MISPLACED #4
Writer/Artist: Josh Blaylock
Cover: Josh Blaylock and Sunder Raj
Retail Price: $3.50
Synopsis: Alyssa was born in Realm 77, a hi-tech utopia whose controlling government feared her constant challenging of authority. So much so that they ordered her DEATH. Even after escaping to Earth, Alyssa was pursued, as dormant powers she didn’t even know she had were unleashed. Reunited with her robo-dog, Tink, and powered up, Alyssa’s ready to face her foes and storm Realm 77 for the answers she seeks... and do some serious damage in the process.
Voltron #11
Writers: Marie Croall & Mark Waid
Artists: Alitha Martinez & Clement Sauve
Cover: Clement Sauve
Retail Price: $2.95
Synopsis: With the horrible consequences of their battle with Lotor and Sven still reverberating, the Voltron team track a distress signal to a remote part of space. They hope against hope that it will lead them to their missing friend—but what they discover will come as a shock. And amid the chaos, Allura continues to grapple with her approaching destiny…
Also: Part two of Mark Waid’s exploration of the origins of Voltron. How did the Drule called Zarkon rise from a lowly infantryman to the ruler of the Ninth Kingdom—and what does it have to do with Voltron?
AFTERMATH
The time is now.
As it has since the dawn of man, the Earth bears witness to achievement on the grandest scale, and self destruction on a tragic scale. There is war. Scientific advancement. Hunger. Art. Waste. Charity. But underneath it all, evolution’s silent symphony is about to reach its crescendo. For humanity’s history is far more incredible than we’ve ever imagined…and the seeds sown in our distant past are now being reaped.
For Man, Childhood’s End has been reached.
And the Aftermath has just begun…
BLADE OF KUMORI #1
Writer: Ron Marz
Artist: Dub
Cover A: DUB
Cover B: Sean Chen
Cover Price 2.95
Synopsis: In the mid 19th century, the samurai disappeared forever from the face of the world. Or did they? BLADE of KUMORI is the tale of present-day samurai, of warriors steeped in honor carrying on their traditions in the modern world. It's also the tale of a woman who discovers she is something more than a warrior…perhaps even something more than human.
Written by fan-favorite Ron Marz (Green Lantern, Silver Surfer, Scion) and illustrated by superstar-to-be Dub (Star Wars Tales, Vampi), BLADE OF KUMORI is equal parts Akira Kurosawa and James Bond, making for an action-adventure book like no other!
DEFEX #2
Writer: Marv Wolfman
Art: Stefano Caselli & Sunder Raj
Cover: Stefano Caselli & Sunder Raj
Cover Price 2.95
Synopsis: They’ve done the impossible—and one of them may have paid the ultimate price. They are “The Defex”—a group of college students who’ve triggered their own latent genetic abilities. But having possibly taken the life of one of their own in the process, the group is now faced with difficult, life-changing decisions—all the while being hunted by a group that wants to offer them a faustian deal. And damnation comes whether they accept or refuse the offer…
Special notes: Written by the legendary Marv Wolfman (creator of “Blade”) and illustrated by Stefano Caselli and Sunder Raj (the team behind the sellout “G.I. JOE: Master & Apprentice”), Defex is the story of five young people who wanted to change themselves…but may end up changing the world.
BREAKDOWN #2
Writer: Chuck Dixon
Art: Dave Ross
Cover: Dave Ross & Jeremy Roberts
Cover Price 2.95
Synopsis: It is a world much like our own—and a world in the throes of great change, shaken by the appearance of individuals that are more than human. The first of these new humans was Jeff Carey—who decided to use his abilities for the betterment of mankind. Because of this choice, his family was taken from him, murdered by his enemies. Now, he’s been reborn as a figure of darkness and revenge.
Now, he is trapped inside a maximum security prison with an army of killers—many of whom he put there. Or are they trapped inside with HIM? Be there for the shocking climax—and learn his true objective in storming the prison single-handed! Plus: How did he get his powers in the first place?
Special notes: Written by fan-favorite Chuck Dixon (Punisher, Robin, El Cazador) and drawn by Dave Ross (Daredevil, Batgirl), Breakdown is the tale of a hero’s fall—and rise.
UDON
DARKSTALKERS #1
Writer: Ken Siu-Chong
Art: Alvin Lee
COVER A by Arnold Tsang
COVER B by Mark Brooks
COVER C by Joe Madureira (Power Foil - Limited 5000 copies, $5 NET
as usual)
Cover Price 2.95
Synopsis: CAPCOM's legendary action-horror franchise, DARKSTALKERS, arrives to comicsat last!
In this first issue of the new ongoing monthly series, the blood-curdling tales of MORRIGAN, DEMITRI, FELICIA and company begin with the sighting of a star--a sign, some say, of the world's impending doom. But are the DARKSTALKERS there to bring about that terrible end, or thwart it? The answer starts here in the first action-packed, blood-drenched issue!
PLUS! Fan-Favorite artist JOE MADUREIRA provides an exclusive JAW-DROPPING Power Foil cover featuring everyone's favorite sexy succubus, MORRIGAN! Acclaimed artist MARK (AMAZING FANTASY, CABLE/DEADPOOL) BROOKS provides a variant cover and backup story!
CANNON BUSTERS #1
Writer: J.Torres, LeSean Thomas
Artist: LeSean Thomas
Cover (A): LeSean Thomas retail $2.95 -- Standard discount (gatefold)
Cover (B): Ed McGuinness -- retail $2.95 -- Standard discount
Synopsis: Celebration Pt.1. In this first action-packed issue of the new bi-monthly mini series, we start off on Gear Bolt, a vast land composed entirely of a monstrous, constantly rotating clock gear. In the progressive, hi-tech Kingdom of Botica, it’s the anniversary of the “New Deal,” a peace treaty unifying the only 5 kingdoms of Gear Bolt, and everyone who is anyone is in attendance! We meet Samberry, a royal assistance droid who secretly shares a close bond with the son of King Bulger, and heir to the Botica throne, Prince Toji.
The celebration is brought to a shattering halt when the Kingdom suddenly comes under attack by a mysterious sorcerer known only as LOCK and his minions, who are in search of a mysterious “device” that he claims the King is hiding. The attack leaves Sam separated from the prince, alone on the outskirts of the kingdom for the first time ever. In a place where magic is extinct, will there be a force to challenge LOCK? Will Sam survive and find her way back to Prince Toji? The epic saga of a robot’s quest back home starts here in this first spectacular, action-packed issue!
Special notes: (Created in the mind of LeSean Thomas, the acclaimed artist on ARKANIUM and the sell-out smash series TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES: ANIMATED with Peter David.)
For every 15 copies purchased of Cannon Busters #1 (either cover), retailers will receive one copy of the Cannon Busters #0 (Convention Special) signed by series creator LeSean Thomas. This rare Zero issue features an exclusive Cannon Busters short story as well as an extensive sketchbook section. Each signed copy will be shipped bagged and boarded with a certificate of authenticity.
STREET FIGHTER #12
Writer Ken Siu-Chong
Art Arnold Tsang & Andrew Hou
COVER A by Alvin Lee
COVER B by Adrian Alphona
COVER C by Jo Chen (Power Foil - Limited 5000 copies, $5 NET as usual)
Cover Price 2.95
Synopsis: KEN and ELIZA had hoped that their wedding preparations would run smoothly, but those plans come to an abrupt halt when VEGA crashes their wedding shower with one thing on his mind: revenge. However, this fight is one Ken fortunately won't need to fight alone. Meanwhile in Brazil, CAMMY and CHUN-LI try to get to the bottom of Shadaloo's secret weapons programs, but discover something even more disturbing: BISON HAS RETURNED!
PLUS! Acclaimed artist ADRIAN (RUNAWAYS) ALPHONA provides a cover and backup story featuring one of CAMMY,s and DELTA RED's earliest missions!
Note: Cover A of issues 10, 11 & 12 join together to form a big picture featuring the whole cast of STREET FIGHTER II and STREET FIGHTER ALPHA!!!
Studio ICE
MU #1
Writer: Andrew Dabb, Manson Khan
Artist: Mark Lee, Kano Kang, Zack Suh
Cover (A): Kano Mark Lee -- retail $2.95 -- Standard discount
Cover (B): Ropie -- retail $2.95 -- Standard discount
The Concept: The continent of Mu is home to great warriors, powerful wizards, mysterious elves and gruesome monsters, all living in precarious balance. But when a long forgotten evil returns, the world is plunged into chaos. As bloodstained armies march through the land and nations burn, it falls to a most unlikely hero to save the world: a librarian. Based on Webzen’s popular role-playing game, Mu is epic fantasy in the tradition of Tolkien, Jordan and Martin.
Synopsis: Long ago the dark god Secneum came to Mu, destroying all who stood in his path. Only the daring of two heroic wizards stopped him; together they defeated his armies and saved the world. Now, a thousand years later, a scholar has discovered that the shadow lord’s prison is weakening; Secneum is coming back. But can a simple librarian convince the feuding nations of Mu to band together? Or is it already too late?
Special notes: (Special cover by Ropie (artist of Kingdom Under Fire for X-Box, due in September)
MEGACITY 909 # 3
Writer: Jacob Lee, Andrew Dabb
Artist: Kano Kang, Zack Suh
Cover (A): Kano Kang, Zack Suh -- retail $2.95 -- Standard discount
Cover (B): Hyung Tae Kim -- retail $2.95 -- Standard discount
Synopsis: Trapped in the wreckage of the INZEN research facility, Vasrio, Hoek, Tap, and Banshee battle a never-ending army of killer machines. While, deep beneath the rubble, Jaminae discovers what is left of Dr. Jerome; learns the secret of how a simple scientist, Martin Kusanagi, became a psychic monster bent on destroying the world, and more disturbingly, his ties to her own dark past -- and even darker future.
Special notes: (Special cover by Hyung Tae Kim (Artist of Magnacarta)
DYNAMITE ENTERTAINMENT
Army of Darkness: Ashes to Ashes #1
– Signed by cover artist Ben Templesmith
Writer: Andy Hartnell
Artist: Nick Bradshaw
Finishes/Colorist: Etienne St-Laurent
Cover (A): Ben Templesmith; $19.99; 50% Discount; 100% ratio
Synopsis: Written by Andy (Danger Girl) Hartnell, illustrated by red-hot newcomer Nick Bradshaw, finished and colored by Etienne St-Laurent, and featuring 4 covers by today’s best and hottest artists -- J. Scott Campbell, Marc Silvestri, and Ben Templesmith, AND a photo cover – this is the biggest comic launch of the year!
Now, here’s your chance to own the Ben Templesmith cover signed by the artist himself – Ben (30 Days of Night) Templesmith! Limited to 500 Signed Pieces!
Each copy features a certificate of authenticity, and is sealed with a Holo-Foil sticker!
Army of Darkness: Ashes to Ashes #1 Director’s Cut
Writer: Andy Hartnell
Artist: Nick Bradshaw
Finishes/Colorist: Etienne St-Laurent
Cover: Cardstock; J. Scott Campbell; $4.99; Standard Discount; 100% ratio
Synopsis: The RED-HOT first issue of Dynamite’s Army of Darkness comic book series by writer Andy (Danger Girl) Hartnell and artist Nick Bradshaw is now available as a special, limited edition Director’s Cut!
Underneath the cardstock cover by J. Scott Campbell, you’ll not only get the full first issue – which introduces all new Ash adventures – but the full script by Hartnell as well as an issue #1 cover gallery, featuring all four covers: Photo, J. Scott Campbell, Marc Silvestri and Ben Templesmith! Plus, opening intros by Nick Bradshaw and Andy Hartnell, and a peek into Bradshaw’s sketchbook!
If you missed out the first item, do not hesitate again – this is the definitive edition of AOD #1!
Special notes: ALSO AVAILABLE: Rainbow Foil Cover Edition, limited to 500, at the suggested retail price of $19.99!
Army of Darkness: Ashes to Ashes Trade Paperback Collection
Writer: Andy Hartnell
Artist: Nick Bradshaw
Finishes/Colorist: Etienne St-Laurent
Cover (A): Photo Cover; $14.99; Standard Discount; 50% ratio
Cover (B): Richard Isanove; $14.99; Standard Discount; 50% ratio
Synopsis: Collects the first 4 issues of AOD: Ashes to Ashes by writer Andy (Danger Girl) Hartnell, artist Nick Bradshaw and finisher Etienne St-Laurent!
This debut series presents all-new adventures of the hero from Army of Darkness and is collected here for the very first time! If you haven’t checked out this new series, this is the best way to catch up on all the mayhem… and excitement!
Plus, this new TPB Collection of Army of Darkness: Ashes to Ashes #’s 1 through 4 features a complete cover gallery, including all 4 photo covers, and art covers from: J. Scott Campbell, Marc Silvestri, Ben Templesmith, Greg Land, Richard Isanove, Nick Bradshaw, Aaron Lopresti, Michael Avon Oeming, Ale Garza, Tim Seeley and Kaare Andrews!
And finally, as a special bonus, Dynamite is reprinting the Newsarama interviews with series creators Nick Bradshaw and Andy Hartnell!.
Cosmic Guard #4
Writer: Jim Starlin
Artist: Jim Starlin
Colorist: June Chung
Cover: Jim Starlin
Retail Price: $2.99 –Standard discount
Synopsis: DARK PALLADIN has told orphan RAY TORRES (a.k.a. the PROTEGE) that SANCTUARY awaits him beneath NEW YORK CITY. But to reach this safety, and a chance for a new and better life, Ray must venture into the Big Apple’s subway and sewer-system underworld, pursued by TWO MYSTERIOUS ALIENS and a GENOCIDERS’ Z-10 KILBOT.
WHO'S out to kill WHO? And WHERE does Ray end up spending the night? Find out in NYC TRIP!
