mutantkind and the world. Because if Hope does make it back to the present, everything changes for the X-Men. Rated T …$3.99
KOOKABURRA K # 2 The Story:
Still aboard the spaceship K, the children slowly reveal their unbelievable powers, and when K is suddenly caught by the gravity of planet Eyrolia, the ship’s commanders are powerless to do anything! Under the light of two suns, Urlik and Ash Ka regain consciousness on this planet that seems to be paradise. But when they are suddenly attacked by brutal warriors, not even the young telepath of their party can detect thought in the killers’ minds. On this planet of one thousand illusions, not even the giant steel rocket K can offer them protection. 48 PGS./Mature …$5.99
KOOKABURRA K # 1 VARIANT The Story:
From beyond the farthest frontiers of any solar system explored by man, a destructive force is sweeping through the universe wiping Callystes, Dakoï, Lilith and Planet Earth from the stellar map. A rocket full of refugees hurtles through space with the letter “K” emblazoned on its side. On board the unlikely crew of seven children, several adults, an ancient wizard-knight and the ghost of a cyborg travel with a mysterious cargo that will alter their fates forever. Mature …$5.99
KOOKABURRA K # 1 The Story:
From beyond the farthest frontiers of any solar system explored by man, a destructive force is sweeping through the universe wiping Callystes, Dakoï, Lilith and Planet Earth from the stellar map. A rocket full of refugees hurtles through space with the letter “K” emblazoned on its side. On board the unlikely crew of seven children, several adults, an ancient wizard-knight and the ghost of a cyborg travel with a mysterious cargo that will alter their fates forever. Mature …$5.99
DARK X-MEN: THE BEGINNING # 1 60S DECADE VARIANT The Story:
UTOPIA TIE-IN Who are the Dark X-Men and how did they come to be? FIND OUT HERE! Each issue has 3 11-page stories, each dedicated to one of the Dark X-Men and how they came to be part of the team. This first two issues focus on Emma Frost, Mimic, Cloak & Dagger, Daken, Weapon X and Dark Beast! Rated A …$3.99
AVENGERS: THE INITIATIVE # 25 The Story:
"THE INITIATIVE: DISASSEMBLED" reaches its shocking conclusion! The full effects of Dark Reign take hold as Norman Osborn reshapes the Initiative into a place to train the Dark Avengers of tomorrow! And wait until you see who's running things now...(Hint: they're on the cover!) But what will happen to the Gauntlet, Tigra, Trauma and the other heroes who've made the Initiative what it is? Oh, Norman has plans for them as well... DON'T MISS THE ISSUE THAT CHANGES THE INITIATIVE FOREVER! Rated T …$2.99
AVENGERS: THE INITIATIVE # 24 The Story:
THE INITIATIVE: DISASSEMBLED CONTINUES! A Dark Reign has fallen. Norman Osborn has disbanded S.H.I.E.L.D. and shut down Camp Hammond. That leaves the Shadow Initiative out in the cold...stuck in Madripoor with no means of escape, hunted by an army of Hydra agents, including Wolverine's old foes, Bloodscream and Roughhouse! They have no idea if Norman even knows they’re out there, or if they’re better off if he doesn’t! If you thought changing costumes was the biggest event in Taskmaster's career, you cannot miss this issue...
Rated T+ …$2.99
AVENGERS: THE INITIATIVE # 23 The Story:
This is it...the explosive issue that changes everything! From the moment it was formed, the Initiative has had more than its share of dark secrets. Now, they've all come out. On top of everything else, can the Initiative survive this? Well, the title of this story is THE INITIATIVE: DISASSEMBLED...
Rated T+ …$2.99
AVENGERS: THE INITIATIVE # 22 The Story:
"The Initiative Disassembled" continues as Counter-Force--the original New Warriors--return to join the battle against Ragnarok! But will they save Camp Hammond--or destroy it? Be here as events set in motion in our very first issue rocket towards their devastating conclusion...we're not kidding when we say the Initiative will never be the same!
Rated T+ …$2.99
AVENGERS: THE INITIATIVE # 21 The Story:
THE INITIATIVE DISASSEMBLED begins here! The Fifty State Initiative stands revealed as a Skrull plot. Key personnel have left Camp Hammond, never to return. And that's the least of the shocking fallout from Secret Invasion. Is there a future for our heroes? It could be a moot question when the mad clone of Thor, last seen in CIVIL WAR, is revived and turned loose on Stamford! This is no idle hype, True Believer--after this story, the Initiative will never be the same!
Rated T+ …$2.99
RUNAWAYS # 6 The Story:
“Dead Wrong”
The conclusion of Terry Moore’s (Strangers in Paradise) first heart-wrenching story-arc. It’s the final showdown between Karolina’s fellow Majesdanians and the Runaways. The effects of this will shake the core of the Runaways and change their lives. And with Humberto Ramos (X-MEN, WOLVERINE) on board you KNOW you can’t miss this. Part 6 (of 6)
Rated T+ …$2.99
RUNAWAYS # 5 The Story:
The chase is on! The Majesdanians have returned and want blood. Can the Runaways run fast enough to escape? Will Karolina and Xavin ever look at each other the same way again? Can Chase get out of his new job early enough to help them?
Rated T+ …$2.99
RUNAWAYS # 4 The Story:
The Runaways are breaking up! Something is splitting the team in two and it’s not just the attack by the aliens who are hunting Karolina. Can the kids get back together in time to save their teammate? Chances aren’t looking good!
32 PGS./Rated T+ …$2.99
RUNAWAYS # 3 The Story:
The Runaways are more scattered than ever! Barely surviving an attack by some of the few remaining members of Karolina’s alien race, the Runaways need to pull it together to be ready for the alien warriors when they get back. But it’s looking bleak! Brought to you by comic legend Terry Moore (Strangers in Paradise) and Humberto Ramos (X-MEN, SPIDER-MAN).
Rated T+ …$2.99
RUNAWAYS # 2 The Story:
The kids are back in town, and LA will never be the same. They’ve set up new digs in Malibu, but will they be able to keep it from being destroyed the first day? The remains of Runaway Karolina’s alien race has come to Earth to get revenge for the millions who died on their homeworld. And they’re pointing their fingers at Karolina and Xavin. All this from comic legend Terry Moore (Strangers in Paradise, Echo) and superstar Humberto Ramos (X-MEN, SPIDER-MAN)!
Rated T+ …$2.99
RUNAWAYS # 1 The Story:
Come see the beginning of a whole new Runaways! Comics legend Terry Moore (Strangers in Paradise, Echo) and super-star artist Humberto Ramos (X-MEN, WOLVERINE, SPIDER-MAN) run back to Los Angeles with your favorite teen heroes. But it’s not the same city they left so long ago. The Runaways try to stay off the radar, but the sins of their parents won’t make that possible…
Rated T+ …$2.99
NEW X-MEN # 46 VARIANT The Story:
MESSIAH COMPLEX PART 12
Showdown. The X-Men vs. The Marauders vs. X-Force vs. The Acolytes vs. New X-Men vs. Predator X. Will the victor get the spoils and claim the baby? Whatever the outcome, the future of mutantkind begins here!
Rated T+ …$2.99
NEW X-MEN # 46 The Story:
MESSIAH COMPLEX PART 12
Showdown. The X-Men vs. The Marauders vs. X-Force vs. The Acolytes vs. New X-Men vs. Predator X. Will the victor get the spoils and claim the baby? Whatever the outcome, the future of mutantkind begins here!
Rated T+ …$2.99
NEW X-MEN # 45 VARIANT The Story:
MESSIAH COMPLEX Part 8
A three way melee erupts over the baby! Some want to kill it, some want to save it, and when the dust settles, not everyone is left standing. Meanwhile, Layla Miller and Madrox gather clues while Madrox Prime slips deeper into his coma.
32 PGS./Rated T+ …$2.99
NEW X-MEN # 45 The Story:
MESSIAH COMPLEX Part 8
A three way melee erupts over the baby! Some want to kill it, some want to save it, and when the dust settles, not everyone is left standing. Meanwhile, Layla Miller and Madrox gather clues while Madrox Prime slips deeper into his coma.
32 PGS./Rated T+ …$2.99
NEW X-MEN # 44 2ND PRINTING VARIANT The Story:
The New X-Men have been ordered to remain at the mansion while the more experienced teams search for the abducted mutant baby. But the last generation of mutants isn’t content on the sidelines, launching a sneak attack on the Purifiers instead. But have they confronted an enemy that’s out of their league?
Rated T+ …$2.99
NEW X-MEN # 44 The Story:
The New X-Men have been ordered to remain at the mansion while the more experienced teams search for the abducted mutant baby. But the last generation of mutants isn’t content on the sidelines, launching a sneak attack on the Purifiers instead. But have they confronted an enemy that’s out of their league?
Rated T+ …$2.99
NEW X-MEN # 44 VARIANT The Story:
The New X-Men have been ordered to remain at the mansion while the more experienced teams search for the abducted mutant baby. But the last generation of mutants isn’t content on the sidelines, launching a sneak attack on the Purifiers instead. But have they confronted an enemy that’s out of their league?
Rated T+ …$2.99
X-MEN # 203 The Story:
As the Xavier Academy reels from Exodus's attack and the Marauders' true goals emerge, the X-Men finally find themselves in a position to take the offensive. But only if Iceman and Cannonball deliberately walk into an ambush from which they may not emerge alive.
FEATURING ENDANGERED SPECIES Chapter 13
Beast’s alliance with Dark Beast is put to the test as scientific inquiry turns into cold-blooded murder!
40 PGS./Rated A …$2.99
X-MEN # 202 The Story:
The Xavier Academy is under siege, and the full, appalling scale of the Marauders' plans is finally becoming clear. Now Iceman and Cannonball have to stay ahead of the pursuit long enough to mount a counter-attack - and to deprive their enemies of the one precious resource that could be the key to both victory and survival. FEATURING ENDANGERED SPECIES CHAPTER 9 - Can the ”Black Womb” facility answer any riddles surrounding Beast?
X-MEN # 201 The Story:
The Marauders' trap closes on the X-Men - from within and from without! But devastating though it is, this attack is only a move in a larger game - and the survivors of Rogue's team have to figure out what the objective is before they can have a prayer of fighting back...
32 PGS./Rated T+ …$2.99
X-MEN # 200 2ND PRINTING VARIANT The Story:
Blinded by the Light, Part 1 of 4.
Jump on board here! This is where it all begins! The X-Men face meltdown from within and from without... and their leader, Rogue, faces something worse. Meanwhile a mysterious strike force is taking out the few remaining mutants one by one, with ruthless efficiency. But who is the ultimate target? This special double-sized anniversary issue features a plethora of mutant guest stars, the return of several fan-favorites, and a devastating face-off against the deadliest villain team in the X-Men's forty-four year history! FEATURING THE FIRST ENDANGERED SPECIES BACK-UP STORY LEADING UP TO THIS FALL'S X-MEN EVENT!
64 PGS./Rated A …$3.99
X-MEN # 200 Humberto Ramos Wraparound Variant The Story:
Blinded by the Light, Part 1 of 4.
Jump on board here! This is where it all begins! The X-Men face meltdown from within and from without... and their leader, Rogue, faces something worse. Meanwhile a mysterious strike force is taking out the few remaining mutants one by one, with ruthless efficiency. But who is the ultimate target? This special double-sized anniversary issue features a plethora of mutant guest stars, the return of several fan-favorites, and a devastating face-off against the deadliest villain team in the X-Men's forty-four year history! FEATURING THE FIRST ENDANGERED SPECIES BACK-UP STORY LEADING UP TO THIS FALL'S X-MEN EVENT!
64 PGS./Rated A …$3.99
X-MEN # 200 David Finch Gatefold Variant The Story:
Blinded by the Light, Part 1 of 4.
Jump on board here! This is where it all begins! The X-Men face meltdown from within and from without... and their leader, Rogue, faces something worse. Meanwhile a mysterious strike force is taking out the few remaining mutants one by one, with ruthless efficiency. But who is the ultimate target? This special double-sized anniversary issue features a plethora of mutant guest stars, the return of several fan-favorites, and a devastating face-off against the deadliest villain team in the X-Men's forty-four year history! FEATURING THE FIRST ENDANGERED SPECIES BACK-UP STORY LEADING UP TO THIS FALL'S X-MEN EVENT!
64 PGS./Rated A …$3.99
X-MEN # 200 Chris Bachalo Wraparound Cover The Story:
Blinded by the Light, Part 1 of 4.
Jump on board here! This is where it all begins! The X-Men face meltdown from within and from without... and their leader, Rogue, faces something worse. Meanwhile a mysterious strike force is taking out the few remaining mutants one by one, with ruthless efficiency. But who is the ultimate target? This special double-sized anniversary issue features a plethora of mutant guest stars, the return of several fan-favorites, and a devastating face-off against the deadliest villain team in the X-Men's forty-four year history! FEATURING THE FIRST ENDANGERED SPECIES BACK-UP STORY LEADING UP TO THIS FALL'S X-MEN EVENT!
64 PGS./Rated A …$3.99
RUNAWAYS SAGA # 1 The Story:
Recapping the entire series to date, the Runaways’ saga will be told by their youngest member, Molly Hayes. From their betrayal by their parents to the death of her friends, Molly will walk us through the trying times of our troubled teens. Through her eyes, we’ll see the heroes of the Marvel Universe and get her impressions on Captain America, Cloak and Dagger, and the New Avengers. No stone will be left unturned as this precocious pre-teen speaks her mind. Molly’s tale will be bookended by an original story by C.B. Cebulski and Humberto Ramos. This 48-page special will also include an extras
section featuring never-before-seen sketches and artwork.
48 PGS./No Ads/Rated T+ …$3.99
X-MEN # 196 The Story:
"Primary Infection"
The X-Men confront Pandemic and the Plague Dogs, but too late to stop Rogue from being infected with strain 88. How desperate do you have to be when Sabretooth is your ace in the hole? And will the cure turn out to be worse than the disease? Part 3 (of 3)
32 PGS./Rated A …$2.99
X-MEN # 195 The Story:
"PRIMARY INFECTION"
While the X-Men follow her trail to India, Rogue is at the mercy of the man known as Pandemic! What is his fascinating connection with Rogue? What has he done to Lady Mastermind? Why is he called Pandemic? All good questions. Read the issue and find out! Part 2 (of 3)!
32 PGS./Rated A …$2.99
X-MEN # 194 The Story:
“PRIMARY INFECTION” Part 1 (of 3)!
Having barely survived their first mission as a team, Rogue’s squad immediately find themselves up against another new
mysterious threat! What does the man called Pan want with the X-Men, and what is he willing to do to get it?!
32 PGS./Rated A ...$2.99
WOLVERINE # 48 The Story:
Epilogue to "Vendetta"
Logan’s survived a plane crash, near-decapitation and being burned alive. The question is... HOW? In this special epilogue to the sellout smash Civil War tie-in arc, the answers start to unfold. Think you know everything there is to know about Marvel’s most popular mutant? Think again. Logan’s newest mystery begins here.
32 PGS./Parental Advisory ...$2.99
WOLVERINE 47 # 47 The Story:
CIVIL WAR Tie-In!
“Vendetta,” Part 6
This is it! The senses-shattering conclusion to the Civil War tie-in Vendetta! It had to come down to this: At 30 thousand feet, aboard the SHIELD Helicarrier, it’s Logan vs. SHIELD’s elite Super Human Restraint Unit...and one of the Marvel Universe’s most powerful super heroes: The Sentry! Logan started this story as the hunter, but he’s finishing it as the prey!
32 PGS./Parental Advisory ...$2.99
WOLVERINE 46 # 46 The Story:
CIVIL WAR TIE-IN!
“VENDETTA”
Featuring the return of the cult favorite, DAMAGE CONTROL! But have they gone from cleaning up disasters to causing them? And what is their connection to the Stamford disaster? To find out, Wolverine will take no prisoners. Part 5 (of 6)
32 PGS./Parental Advisory ...$2.99
WOLVERINE # 45 The Story:
“VENDETTA”
Wolverine is trying to find out the secret of the Stamford Disaster, but he’ll have to go through NAMOR THE SUB-MARINER to get it. Marvel’s most popular mutant throws down with Marvel’s first mutant. Guest-starring Iron Man, this chapter features Wolverine and Namor’s undersea kingdom of ATLANTIS as you’ve never seen them before!
Part 4 (of 6).
32 PGS./Parental Advisory ...$2.99
WOLVERINE # 44 The Story:
“CIVIL WAR” Tie-in!
“VENDETTA”
The smackdown of the century is here: Wolverine vs. Nitro - The Human Bomb! But what dark secret does Nitro hold that threatens to shake up everything? And who are the three mysterious strangers tracking Wolverine? Everything you think you know is wrong.
32 PGS./Parental Advisory ...$2.99
WOLVERINE # 43 The Story:
CIVIL WAR TIE-IN!
“VENDETTA”
In the aftermath of the Stamford Massacre, Logan makes it his personal mission to take down the man responsible. But someone else is hunting the same prey: a mysterious trio whose identity -- and mission -- will send shockwaves through the Marvel Universe in the months to come. If Logan wants dibs on his prey, then he’s going to have to go through them.
Part 2 (of 6).
32 PGS./Parental Advisory ...$2.99
WOLVERINE # 42 The Story:
CIVIL WAR TIE-IN
“Vendetta,” Part 1 of 6
Marc Guggenheim, a veteran writer for TV’s The Practice, Law & Order, and most recently, CSI , is joined by fan-favorite artist Humberto Ramos (SPECTACULAR SPIDER-MAN) for this CIVIL WAR tie-in arc.
In the aftermath of the Riverbank Tragedy, Logan makes it his personal mission to take down the man responsible. No sooner does he begin his hunt, however, than he discovers that someone else is stalking the same prey: a mysterious trio whose identity -- and disturbing mission -- will come as a shock to many! If Logan’s unsettled by who these guys are, then just wait until he discovers who they answer to!
32 PGS./Parental Advisory ...$2.99
SPECTACULAR SPIDER-MAN # 20 The Story:
AVENGERS DISASSEMBLED TIE-IN! PART 4 (OF 4)
At his lowest ebb, struggling to hold onto the last vestige of the humanity buried deep inside him, Spidey is lent a helping hand by one of Earth's Mightiest Heroes!
SPECTACULAR SPIDER-MAN # 19 The Story:
AVENGERS DISASSEMBLED TIE-IN! “CHANGES” PART 3 (OF 4) Betrayed by his body and suffering the painful effects of his slow transformation from man to arachnid, Spidey must once again confront the architect of his metamorphosis – the Queen! But only Captain
SPECTACULAR SPIDER-MAN # 18 The Story:
AVENGERS DISASSEMBLE TIE-IN! His humanity slipping away from him, a danger to his friends and loved ones, Spidey grapples with the amazing transformation that's taken hold of him--while, in the depths of the world, the Queen awaits…
SPECTACULAR SPIDER-MAN # 17 The Story:
AVENGERS DISASSEMBLED TIE-IN! Spidey's life is thrown into turmoil as he begins to undergo a shocking transformation--one that may well leave the web-slinger scarred forever! What is the cause of this strange mutation--and how does it connect to the troubles plaguing the Avengers?
SPECTACULAR SPIDER-MAN # 10 The Story:
“COUNTDOWN” Concludes!
Spidey & Doc Ock face off in a titanic, action-packed throwdown! But will the wall-crawler be forced to disclose his true identity in order to preserve world peace?
32 PGS./MARVEL PSR…$2.25
SPECTACULAR SPIDER-MAN # 9 The Story:
“COUNTDOWN” pt. 4 (of 5)
It’s High Noon in Times Square as a defeated Spider-Man confronts Doc Ock, with countless innocent lives hanging in the balance!
32 PGS./MARVEL PSR…$2.25
SPECTACULAR SPIDER-MAN # 8 The Story:
"COUNTDOWN" pt. 3 (of 5)
Doctor Octopus is out to ruin Spider-Man once and for all and has given the wall-crawler an ultimatum. For the safe release of the Palestinian ambassador, Spider-Man must reveal his identity to the entire world!
32 PGS./MARVEL PSR…$2.25 (each)
SPECTACULAR SPIDER-MAN # 7 The Story:
“COUNTDOWN" pts. 1 & 2 (of 5)
Doc Ock is out to destroy Spider-Man once and for all but this time he's doing it in style. Check out Humberto Ramos' cool new redesign of Spider-Man's most devious villain.
32 PGS. (each)/MARVEL PSR…$2.25 (each)
SPECTACULAR SPIDER-MAN # 6 The Story:
“COUNTDOWN" pts. 1 & 2 (of 5)
Doc Ock is out to destroy Spider-Man once and for all but this time he's doing it in style. Check out Humberto Ramos' cool new redesign of Spider-Man's most devious villain.
32 PGS. (each)/MARVEL PSR…$2.25 (each)
SPECTACULAR SPIDER-MAN # 5 The Story:
Eddie Brock is dying. His cancer has caught up to him and Venom has finally lost his ideal host. As Spidey tries to understand why Eddie has hated him all these years, he’s forced to make an ultimate decision... Should Spidey save Eddie’s life - allowing Venom to live?
32 PGS./MARVEL PSR…$2.25
AVENGERS: THE INITIATIVE VOL. 4 - DISASSEMBLED TPB The Story:
The Initiative is threatened like never before! With public opinion turning against the Initiative following the Skrull invasion of Earth, the camp’s black-ops unit, the Shadow Initiative, must leave headquarters on an important mission to abduct one of their own, Hardball — a former Initiative member who has defected to the terrorist organization Hydra. Meanwhile, as angry protesters surround Camp Hammond, a massive threat from within is revealed. Though the Skrulls might be gone, their handiwork is still very much alive as a fearsome foe from the past appears, forcing the remaining members of the Initiative to unite, or be lost in the storm. Plus: Meet Reptil, the newest addition to the Marvel Universe! Collecting AVENGERS: THE INITIATIVE #20-25 and AVENGERS: THE INITIATIVE FEATURING REPTIL. Rated T …$19.99
DARK AVENGERS/UNCANNY X-MEN: UTOPIA HC The Story:
The Dark Avengers take on the Uncanny X-Men in a story that shakes the foundations of the Marvel Universe. Norman Osborn declares martial law and sends the Dark Avengers in to quell the riots and take down the X-Men. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Norman Osborn already has his own team of Avengers, and now he has his own team of mutants. Introducing the DARK X-MEN! Collecting DARK AVENGERS/UNCANNY X-MEN: UTOPIA & EXODUS; UNCANNY X-MEN #513-514, DARK AVENGERS #7-8, DARK X-MEN: THE BEGINNING #1-3, X-MEN LEGACY #226-227 and DARK X-MEN: THE CONFESSION. Rated T …$39.99 ISBN: 978-0-7851-4233-1 Trim size: oversized
RUNAWAYS VOL. 9: DEAD WRONG DIGEST The Story:
After escaping catastrophe in New York City, the seven friends have returned to their home: Los Angeles. But all is not well in the City of Angels, as a group of soldiers from Runaway Karolina Dean’s home planet arrives with guns blazing, demanding that their fellow Majesdanian be handed over to them for some unknown offense. Though the otherworldly warriors are repelled, the clock is ticking down to the moment when they will rally and return. As the Majesdanians struggle to regroup, the Runaways begin to fall apart, squabbling over the best course to take. Some advocate direct action, others diplomacy and, distressingly, Karolina considers just giving herself up. How can the Runaways face their biggest threat to date when they’re having trouble facing one another? Collecting RUNAWAYS VOL. 3 #1-6. Rated T …$9.99
UNCANNY X-MEN: MANIFEST DESTINY TPB The Story:
Go west, young mutants! Following the events of Messiah CompleX, the X-Men are heading west, founding a new home for themselves, and all mutants, in a place known for its tolerance: San Francisco, California. Shortly after their arrival, however, the X-Men finds themselves tangling with Magneto and fighting down the robotic, mutant-killing Sentinels. And as if that wasn’t enough, Pixie, one of the youngest members of the team, learns just how dangerous bigotry is when she’s confronted by the all-new Hellfire Cult. Collecting UNCANNY X-MEN #500-503, X-MEN FREE COMIC BOOK DAY #1 and MANIFEST DESTINY: DAZZLER, KARMA, MERCURY/X-23, COLOSSUS, EMMA FROST, GRAYMALKIN & JUGGERNAUT. Rated T …$24.99 ISBN: 978-0-7851-2451-1
AVENGERS: THE INITIATIVE - DISASSEMBLED PREMIERE HC The Story:
The Invasion is over and the Initiative has been rocked to its core. Now that the truth is out, that the program was conceived as part of a Skrull plot, can it survive? Who will leave? Who will stay? And who will lead them? Also: Learn what's become of the REAL Hank Pym! And when Taskmaster discovers Mutant Zero's true identity, she gets fightin' mad! Collecting AVENGERS: THE INITIATIVE #20-25 and AVENGERS: THE INITIATIVE FEATURING REPTIL. Rated T …$24.99 ISBN: 978-0-7851-3151-9
RUNAWAYS: ROCK ZOMBIES The Story:
The spookiest Runaways tale ever! The Val Rhymin subplot has been brewing for a while and peeks here! Chase’s boss is not what he seems! Terry Moore (Strangers in Paradise, Echo) welcomes former Runaways artist Takeshi Miyazawa aboard for this creepy tale of magic and mayhem! Collecting RUNAWAYS VOL. 3 #7-10. Rated T+ …$19.99 ISBN: 978-0-7851-3156-4 Trim size: standard
RUNAWAYS: ROCK ZOMBIES PREMIERE HC DM ONLY The Story:
The spookiest Runaways tale ever! The Val Rhymin subplot has been brewing for a while and peeks here! Chase’s boss is not what he seems! Terry Moore (Strangers in Paradise, Echo) welcomes former Runaways artist Takeshi Miyazawa aboard for this creepy tale of magic and mayhem! Collecting RUNAWAYS VOL. 3 #7-10. Rated T+ …$19.99 ISBN: 978-0-7851-4138-9
RUNAWAYS: DEAD WRONG The Story:
After escaping catastrophe in New York City, the seven friends have returned to their home: Los Angeles. But all is not well in the City of Angels, as a group of soldiers from Runaway Karolina Dean’s home planet arrives with guns blazing, demanding that their fellow Majesdanian be handed over to them for some unknown offense. Though the otherworldly warriors are repelled, the clock is ticking down to the moment when they will rally and return. As the Majesdanians struggle to regroup, the Runaways begin to fall apart, squabbling over the best course to take. Some advocate direct action, others diplomacy and, distressingly, Karolina considers just giving herself up. How can the Runaways face their biggest threat to date when they’re having trouble facing one another? Collecting RUNAWAYS VOL. 3 #1-6. Rated T …$15.99 ISBN: 978-0-7851-2940-0
UNCANNY X-MEN: MANIFEST DESTINY HC The Story:
Witness the biggest shake-up in X-Men history. With the mansion in Westchester destroyed, the X-Men are moving to San Francisco. But it’s not just a change in the zip code. Come see what the momentous change in status quo means to the X-Men. Collecting UNCANNY X-MEN #500-503, X-MEN FREE COMIC BOOK DAY #1 and MANIFEST DESTINY: DAZZLER, KARMA, MERCURY/X-23, COLOSSUS, EMMA FROST, GRAYMALKIN & JUGGERNAUT.
Rated T+ …$29.99
ISBN: 978-0-7851-3817-4
Trim size: oversized
RUNAWAYS: DEAD WRONG PREMIERE The Story:
The beginning of a whole new Runaways! Comics legend Terry Moore (Strangers in Paradise, Echo) and super-star artist Humberto Ramos (X-MEN, WOLVERINE, SPIDER-MAN) run back to Los Angeles with your favorite teen heroes. But it’s not the same city they left so long ago. The Runaways try to stay off the radar, but the sins of their parents won’t make that possible… Collecting RUNAWAYS VOL. 3 #1-6.
Rated T+ …$19.99
ISBN: 978-0-7851-2939-4
RUNAWAYS: DEAD WRONG PREMIERE HC DM ONLY The Story:
The beginning of a whole new Runaways! Comics legend Terry Moore (Strangers in Paradise, Echo) and super-star artist Humberto Ramos (X-MEN, WOLVERINE, SPIDER-MAN) run back to Los Angeles with your favorite teen heroes. But it’s not the same city they left so long ago. The Runaways try to stay off the radar, but the sins of their parents won’t make that possible… Collecting RUNAWAYS VOL. 3 #1-6.
Rated T+ …$19.99
ISBN: 978-0-7851-3959-1
X-MEN: MESSIAH COMPLEX The Story:
“Easily the best X-Men crossover in over a decade.” — IGN.com
In the aftermath of HOUSE OF M, DECIMATION and ENDANGERED SPECIES, the future of mutants has never been bleaker. At the seeming end of their evolutionary cycle, a miracle arrives in the form of the first mutant birth since the tragic events of M-Day, when the Scarlet Witch obliterated the X-gene from virtually every mutant on the planet. But from this source of hope comes a clash between mutants over who will control the child’s fate. It is a battle in which every mutant on the planet has a stake. The fight is on. The combined effort of several of Marvel’s top creators, X-MEN: MESSIAH COMPLEX mines the rich tapestry of the X-Men Universe for a dizzying thrill-ride of suspense that will set a new course for the future of mutantkind. Collecting the X-MEN: MESSIAH COMPLEX one-shot, Uncanny X-Men #492-494, X-Men #205-207, New X-Men #44-46 and X-FACTOR #25-27.
Rated T+ …$29.99
X-MEN: MESSIAH COMPLEX HC The Story:
The biggest event to hit the X-Men in ten years is here! Just when it looked like there was no possibility of a future for mutants, hope arrives. But the X-Men aren’t there to meet it – the Marauders and Purifiers beat them to it. Now the race is on to get the first new mutant since HOUSE OF M! Collecting X-MEN MESSIAH COMPLEX one-shot, UNCANNY X-MEN #492-494, X-MEN #205-207, NEW X-MEN #44-46 and X-FACTOR #25-27.
Rated T+ …$39.99
X-MEN: MARAUDERS The Story:
The X-Men face meltdown from within and from without...and their leader, Rogue, faces something worse. Meanwhile, a mysterious strike force is taking out the few remaining mutants one by one, with ruthless efficiency. But who is the ultimate target? Featuring a plethora of mutant guest stars, the return of several fan-favorites and a devastating face-off against the deadliest villain team in the X-Men's forty-four year history! Collecting X-MEN #200-204.
Rated A …$14.99
CIVIL WAR: WOLVERINE The Story:
Marc Guggenheim – a veteran writer for TV’s The Practice, Law & Order and CSI – is joined by fan-favorite artist Humberto Ramos (SPECTACULAR SPIDER-MAN) for this CIVIL WAR tie-in. In the aftermath of the Stamford tragedy, Logan makes it his personal mission to take down the man responsible. No sooner does he begin his hunt, however, than he discovers someone else is stalking the same prey: a mysterious trio whose identity, and disturbing mission, will come as a shock to many! If Logan’s unsettled by who these guys are, then just wait until he discovers who they answer to! Collecting WOLVERINE #42-48.
168 PGS./Parental Advisory …$17.99
SPECTACULAR SPIDER-MAN VOL. 4: DISASSEMBLED The Story:
Spider-Man's life is thrown into turmoil as he begins to undergo a shocking transformation – one that may well leave the web-slinger scarred forever! What is the cause of this strange mutation – and how does it connect to the troubles plaguing the Avengers? Betrayed by his body and suffering the painful effects of his slow transformation from man to arachnid, Spidey must confront the architect of his metamorphosis – the Queen! But only Captain America holds the key to her defeat! Collects SPECTACULAR SPIDER-MAN #15-20.
Spectacular Spider-Man Vol. 2: Countdown TPB The Story:
Spidey’s arch-foe Doctor Octopus is sporting an updated new look and a new plan to ruin the wall-crawler’s life once and for all. Doc Ock gives him an ultimatum: for the safe release of the Palestinian ambassador he’s holding hostage, Spider-Man must reveal his secret identity to the entire world! International intrigue and web-spinning action combine as Spider-Man’s newest movie menace ups the ante on their long-time rivalry.
Collects SPECTACULAR SPIDER-MAN #6-10
PETER PARKER, SPIDER-MAN VOL. III: RETURN OF THE GOBLIN The Story:
The Green Goblin is back, and Norman Osborn won't stop until he has the wall-crawler's heart on a silver platter. He's looking to hurt Spider-Man through his heart Ñ putting everyone Peter cares for in danger.
