Beyond the DCU...
THE BATMAN STRIKES! #1
Written by Bill Matheny
Art by Christopher Jones & Terry Beatty
Cover by Jeff Matsuda
Writer Bill Matheny (LOONEY TUNES BACK IN ACTION) and artists Christopher Jones (Justice League Adventures) & Terry Beatty (BATMAN ADVENTURES) bring the stunning action of Cartoon Network’s The Batman!
It’s a time of challenge for young Bruce Wayne, heir and CEO of Wayne Industries by day, caped vigilante by night. The Batman has patrolled Gotham’s streets for three years, and, though he’s still an urban legend to most citizens, he’s made a dent in crime. But now Gotham’s attracted a new class of villains like the Joker, Penguin, Man-Bat, Bane and Catwoman. And a young detective of the Gotham P.D. is determined to restore the force’s reputation and unmask the vigilante!
In this debut issue, when the vengeful Penguin pulls a heist that could reveal Wayne’s secret and destroy vast portions of the city, the Batman will have to use every resource at his disposal!
On sale Sept 15 • 32 pg, FC, Monthly, $2.25 US
Edited by Joan Hilty
JUSTICE LEAGUE UNLIMITED #1
Written by Adam Beechen
Art by Carlo Barberi & Eddie Wagner
Cover by Ben Caldwell
A new monthly series based on Cartoon Network’s all-new Justice League Unlimited cartoon!
JLU features the world’s most powerful heroes from all corners of the DCU. Each issue features familiar JLA members such as Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman alongside new allies such as Black Canary, The Question, Booster Gold, Green Arrow and even Shining Knight!
In the pulse-pounding premiere, the League bands together, only to witness its most powerful members calling it quits! What enigmatic foe is responsible for Superman, Wonder Woman and Captain Atom throwing in the towel? Can Zatanna, Batman and The Flash pull it together before it's too late?
On sale Sept 1 • FC, 32 pg, Monthly, $2.25 US
Edited by Tom Palmer, Jr.
CARTOON NETWORK BLOCK PARTY #1
Written by Sholly Fisch, Mo Willems & Robbie Busch
Art by Matt Peters, Robert R. Smith, Mike Kazaleh, Robert Pope, Jeff Albrecht & Matt Jenkins
Cover by Pope
An all-new anthology packed with adventures and puzzles, starring your favorite Cartoon Network characters from Codename: Kids Next Door, Dexter’s Laboratory, Ed, Edd, & Eddy, The Grim Adventures of Billy & Mandy, Johnny Bravo, and Courage the Cowardly Dog!
On sale Sept 22 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US
LOONEY TUNES #118
Written by Earl Kress, Sam Agro
Art by David Alvarez, Walter Carzon, Neal Sternecky, Mike DeCarlo, Ruben Torreiro & Scott McRae
Cover by Alvarez & DeCarlo
By popular demand: a full issue of “Duck Dodgers in the 24 1/2th Century!” Everyone’s favorite bungling space ranger Daffy Duck battles Martians, Neptunian Peanut Creatures and evil party clowns!
On sale Sept 1 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US
SCOOBY-DOO #88
Written by John Rozum
Art by Joe Staton & Scott McRae
Cover by Staton
Velma’s cousin is suspected of a crazy crime, and it’s up to the gang to help her out! Plus, three stories that combine crime-solving adventure with puzzle-solving fun!
On sale Sept 8 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US
POWERPUFF GIRLS #54
Written by Abby Denson & Amy Rogers
Art by Christopher Cook & Mike DeCarlo
Cover by Phil Moy
A fishing trip leads to a fish-monster rampage, but will Bubbles side with her sisters or the bad guy? Plus, the comics debut of Foster’s Home for Imaginary Friends, the new show from Powerpuff Girls creator Craig McCracken, coming from Cartoon Network!
On sale Sept 15 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US
MAD #446
Written and illustrated by The Usual Gang of Idiots
Hey, it’s time to head back to school! We advise you to start hiding copies of MAD inside your history book!
On sale Sept 1 • 48 pg, FC, B&W, $3.50 US
ELRIC: THE MAKING OF A SORCERER #1
Written by Michael Moorcock
Art and cover by Walter Simonson
World-renowned author Michael Moorcock (An Alien Heat, Mother London) teams with Walter Simonson (ORION, The Mighty Thor) for the thrilling tale of legendary hero Elric’s training and transformation from callow youth to Prince of Melniboné in this 4-issue Prestige Format miniseries!
The adventure begins as young Elric literally “dreams” of a life of adventure. His first dream quest takes him from the Dragon Caves of Imrryr to confrontations with temperamental giants in journeys through strange kingdoms!
Don’t miss this previously untold installment in Elric’s storied history, mixing the sword and sorcery of the Lord of the Rings saga with Moorcock’s unique brand of storytelling and Simonson’s unmistakable artistic styling!
On sale Sept 22 • FC, 48 pg, 1 of 4, Prestige Format, $5.95 US
Edited by Joey Cavalieri
Humanoids...
THE BEAST TRILOGY CHAPTERS 1 & 2 TP
Written by Enki Bilal
Art and cover by Bilal
HUMANOIDS. Bilal’s best-selling THE BEAST TRILOGY is an international phenomenon, with its second chapter ranking as France’s #1 book for the summer of 2003. Now, the first two chapters of this stunning work about a man with a perfect memory come to the U.S.!
On sale Sept 29 • 7.375” x 10.187”, 128 pg, FC, $14.95 US • MATURE READERS
CHALAND ANTHOLOGY VOL. 1: FREDDY LOMBARD TP
Written by Yves Chaland
Art and cover by Chaland
HUMANOIDS. Freddy Lombard and friends go on four adventures spanning Belgian castles and African jungles from this Eisner Award-nominated creator! These classic stories exhibit the elegant design that made Chaland a legend among cartoonists and animators worldwide. Don’t miss this classic in the style of Hergé’s Tintin.
On sale Sept 22 • 7.375” x10.187”, 136 pg, FC, $17.95 US • MATURE READERS
METAL HURLANT #13
Written by Jim Alexander, Jean-Pierre Dionnet, Jerry Frissen, Stefano Raffaele, and Brian Robertson
Art by Fred Beltran, Benoit Boucher, Guy Davis, David Lloyd, Raffaele, and Snakebite
Cover by Beltran
HUMANOIDS. David Lloyd (V FOR VENDETTA) partners with digital artist Snakebite (The Red Star) for a harsh tale of redemption.
On sale Sept 29 • 64 pg, FC, $3.95 US • MATURE READERS
THE WHITE LAMA VOL. 1: REINCARNATION TP
Written by Alexandro Jodorowski
Art and cover by Georges Bess
HUMANOIDS. Alexandro Jodorowsky (THE METABARONS) joins artist Georges Bess to tell a tale of martial arts, mystical adventure and spiritual awakenings. When the Grand Lama dies, corruption spreads across the land. Gabriel, the child of white explorers and reincarnation of the Grand Lama, must learn the sacred ways to fend off a great evil.
On sale Sept 8 • 7.375” x10.187”, 144 pg, FC, $17.95 US • MATURE READERS
Will Eisner Library...
THE WILL EISNER COMPANION HC
Written by N.C. Christopher Couch & Stephen Weiner
Art by Will Eisner
Cover by Eisner
WILL EISNER LIBRARY. Will Eisner’s career spans the entire history of American comic books, from his formative days in the 1930s into the 1940s when he revolutionized narrative sequential art with his internationally famed series The Spirit, to the 1970s when he created the contemporary graphic novel form with A CONTRACT WITH GOD, to the present!
THE WILL EISNER COMPANION is the first comprehensive, critical overview of the work of this legendary writer/artist. Divided into two sections — his Spirit work and his graphic novels — this authorized companion features all-new critical and historical essays by noted comics historians N.C. Christopher Couch and Stephen Weiner, as well as alphabetical indexes relating to all aspects and characters in his oeuvre. Also includes a chronology, a bibliography and suggested reading lists, as well as an introduction by Dennis O’Neil.
THE WILL EISNER COMPANION is a must-have celebration for new fans as well as old!
Advance-solicited; on sale Oct 20 • 176 pg, B&W, 6” x 9”, $19.95 US
A CONTRACT WITH GOD AND OTHER TENEMENT STORIES SC
Written by Will Eisner
Art and cover by Eisner
WILL EISNER LIBRARY. Reoffered to coincide with THE WILL EISNER COMPANION, this volume, originally published in 1978, is widely considered to be the first true graphic novel.
On sale Sept 29 • 9” x 5.75”, 200 pg, B&W, $12.95 US • RELIST
THE SPIRIT ARCHIVES VOL. 1 HC
Written by Will Eisner
Art and cover by Eisner
WILL EISNER LIBRARY. Reoffered to coincide with THE WILL EISNER COMPANION, this volume is the first-ever full-color hardcover edition of Will Eisner's The Spirit, collecting the earliest weekly comics featuring lawman Denny Colt, from his debut on June 2, 1940 through the end of that year.
On sale Sept 29 • 240 pg, FC, $49.95 US • RELIST
2000 A.D....
THE BATMAN/JUDGE DREDD FILES TP
Written by John Wagner & Alan Grant
Art by Simon Bisley, Carl Critchlow, Dermot Power, Glenn Fabry, Jim Murray, Jason Brashill
Cover by Bisley
2000 A.D. Mega-City One’s toughest lawman collides with Gotham City’s Dark Knight in an explosive new trade paperback collecting three fully-painted crossover tales, all written by John Wagner & Alan Grant with stunning, fully painted art by Simon Bisley (LOBO), Carl Critchlow (JLA: RIDDLE OF THE BEAST), Dermot Power (THE SPECTRE), Glenn Fabry (PREACHER), Jim Murray (JLA: RIDDLE OF THE BEAST) and Jason Brashill (Outlaw)!
In JUDGMENT ON GOTHAM, Batman and Dredd meet head-on when Judge Death sets his sights on Gotham City. The Riddler lures our heroes into the clutches of a bizarre extradimensional warlord in THE ULTIMATE RIDDLE, and finally, DIE LAUGHING sees the Joker traveling to Mega-City One, intent on becoming the fifth Dark Judge! Co-published by DC Comics and 2000 A.D.
On sale Sept 1 • FC, 208 pg, $14.95 US
SINISTER DEXTER: GUNSHARK VACATION TP
Written by Dan Abnett
Art by David Millgate, Anthony Williams, Charlie Gillespie, Simon Davis, Henry Flint
Cover by Simon Davis
2000 A.D. Welcome to Downlode, future European megalopolis and home to the two best gunsharks (hit men) money can hire: motor-mouth Finnegan Sinister (weapon of choice: minigun) and laconic, ice-cool Ramone Dexter (twin Ruger 9mms).
This new trade paperback — collecting material originally serialized in 2000 A.D. and Judge Dredd Megazine — is written by Dan Abnett (LEGION) and features art by SINISTER DEXTER co-creator David Millgate, Anthony Williams, Charles Gillespie, Simon Davis (JLA: RIDDLE OF THE BEAST) and Henry Flint (Judge Dredd/Aliens).
Downlode’s a city of colorful personalities on both sides of the law: grotesque, obese gangster “Holy” Moses Tannenbaum; sultry nightclub singer Demi Octavo; “Nervous” Rex Monday, the hypochondriac snitch; and more. Revenge, assassination, betrayal — it’s all in a day's work for these gun-lovin’ criminals!
On sale Sept 15 • FC, 128 pg, 7.375” x 10.187”, $14.95 US • MATURE READERS
Wildstorm, ABC & Related...
EX MACHINA #4
Written by Brian K. Vaughan
Art by Tony Harris & Tom Feister
Cover by Harris
The fast-paced political thriller continues with Part 3 of the 4-part “State of Emergency!” Mayor Mitchell Hundred realizes that someone from his super-heroic past as “The Great Machine” may very well have a connection to the snowplow murders plaguing the city!
On sale Sept 22 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US • MATURE READERS
SLEEPER SEASON TWO #4
Written by Ed Brubaker
Art and cover by Sean Phillips
It's the showdown you've been waiting for: John Lynch vs. Holden! But will Lynch be able to convince him to work for I.O. again, or is it all a ploy? And what secret has Lynch been keeping that could change everything for Holden?
On sale Sept 22 • 4 of 12, 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US • MATURE READERS
GEN13: ORDINARY HEROES TP
Written by Adam Hughes & Mark Farmer
Art by Hughes, Alan Davis, Farmer & Kevin Nowlan
Cover by Hughes
Jam-packed with great stories and beautiful art, this trade paperback features the “Ordinary Heroes” story by fan-favorites Adam Hughes and Mark Farmer; GEN13 BOOTLEG #1 and 2 by Farmer & Alan Davis; and the “Wham” short story by Hughes & Kevin Nowlan from THE WILDSTORM THUNDERBOOK.
As an added bonus, this collection includes various Gen13 pinups and trading cards plus a stunning new cover by Hughes!
On sale Sept 8 • 128 pg, FC, $14.95 US
THE LIFE EATERS SC
Written by David Brin
Art and cover by Scott Hampton
“A provocative graphic novel with a distinctive voice and vision.”
— Comic Shop News
“Very good science fiction, fantasy and alternate history.”
— Scifi.com
Imagine a world in which the Axis forces of World War II suddenly were propelled to victory over the Allies…prompted by aid from the ancient gods of Norse mythology!
Welcome to the alternate reality of THE LIFE EATERS, written by award-winning author David Brin (The Postman, STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION — FORGIVENESS) with lush painted art by Scott Hampton (THE BOOKS OF MAGIC, The Upturned Stone), now available as a 144-page WildStorm softcover graphic novel! These acclaimed creators weave a tapestry of a world turned upside down, in which gods walk among us and change the course of human history.
On sale Sept 22 • 144 pg, FC, Softcover, $19.95 US
THUNDERCATS: ENEMY’S PRIDE #4
Written by John Layman
Art and cover by Joe Vriens & Roberto Campos
The mystery villain behind Lion-O’s strange and dangerous behavior has been revealed and, with it, the fate of Thundera! Now the least likely Thundercat is faced with the greatest challenge. A giant responsibility is in the paws of the smallest. Snarf to the rescue?
On sale Sept 1 • 4 of 5, 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US
THUNDERCATS: HAMMERHAND’S REVENGE TP
Written by Fiona Avery
Art and cover by Carlos D’Anda
Collecting the 5-issue miniseries by Fiona Avery (Witchblade) and Carlos D’Anda (BIONICLE)! Hammerhand and the Berzerkers are back — and they’ve captured Hachiman in an attempt to ransom him to the Japanese Empire! It’s the Thundercats to the rescue…but will it end in disaster?
On sale Sept 29 • 144 pg, FC, $14.95 US
THUNDERCATS: DOGS OF WAR TP
Written by John Layman
Art and cover by Brett Booth, Joe Prado, Al Vey and Eric Nguyen
Cover by Booth & Vey
Reoffered to coincide with THUNDERCATS: HAMMERHAND’S REVENGE, this volume collects the miniseries featuring a vicious gang of warriors known as the Dogs of War, who threaten to shatter the idyllic peace of Thundera!
On sale Sept 29 • 128 pg, FC, $14.95 US • RELIST
SMAX HC
Written by Alan Moore
Art by Zander Cannon & Andrew Currie
Cover by Cannon
ABC. Collecting the acclaimed 5-issue miniseries written by Alan Moore that featured the return of TOP 10’s Smax the Dragon Killer! What happens when Jeff Smax and Toybox return to Smax’s homeworld? One thing’s for sure — it won’t be pretty!
On sale Sept 1 • 136 pg, FC, $19.95 US
TERRA OBSCURA VOL. 2 #2
Written by Alan Moore & Peter Hogan
Art and cover by Yanick Paquette & Karl Story
ABC. The miniseries continues! With a mysterious craft nearing the planet, the Pentagon decides upon the only non-military solution they have: send Tom Strange into space to investigate! As preparations for the journey begin, more time fluctuations occur…including the appearance of the S.M.A.S.H. of yesteryear!
On sale Sept 15 • 2 of 6, 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US
TOM STRONG #28
Written by Brian K. Vaughan
Art by Cameron Stewart
Cover by Chris Sprouse
ABC. Featuring the guest creative team of Brian K. Vaughan (Y: THE LAST MAN, EX MACHINA) and Cameron Stewart (SEAGUY)! Tom’s faithful robot servant Pneuman questions himself. Has he fulfilled the duty assigned him by Susan Strong all those years ago?
On sale Sept 22 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US
TOP TEN BOOK 1 SC
Written by Alan Moore
Art by Gene Ha & Zander Cannon
Cover by Ha
ABC. Reoffered to coincide with the SMAX HC, this volume collects the first seven issues of the Eisner Award-winning comic spotlighting the adventures of Jeff Smax and Precinct Ten in the super-powered city of Neopolis.
On sale Sept 1 • 208 pg, FC, $14.95 US • RELIST
TOP TEN BOOK 2 SC
Written by Alan Moore
Art by Gene Ha & Zander Cannon
Cover by Ha
ABC. Reoffered to coincide with the SMAX HC, this volume collects TOP TEN #8-12. A rich tapestry of characters unfolds and grows before our eyes, as some live, some die, and some even find romance!
On sale Sept 1 • 144 pg, FC, $14.95 US • RELIST
Vertigo...
100 BULLETS #53
Written by Brian Azzarello
Art by Eduardo Risso
Cover by Dave Johnson
The shocking conclusion of the 3-part “Wylie Runs the Voodoo Down.” Things heat up when Wylie Times finds himself in the thick of a family reunion more intense than a barrel of Cajun gumbo! Will he manage to walk away from the Big Easy with his beads intact, or could this be the end of another Minuteman?
On sale Sept 8 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US • MATURE READERS
ANIMAL MAN: DEUS EX MACHINA TP
Written by Grant Morrison
Art by Chas Truog, Doug Hazlewood, Paris Cullins, Mark Farmer and Steve Montano
Cover by Brian Bolland
Reoffered to coincide with DOOM PATROL: THE PAINTING THAT ATE PARIS, this trade paperback completes the collection of Grant Morrison’s legendary re-imagination of Animal Man. Reprinting ANIMAL MAN #18-26, DEUS EX MACHINA follows Buddy Baker through an incredible odyssey of discovery.
On sale Sept 22 • 232 pg, FC, $19.95 US • MATURE READERS • RELIST
BITE CLUB #6
Written by Howard Chaykin & David Tischman
Art by David Hahn
Cover by Frank Quitely
The Del Toro Family Saga comes to an explosive climax. Leto’s leadership of the vampire mafia is challenged, Risa reveals her feminine side, and the shadowy figure who’s been manipulating events since Eduardo’s murder steps into the light. Get ready for a gun-packing surprise ending that no one saw coming.
On sale Sept 8 • 6 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US • MATURE READERS
THE BOOKS OF MAGICK: LIFE DURING WARTIME #3
Co-plotted by Neil Gaiman & Si Spencer Written by Spencer
Art by Dean Ormston Cover by Frank Quitely
After a series of magical attacks, Tim's friendship with the mysterious stranger Brewster deepens, much to the concern of Molly. In the world of the Hunter, the war escalates into carnage as the Cherish uses illegal cluster spells against Constantine in Krakow.
On sale Sept 15 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US • MATURE READERS
DOOM PATROL VOL. 2: THE PAINTING THAT ATE PARIS TP
Written by Grant Morrison
Art by Richard Case & John Nyberg
Cover by Brian Bolland
The long-awaited second collection of superstar writer Grant Morrison's groundbreaking run on DOOM PATROL, this new trade paperback reprints issues #26-34.
This collection includes the rise of the legendary Brotherhood of Dada — the only team of super-foes ever strange enough to rival the Doom Patrol itself — as well as the menace of the Decreator and the return of Monsieur Mallah and the Brain from the original Brotherhood of Evil. In addition, THE PAINTING THAT ATE PARIS features never-before-seen character conceptual sketches drawn by Morrison and a new cover by Brian Bolland.
On sale Sept 22 • 232 pg, FC, $19.95 US • Mature Readers
DOOM PATROL VOL. 1: CRAWLING FROM THE WRECKAGE TP
Written by Grant Morrison
Art by Richard Case, Doug Braithwaite, various
Cover by Brian Bolland
This new printing of the first collection of Grant Morrison’s DOOM PATROL run includes issues #19-25 of the series, including the restoration of three story pages omitted from the original printing. Plus, a new cover by Bolland.
On sale Sept 8 • 192 pg, FC, $19.95 US • MATURE READERS
FABLES #29
Written by Bill Willingham
Art by Tony Akins & Jimmy Palmiotti
Cover by James Jean
“War Stories” Part 2 of 2, featuring guest art by Tony Akins (MASKS: TOO HOT FOR TV) & Jimmy Palmiotti (CATWOMAN). A band of American infiltrators is behind enemy lines and in for the fight of their lives deep in World War II Germany as a mythical monster is pitted against Bigby Wolf.
On sale Sept 8 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US • MATURE READERS
HELLBLAZER #200
Written by Mike Carey
Art by Steve Dillon, Marcelo Frusin and Leonardo Manco
Cover by Tim Bradstreet
John Constantine has survived his share of horrifying events: a bout with cancer, four-headed soccer hooligans, a stint in a maximum security prison, and more trips to Hell than he probably cares to recall. In this month’s gala HELLBLAZER #200, he’ll face a threat even he could never envision: married life.
Series writer Mike Carey is joined by a trio of past, present and future HELLBLAZER artists — Steve Dillon, Marcelo Frusin, and Leonardo Manco — for this 40-page tale that finds Constantine living a day of wedded “bliss.” In three separate-yet-connected tales, Constantine finds himself united in unholy matrimony to three women from his past, but, as the story unfolds, he soon realizes that a much more sinister force is behind what could be the worst day of his life.
On sale Sept 29 • 48 pg, FC, $4.50 US • Mature Readers
HELLBLAZER: HAUNTED TP
Written by Warren Ellis
Art by John Higgins
Cover by Tim Bradstreet
Reoffered to coincide with HELLBLAZER: SETTING SUN, this trade collects Ellis’s first HELLBLAZER story arc from issues #134-139. When John Constantine’s old friend Isabel Bracknell turns up dead, he goes in search of the reasons behind it. Can Constantine help Isabel rest in peace?
On sale Sept 15 • 144 pg, FC, $12.95 US • MATURE READERS • RELIST
HELLBLAZER: SETTING SUN TP
Written by Warren Ellis
Art by Frank Teran, Tim Bradstreet, Marcelo Frusin,
Javier Pulido and James Romberger
Cover by Tim Bradstreet
This new trade paperback features five bone-chilling tales of horror, magic, loss and regret with art by five world-class illustrators, originally presented in HELLBLAZER #140-143, the last four issues of Warren Ellis’s run on the book.
On sale Sept 15 • 96 pg, FC, $12.95 US • MATURE READERS
THE LITTLE ENDLESS STORYBOOK HC
Written by Jill Thompson
Art and cover by Thompson
For years fans have demanded to see more of Jill Thompson’s Little Endless, the diminutive versions of the characters from Neil Gaiman’s award-winning series THE SANDMAN. Now those dreams are fulfilled with a new printing of the sold-out Prestige Format one-shot THE LITTLE ENDLESS STORYBOOK in a deluxe hardcover format.
The story begins once upon a time when Little Delirium was lost. Her protector and favorite puppy Barnabas searched the waking world for his tiny princess to no avail. Now, Barnabas must travel to the strange and unlikely realms of each of the Endless to see if Delirium’s siblings have seen their missing sister. Cameos by the Sandman, Desire and the other members of the Endless family make this a must-have for any Sandman enthusiast.
This 56-page hardcover is written and exquisitely painted by Eisner-Award winner and fan-favorite SANDMAN artist Jill Thompson. New material will include a special sketchbook section and an advance look at Thompson’s latest Manga project, THE DEADBOY DETECTIVES, scheduled for a summer 2005 release.
Advance-solicited; on sale Nov 3 • 56 pg, FC, $9.95 US Mature Readers
HUMAN TARGET #14
Written by Peter Milligan
Art by Cliff Chiang
Cover by John Watkiss
The new Messiah has arrived, and he’s dressed like a pop star. But does the teenaged Paul James really believe he’s actually the Second Coming? Chance learns how the new century has brought a new spin to religious cults – as well as how hazardous impersonating a holy figure may be to your health…
On sale Sept 15 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US • MATURE READERS
THE LOSERS #16
Written by Andy Diggle
Art and cover by Jock
“The Pass,” Part 1 of a 4-part story featuring interlocking cover images. The event that caused The Losers to be left for dead has always remained a mystery — until now! The truth is revealed in a flashback to the fateful mission that forced the Losers to declare their own personal war against the CIA.
On sale Sept 29 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US • MATURE READERS
LUCIFER #54
Written by Mike Carey
Art by Peter Gross & Ryan Kelly
Cover by Michael Wm. Kaluta
The conclusion of the 4-part “The Wolf Beneath the Tree.” Lucifer, Michael and Elaine have pursued Fenris, god of destruction, to the roots of the world-tree to head off the end of all Creation — but their plans come to nothing when Fenris enlists one of them as an ally.
On sale Sept 22 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US • MATURE READERS
MICHAEL MOORCOCK’S MULTIVERSE TP
Written by Michael Moorcock
Art by Walter Simonson, John Ridgway and Mark Reeve
Cover by Simonson
Reoffered to coincide with ELRIC: THE MAKING OF A SORCERER #1, this volume reprints the 12-issue MICHAEL MOORCOCK'S MULTIVERSE miniseries in its entirety, plus introductory material by Moorcock. Included are three interwoven stories featuring different forms of the legendary Eternal Champion.
On sale Sept 22 • 288 pg, FC, $19.95 US • MATURE READERS • RELIST
THE ORIGINALS HC
Written by Dave Gibbons
Art and cover by Gibbons
THE ORIGINALS. When they walk, they look cool. When they ride, they drive fast. And when they hate, they fight — brutally.
One of comics’ most esteemed names, Dave Gibbons (co-creator and artist of WATCHMEN and Give Me Liberty) arrives at VERTIGO to deliver an original hardcover graphic novel he’s been waiting his entire life to write and draw.
Lel and Bok — two best friends — want nothing more than to join the Originals, the top gang on the streets. Through them, they'll meet the high-speed world of hover scooters, all-night clubs, and, for Lel, the girl of his dreams. But with the fast life comes tough foes, and tribal loyalty will teach them the unforgettable meaning of unforgivable loss.
Neither a science-fiction story nor set in a mundane reality, THE ORIGINALS takes place in a world both familiar and strange, where the young are angry, loyal and fight for what they believe in. And the only thing more important than who your friends are is who your friends hate.
Advance-solicited; on sale October 6 • 160 pg, B&W, $24.95 US • Mature Readers
Edited by Karen Berger
SWAMP THING #7
Written by Will Pfeifer
Art and cover by Richard Corben
Horror-comics legend Richard Corben (HELLBLAZER: HARD TIME, HOUSE ON THE BORDERLAND) draws Swamp Thing for the first time in part 1 of the special 2-part storyline “Missing Links,” penned by Will Pfeifer (AQUAMAN, H-E-R-O).
Swamp Thing’s mind is tearing itself apart. When an unsuspecting cryptozoologist arrives in the Louisiana bayou, Swamp Thing drags the scientist deep into his pit of mental torment. What neither knows is that lurking in the dark lies an even greater threat — one bent on mounting Swamp Thing’s head in a macabre trophy room.
On sale Sept 1 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US • Mature Readers
SWAMP THING: REGENESIS TP
Written by Rick Veitch
Art by Veitch & Alfredo Alcala
Cover by Veitch & Tom Yeates
Picking up where Alan Moore’s run leaves off, SWAMP THING: REGENESIS collects SWAMP THING #65-70, the first story arc written by Moore’s veteran artistic collaborator on the title: Rick Veitch. As both writer and penciller, Veitch displays a masterly grasp of the unique world of the Swamp Thing and brings a new energy to the story of the Avatar of the Green.
After his joyful reunion with his beloved Abby, the thing that was once called Alec Holland must now face the consequences of his long journey through space. A new Swamp Thing is being born, and the old must make a decision: destroy it and maintain his supremacy, or allow it to be born and risk the destruction of the Green.
On sale Sept 15 • 160 pg, FC, $17.95 US • Mature Readers
SWAMP THING: REUNION TP
Written by Alan Moore, Steve Bissette & Rick Veitch
Art by Veitch, Alfredo Alcala, John Totleben, Bissette & Tom Yeates
Cover by John Totleben
Reoffered to coincide with SWAMP THING: REGENESIS, this trade paperback collects the finale of Alan Moore’s groundbreaking run on SWAMP THING. REUNION reprints issues #57-64 of this legendary VERTIGO title.
On sale Sept 15 • 200 pg, FC, $19.95 US • MATURE READERS • RELIST
THE WITCHING #4
Written by Jonathan Vankin
Art by Leigh Gallagher, Ron Randall & Dan Green
Cover by Tara McPherson
With her face plastered all over TV, Elsa Grimston goes on the lam from both the cops and vigilante thugs in order to perform a bizarre ritual that will bring her closer to her “maiden.” And Sook tries to cure Chip's wounds, but she unleashes a storm of such great force that for Chip, there may be no return.
On sale Sept 22 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US • MATURE READERS
Y: THE LAST MAN #26
Written by Brian K. Vaughan
Art by Pia Guerra & José Marzan, Jr.
Cover by Massimo Carnevale
Yorick’s older sister, Hero, takes center stage in the stand-alone story “Hero’s Journey.” Her troubled childhood is revealed, including where she was the day the Plague hit and how she became a member of the bloodthirsty Amazons, with an ending guaranteed to send chills down your spine.
On sale Sept 1 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US • MATURE READERS
