The Eisner award–winning team of Brian Michael Bendis and Alex Maleev reunite to tell the secret history of the Illuminati in New Avengers: Illuminati. Not only does New Avengers: Illuminati help launch the epic Planet Hulk event, but by this special's end, the Marvel Universe will be on a one-way road to Civil War. Made up of Mr. Fantastic, Iron Man, Namor, Black Bolt, Dr. Strange, and Professor X, the Illuminati are the most powerful group of heroes that the world never knew existed. In one oversized special, the entire history of this super-group will be revealed—including how they are ripped apart. New Avengers: Illuminati is setting the stage for the shape of Marvel to come. Get the entire back-story behind the acclaimed Planet Hulk event and sample your first taste of the Civil War. New Avengers: Illuminati is an absolute must read. NEW AVENGERS: ILLUMINATI JAN062042 Written by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS Penciled by ALEX MALEEV Cover by GABRIELE DELL'OTTO 48 PGS./Rated A ...$3.99 FOC 3/9/06, On Sale 3/29/06