X-INFERNUS TPB The Story:
Belasco kidnapped another generation of Xavier’s mutant brood, and tortured them in an effort to locate Illyana’s soul. However, Illyana rescued some of the mutants, including the young Pixie – and, sensing the girl’s purity, crafted a plan to defeat her former mentor. Illyana used Pixie’s innocent soul to create a bloodstone of her own, and allowing Pixie to create a soul dagger – a miniature version of Illyana’s old weapon. The mutants stormed Belasco’s castle, and Pixie and Illyana used the dagger to destroy him once and for all. Victorious, Illyana cast the mutants back to earth, and now sits on throne of Limbo once again. S’ym and N’astirh stand by her side as loyal servants … and behind her soulless eyes burn fires that even we demons have learned to fear. Illyana Rasputin rules Limbo once more. Tormented, evil, and in search of her soul, she schemes. And where we demons once were able to use our scrying pools to glimpse the future … now, all we can see…is an inferno… Collecting X-INFERNUS #1-4, X-INFERNUS SAGA and X-MEN: RETURN OF MAGIK MUST HAVE. Rated T …$19.99 ISBN: 978-0-7851-3874-7
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
X-INFERNUS The Story:
When last we saw Darkchylde, she had claimed the throne of Limbo as her own. And now she’s determined to get her soul back, even if she has to conquer Earth in the process. Can the combined forces of the X-Men stop her rampage? They’ll have to fight through every demon in Limbo to try. Plus, get the whole story of Magik's exciting return to the Marvel Universe with X-MEN: RETURN OF MAGIK and the X-INFERNUS SAGA! Collecting X-INFERNUS #1-4, X-INFERNUS SAGA and X-MEN: RETURN OF MAGIK MUST HAVE. Rated T …$24.99 ISBN: 978-0-7851-3947-8 Trim size: oversized
X-MEN FAIRY TALES The Story:
In the tradition of the X-Men classic, “Kitty’s Fairy Tale,” comes a series of new legends, reimagining the greatest X-Men stories through folktales, myths and fables from across the globe. Collects X-MEN FAIRY TALES #1-4.
96 PGS./Rated A ...$10.99
NEW MANGAVERSE: RINGS OF FATE The Story:
The story they said would never be told! It’s been a dark time since we last saw the Mangaverse. Most of the heroes have been driven underground — and now someone’s killing them one by one! Join writer C.B. Cebulski (writer and consultant on the original Mangaverse comics) and artist Tommy Ohtsuka (from the super-popular manga and anime series Slayers and Rescue Angels) for nonstop action! Whether you’re a fan of the original Mangaverse or just a fan of exciting comics, the New Mangaverse is the place to be! Collects NEW MANGAVERSE #1-5.
120 PGS./Rated T+ ...$7.99
ASTONISHING TALES # 6 The Story:
Marvel’s hit anthology series continues! Fur flies as WOLVERINE & PUNISHER duke it out with PREDATOR X and butt heads with the powerful women of Madripoor! IRON MAN 2020 clashes with those who would seek to steal the future – in space! Israeli super soldier SABRA prepares the heroes of tomorrow! And in MOJOWORLD, two goofy guys must make movies – or else! Rated T …$3.99
ASTONISHING TALES # 5 The Story:
MARVEL’S PREMIERE ANTHOLOGY HEATS UP! WOLVERINE & PUNISHER continue their heart-stopping battle with PREDATOR X! Arno Stark defends the future from deadly space pirates in IRON MAN 2020! A haunting figure walks the Earth and leaves violence in his wake in the new SHIVER MAN! And Cannonball and Sunspot pay tribute to film favorites in MOJOWORLD! Rated T …$3.99
ASTONISHING TALES # 4 The Story:
MARVEL’S PREMERE ANTHOLOGY CONTINUES! Madripoor is ablaze as WOLVERINE & PUNISHER battle the genetically engineered mutant hunter PREDATOR X! The future takes a turn for the worse as IRON MAN 2020 confronts the endless robot forces of Commodore Q! DAREDEVIL hunts the most dangerous game in the streets of Hell’s Kitchen! And Sunspot and Cannonball crash some weddings in MOJOWORLD! Rated T+ …$3.99
ASTONISHING TALES # 3 The Story:
Marvel’s premiere all-new anthology continues as WOLVERINE & PUNISHER go toe-to-toe with the deadly Viper on the streets of Madripoor! Meanwhile, in the future, IRON MAN 2020 has problems of his own as his new energy-efficient air transport gets blasted by the mysterious Commodore Q! SUNSPOT and CANNONBALL continue their moviemaking mayhem in MOJOWORLD! And Jonathan Green (Anita Blake: The First Death) and the incredible Fiona Staples give us an untold tale of Spider-Woman’s past…and some of California’s most horrible vampires! Rated T+ …$3.99
WAR OF KINGS: DARKHAWK # 2 The Story:
Is Darkhawk ready to embrace his new role in the cosmos? What drives Chris Powell into unknown territory? What is the truth kept long hidden from him? And what side will he take in the War of Kings? The latest Marvel cosmic star is born here! Plus: a retro blast from the past as we reprint DARKHAWK #2!
Rated T+ …$3.99
X-INFERNUS # 4 The Story:
The climactic conclusion to the winter X-Men event that everyone is talking about! The X-Men team that leaves to save Illyana from Limbo is not the same as the one that left. It’s X-Man vs. X-Man with all of their souls on the line. Rated T+ …$3.99
X-INFERNUS # 4 VARIANT The Story:
The climactic conclusion to the winter X-Men event that everyone is talking about! The X-Men team that leaves to save Illyana from Limbo is not the same as the one that left. It’s X-Man vs. X-Man with all of their souls on the line. Rated T …$3.99
ASTONISHING TALES # 2 The Story:
Can the Punisher and Wolverine survive a round with the ferocious Predator X--and who is the beast’s sexy wrangler? Has Arno Stark, the Iron Man of 2020, met his match in a band of hijack-happy sky-pirates? Will M.O.D.O.K. make it through a meal without killing anyone in a superhero greasy spoon? And are newbie directors Cannonball and Sunspot (of New Mutants) going to make movie magic in the Mojoverse? All is revealed here! Rated T+ …$3.99
X-INFERNUS # 3 The Story:
The battle for Illyana Rasputin’s soul continues! Colossus leads the X-Men into Limbo, but does Illyana want them there?
They’ll find out that her soul isn’t the only one on the line. And who is the mysterious woman who is changing the landscape of reality?
Rated T+ …$3.99
ASTONISHING TALES # 1 The Story:
The Marvel Universe is about to get even more astonishing with this anthology that delivers super-sized thrills every month! First up, fan-fave C.B. Cebulski and superstar Ken Roquefort (Madame Mirage) get gritty with a no-holds-barred Wolverine/Punisher tale you have to see to believe! You like Iron Man? GOOD! We’ve got a double dose of the Iron Avenger as Tony Stark and Arno Stark, Iron Man of the year 2020, headline two tales of corporate and high-tech intrigue. Finally, Cannonball and Sunspot of the New Mutants get sucked into the wildest adventure of their short lives when they spend their summer vacation in…MOJOWORLD!! 40 PGS./Rated T+ …$3.99
X-INFERNUS # 2 The Story:
Darkchilde comes calling to the X-Men’s doorstep—and she’s not leaving without her Soulsword. The next pulse-pounding issue by C.B. Cebulski (LONERS, Drain) and Giuseppe Cammuncoli (MS. MARVEL, Intimates) is here and it’s shaking up the X-Men in a big way.
Rated T+ …$3.99
AVENGERS FAIRY TALES # 4 The Story:
We're not in the Marvel Universe anymore, Toto! When young Jennifer Walters is swept away and carried to the mysterious land Oz, she discovers that turning green is only the beginning of her troubles. But she follows the Rainbow Road and encounters a familiar cast of characters more in need of help than her; a rusty old Iron Man in need of a heart, a scarecrow whose lost his hammer and maybe his mind, and a brave old warrior who simply needs to find his courage. And just when they thought things couldn't get any worse, the Scarlet Witch of the West arrives to utter three ominous words... "No More Munchkins!”
Rated A …$2.99
AVENGERS FAIRY TALES # 3 The Story:
No one's telling any "tall" tales this month as Cassie "Stature" Lang's size-shifting abilities accidentally send her spiraling "down the rabbit hole" and into Wonderland! Stature finds herself on an Alice-like adventure through this warped world where nothing is quite what it seems. And when she finally runs into the other Young Avengers, will she be able to bring her twisted teammates to their senses in time, before Queen of Hearts has off with their heads?!
All Ages …$2.99
AVENGERS FAIRY TALES # 2 The Story:
The Avengers continue to assemble in Marvel Fairy Tales as we focus on the story of a robot who wants nothing more than to be a real boy! Brought to life by the kindly inventor Hank Pym, the Vision is ostracized by other boys his age. When the Scarlet Fairy reveals she can grant his wish to become an actual human boy, The Vision is sent on an extraordinary adventure of self-discovery where he meets an amazing cast of alternate Avengers!
All Ages …$2.99
AVENGERS FAIRY TALES # 1 The Story:
The critically-acclaimed line of Marvel Fairy Tales continues with a coming-of-age tale inspired by the timeless classic Peter Pan! When Wanda and Pietro are swept away to Neverland by the boy who never grows up, they find themselves pulled into a situation beyond their wildest dreams. However, as fairies and lost boys become locked in battle with a vicious pirate captain and his crew, the two children must accept that sometimes fantasy is not always an escape from reality. See Captain America, Iron Man, Thor and the rest of the Avengers as you’ve never seen them before!
Rated All Ages …$2.99
THE LONERS # 6 The Story:
Attempting to put their costumed pasts behind them, the Loners have learned that super hero life can be hell, even in the City of Angels. In this final issue of the acclaimed series, the spandex self-help group is attacked from within -- as one of their members betrays them! Shaken to the core, a Loner departs for good... in a way you never saw coming! Be here for the finale of the series IGN.com calls "an absolutely fascinating and ambitious concept."
32 PGS./Rated T+ …$2.99
ULTIMATES SAGA # 1 The Story:
New Cover Artwork by MARK BROOKS and Interior Pages by TRAVIS CHAREST
Recapping the entire series to date, the ULTIMATES SAGA will be told by their new leader, Tony Stark. As America's premier super-hero team, the Ultimates have been forced to face more trials and tribulations than anyone ever expected during the course of their short time together: a Skrull infiltration, the trial of the Hulk for his murderous rampage, betrayal from within and the invasion of America. Now, no longer under the auspices of S.H.I.E.L.D., Tony Stark is forced to face the reality of his team's newfound freedom. Having gotten his hands on Nick Fury's personal files, Tony sifts through the information Nick has collected about the Ultimates’ adventures and discovers there's been a lot more going on with his team than he ever anticipated. This 32-page special will also include an extra four-page section featuring an all-new story by C.B. Cebulski and superstar Travis Charest.
Rated T+ …$3.99
MYSTIC ARCANA: SISTER GRIMM # 4 The Story:
Bestowed with powers she barely understands, how does one of Marvel's youngest magic users, Sister Grimm from Runaways, deal with her newfound mystic abilities... when all she wants to do is be a normal teenager?! As her parents' past comes back to haunt her, Nico Minoru learns that there may be more to her magical lineage than even she could have imagined. One look in the sacred Black Mirror sends Nico looking for answers she may not like discovering. PLUS: The final chapter of Ian McNee’s quest. Will he possess the four cornerstones of the magic? What shocking revelation does he learn about his past and what does this mean to the Marvel Universe?
40 PGS./Rated T+ …$2.99
SPIDER-MAN FAIRY TALES # 4 The Story:
You've never seen a Cinderella story like this one! In search of a husband for Princess Gwendolyn, a costume ball is thrown for the suitable young men of the Kingdom, but when the mysterious Spider Prince arrives, that's when the trouble begins. Who is this noble knight no one has ever heard of? What grudge do the soldiers in the Goblin Brigade hold against him? And just why does this dashing Spider Prince need to depart before midnight? Will he fall victim to a pumpkin bomb?
THE LONERS # 5 The Story:
The RUNAWAYS spin-off puts the spotlight on a former New Warrior! Once a proud team of high-flying teenage heroes, the New Warriors has become the most hated name in all America. For Turbo, the downfall and disgrace of her old team has been a hard pill to swallow. But as she tries to put her past behind her, can she face her future without hiding behind a mask? Plus, what old Marvel character makes their exciting return to continuity this issue? Writer C.B. Cebulski (X-MEN FAIRY TALES) and artist Karl Moline (Route 666) keep you guessing and the critics raving!
32 PGS./Rated T+ …$2.99
SPIDER-MAN FAIRY TALES # 3 The Story:
Spider-Man Fairy Tales continues with a retelling of Spider-Man's origin, fusing one of Marvel's most classic stories with a number of popular Japanese ghost stories and legends! After the death of his parents, a young Buddhist monk is taken in by his elderly aunt and uncle and has since enjoyed a peaceful life away from further pain and suffering in a secluded temple. But when an evil "tsuchigumo," or spider spirit, attacks and bites the young boy, he finds he's gained tremendous abilities which he must now use to save his temple from six sinister ghostly invaders who have come for his blood!
THE LONERS # 4 The Story:
Can Marvel's former teen heroes stay out of the spandex life? Once she fought aliens and super–villains as the brainy member of Power Pack; now she's trying to become a star in Hollywood - - which is the tougher challenge for Lightspeed? Plus, why has the former Generation X mutant now known as Hollow reached out to the guy who used to be a Green Goblin? C.B. Cebulski (X-MEN FAIRY TALES) and Karl Moline (Route 666) keep you guessing in the latest installment of this RUNAWAYS spin-off!
32 PGS./Rated T+ …$2.99
SPIDER-MAN FAIRY TALES # 2 The Story:
The legend of Kwaku Anansi, the First Spider, melds with the Marvel Universe as Anansi learns a valuable lesson about power and responsibility. On his quest for the legendary Spider-Orchid, Anansi is challenged by four elemental beings who seek to stop him from reaching his goal. Will Anansi be able to overcome the villainous forces of air, water, sand and fire to complete his journey and take his next steps in life? Beautifully painted by Niko Henrichon (Pride of Baghdad.)
32 PGS./Rated A…$2.99
THE LONERS # 3 The Story:
Guest-starring the former Gen X-er now known as Hollow! Phil Urich has a Goblin – a green one – lurking within. But with tensions escalating, how long can he keep his dark side from exploding out? Plus: Who is Hollow, and how will the girl once called Penance bring danger to the door of the Loners?
32 PGS./Rated T+ …$2.99
THE LONERS # 2 The Story:
It’s Ricochet’s day off! But can the former Slinger – used to costumed days of girls and thrills – adjust to life as just another wannabe in L.A.? And when he’s pushed by the guilt of his past, will he spiral back into the tights? What do you think? So who’s waiting to slice his jacket to shreds – and what former Generation X member makes a shocking return on the very last page?
32 PGS./Rated T+ …$2.99
THE LONERS # 1 The Story:
From the pages of RUNAWAYS! Once they were the teen heroes known as Darkhawk, Turbo, Ricochet, Green Goblin and Lightspeed. Now they’re five young adults trying to stay out of spandex. But is walking away from the buzz of danger and intrigue easier said than done? And is a self-help group enough to keep these former crime-fighters out of action? Pull up a chair and join the circle as writer C.B. Cebulski (X-MEN FAIRY TALES), artist Karl Moline (ROGUE, Route 666) and cover artist Jason Pearson (Bodybags) ask the question: How do you kick an addiction to masks and tights?
32 PGS./Rated T+ …$2.99
SPIDER-MAN FAMILY FEATURING SPIDER-CLAN # 1 The Story:
Peter Parker—a.k.a. Spider-Man—is the last survivor of the secret ninja group known as the Spider-Clan...or so he thought. But when Peter is attacked at the grave site of his Uncle Ben, he goes on a quest to learn the truth behind his origins—and he won’t like what he learns! The heat never lets up in this all-new, double-sized thrill ride from C.B. Cebulski and Skottie Young! Plus—thrill to some of the greatest exploits from the past of Spidey’s many incarnations, with reprints of Spider-Man 2099 #3! Also reprints Amazing Spider-Man #252 and from Marvel Shadows & Light #2 "The Date".
104 PGS./Rated A ...$4.99
X-MEN FAIRY TALES # 4 The Story:
The X-Men collide with some of the Brothers Grimm’s most classic fairy tales! When a blind tailor awakens a beautiful red-haired princess from her eternal slumber, he thinks he’s found true love at last. But a certain blade-wielding butcher named Logan may know more about the princess’ past than anyone realizes.
32 PGS./Rated A ...$2.99
X-MEN FAIRY TALES # 3 The Story:
Our storytellers turn their attention to the American South this month and tap the terrifying traditions of New Orleans in a retelling of the romance of Rogue and Gambit. When a voodoo priestess named Mystique meets a young girl who can speak with the spirits of the recently deceased, she tries to bend the girl’s will and use her abilities for evil. They soon learn it’s unwise to upset the ghosts and ghouls of the South, and it’s up to a mysterious Cajun stranger to set things right!
32 PGS./Rated A ...$2.99
X-MEN FAIRY TALES # 2 The Story:
A re-imagining of the tragic origin of Professor Xavier and Magneto! In the ancient African tale, “The Friendship of the Tortoise and the Eagle,” dangerous circumstances cause two pals to take violently different life paths. This tale of friendship and fate is masterfully illustrated by Eisner Award-winning comics legend Kyle Baker (Why I Hate Saturn, Captain America: The Truth, Plastic Man)!
32 PGS./Rated A ...$2.99
NEW MANGAVERSE # 5 The Story:
The fate of the Mangaverse hangs in the balance as Iron Man’s team comes toe-to-toe with Silver Samurai’s forces! Alliances are severed, lives are lost, and to the victors goes—the world! With the traitor revealed, the forces of evil’s final plan is enacted—and do Spider-Man and Wolverine have a chance?
32 PGS./Rated T+ ...$2.99
X-MEN FAIRY TALES # 1 The Story:
In the tradition of the X-Men Classic, “Kitty’s Fairy Tale,” comes a series of new legends, reimagining the greatest X-Men stories through folktales, myths and fables from across the globe. In the story of Momotaro, the Peach-Boy, an old Japanese woodcutter and his wife cut open a giant peach only to find a baby boy with a peach pit for an eye, crying inside! The couple quickly learns that there is more than meets the eye as the baby shoots ruby-red optic blasts when the pit is removed! Afraid of how the outside world would treat him, the Peach-Boy is raised in seclusion until a mysterious Monk comes along and shows the teenaged Peach-Boy that his is a gift to be proud of. Believing he is destined for greater things, the boy joins the monk on a journey to defeat the evil demons that have plagued his lands and captured a beautiful red-haired princess.
32 PGS./Rated A ...$2.99
NEW MANGAVERSE # 4 The Story:
Do the New Mangaverse Avengers stand a chance against the powered-up Hand? The answer proves surprising, as the fate of the world seems to be in the hands of Carol Danvers! But if heavy hitters like Wolverine, Spider-Man, Spider-Woman, Iron Man, Black Cat and the Human Torch can’t stop Sunfire and his crew…what can one S.H.I.E.L.D. agent do!? Plus—answers finally arrive, as we learn the truth about who is killing the world’s super heroes!
UNTOLD TALES OF THE NEW UNIVERSE: D.P.7 # 1 The Story:
The “X-Men of the New Universe” make their grand return to the new millennium with an untold tale from the days of the 80s! On the run from their captors at The Clinic, our Displaced Paranormals take shelter and hope to find the peace they so rightfully deserve on an Indian reservation. However, they soon discover persecution extends beyond those with enhanced genetic abilities and they must side with their Native American brethren to overcome an evil that threatens to engulf them all. Deadwood meets the Seven Samurai in this blast from the past!
32 PGS./T+ SUGGESTED FOR TEENS AND UP ...$2.99
NEW MANGAVERSE # 3 The Story:
“RINGS OF FATE”
Carol Danvers is a little more than your average S.H.I.E.L.D. agent—she might just be the last hope the world has against the unstoppable forces of the Hand! Led by Silver Samurai, Lady Deathstrike, Sunfire, and the now-evil Elektra, the Hand makes its move! But are any of the heroes left to recover the ultimate symbol of freedom?!
32 PGS./T+ SUGGESTED FOR TEENS AND UP ...$2.99
SPIDER-MAN UNLIMITED # 14 The Story:
SUPERSTAR DAVID FINCH DRAWS SPIDER-MAN! GUEST STARRING THE BLACK CAT & DR. DOOM!
What could possibly convince Spidey to break into Dr. Doom’s embassy? And how will the bad Doctor react to the intrusion? And in the second story, Joe Reitman does a bit of clean-up after everyone’s favorite Web-Head!
32 PGS./Rated A ...$2.99
NEW MANGAVERSE # 2 The Story:
“RINGS OF FATE”
Someone is killing the Mangaverse’s greatest heroes—and it’s up to Spider-Man and the all-new Spider-Woman to gather together the survivors fight this unknown foe! Standing their ground on the ruins of Stark Island, the Fantastic Four, Iron Man and Daredevil make a last ditch effort—but even the arrival of Wolverine won’t save everyone’s life! It’s the Marvel heroes reimagined by ultra-popular Manga creator Tommy Ohtsuka (Slayers) and C.B. Cebulski!
NEW MANGAVERSE # 1 The Story:
“RINGS OF FATE”
The story they said would never be told! It’s been a dark time since we last saw the Mangaverse. Most of the heroes (both human and mutant) have been driven underground. Nick Fury has vanished, leaving S.H.I.E.L.D. to fall into ruin. And now—someone’s killing super heroes! Join writer C.B. Cebulski (writer and consultant on the original Mangaverse comics) and artist Tommy Ohtsuka (from the super-popular manga and animé series Slayers and Rescue Angels) for five issues of nonstop action! Whether you’re a fan of the original Mangaverse series, or just a fan of exciting comics—the New Mangaverse is the place to be!
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