SPIDER-MAN
AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #519
Written by J. Michael Straczynski
Pencils & Cover by Mike Deodato
"NEW AVENGERS" Part 1 (of 6)
Trump Tower has nothing on Spider-Man…
Hold onto your hats, True Believers! Springing out of the pages of NEW AVENGERS, you won’t believe what the fickle hand of fate has in store for Peter Parker, Mary Jane, and Aunt May…
32 PGS./Marvel PSR …$2.25
MARVEL KNIGHTS SPIDER-MAN #13
Written by Reginald Hudlin
Penciled by BILLY TAN
Cover by STEVE McNIVEN
Hollywood heavyweight Hudlin (HOUSE PARTY, BOOMERANG) has already brought you his searing vision for Black Panther. Now he’s teaming up with red-hot artist Billy Tan (X-23) to shake up everyone’s favorite web-slinger. In part one of "Wild Blue Yonder," Peter Parker’s life is turned upside down. He’s got an incredible new pad (you won’t believe where), a new job, and -- although he doesn’t know it -- a new nemesis who’s everything that Peter isn’t. But first, Spider-Man’s got to deal with a more pressing problem – a shape-shifting super-villain who’s developed a nasty habit…and will do anything to feed it. And Wait – Who’s that hitting on Mary Jane!?
32 PGS./Marvel PSR …$2.99
TOXIN #1 (OF 6)
Written by Peter Milligan
Penciled by Darick Robertson
Painted Cover by ESAD RIBIC
As each new generation of men must hand down the torch to the next, so each new generation of alien symbiotes must hand down the, ah, stringy, fleshy tendrils. So move over Venom, step aside Carnage, because TOXIN is getting his own limited series as Spider-Man Month continues with a nod to NEW AVENGERS! When a full-scale jailbreak [see NEW AVENGERS] leaves New York overrun with super villains, Pat sees the perfect opportunity to use the creature sharing his body for good. But Toxin might have other ideas! Featuring a special guest appearance by Spider-Man and a different villain encounter every issue!
32 PGS./Marvel PSR …$2.99
OFFICIAL HANDBOOK OF THE MARVEL UNIVERSE: SPIDER-MAN 2005
Written by AL SJOERDSMA, MIKE FICHERA, SEAN MCQUAID, RONALD BYRD, HEATHER BUCHANAN, KERRY WILKINSON, ERIC ENGELHARD, JASON GODIN, BARRY REESE, BRYAN THIESSEN & JEFF CHRISTIANSEN
Cover by Tom Raney & MORRY HOLLOWELL
The spectacular sequel to last year’s OFFICIAL HANDBOOK OF THE MARVEL UNIVERSE: SPIDER-MAN 2004, this Official Handbook contains in-depth bios on more than 30 of the wisecracking web-slinger’s closest allies and most infamous enemies – including the Stacy Twins, fresh from the pages of AMAZING SPIDER-MAN, and Toxin, in time for this month’s TOXIN #1! Plus: An all-new cover by superstar artist Tom Raney, digitally painted by Morry Hollowell.
48 PGS./Marvel PSR …$3.99
MARVEL MILESTONES: VENOM
Written by JIM SHOOTER & STAN LEE
Penciled by MIKE ZECK & STEVE DITKO
Cover by MIKE ZECK
Celebrating 65 years of titanic tomes from the House of Ideas, MARVEL MILESTONES makes its triumphant return to the comics scene! Experience the highs, lows and in-betweens of Marvel's finest – monthly -- in full color! This issue: In time for TOXIN #1, there comes a costume! It’s the first appearance of Venom, as Spider-Man’s new symbiotic black costume, from SECRET WARS #8! Plus: The first appearance of Hercules from JOURNEY INTO MYSTERY ANNUAL #1!
48 PGS./All Ages…$3.99
SPIDER-MAN: BREAKOUT! #1 (of 5)
Written by TONY BEDARD
Pencilled by MANUEL GARCIA
Cover by MIKE DEODATO
The New Avengers riot hits here! The jailbreak of the century causes more havoc in the Marvel U as a flood of the most dangerous villains on the planet pour into the streets of New York City! And caught between two warring cliques of escaped convicts is everyone's favorite Web-slinger!
32 PGS./Marvel PSR …$2.99
SPECTACULAR SPIDER-MAN #27
Written by PAUL JENKINS
Pencils & Cover by MARK BUCKINGHAM
Paul Jenkins wraps up his five-year tenure as a Spider-Man writer and brings SPECTACULAR SPIDER-MAN to a close in a moving, self-contained tale that reunites him with artist Mark Buckingham.
32 PGS./Marvel PSR …$2.99
MARY JANE: HOMECOMING #2 (of 4)
Written by SEAN McKEEVER
Pencils & Cover by TAKESHI MIYAZAWA
"The Friendship Thing"
Liz has been acting snarkier than usual, and Mary Jane is determined to get some answers--even if it costs her their friendship! At the same time, Flash and Harry make an awkward attempt at revisiting a time when they were the best of friends. Check out the latest installment of the critics darling!
32 PGS./Marvel PSR …$2.99
SPIDER-GIRL #85
Written by Tom DeFalco
Pencils & Cover by Ron Frenz
From the Dragon King to the Goblin Queen, the daughter of Spider-Man has faced her share of formidable foes. This time, Spider-Girl learns that her old enemy Funny Face has attacked the local police headquarters and is holding her dad hostage!
32 PGS./All Ages …$2.99
SPIDER-MAN/HUMAN TORCH #4 (of 5)
Written by Dan Slott
Penciled by Ty Templeton
Cover by Paul Smith
It’s taken awhile, but it looks like these two young heroes are finally becoming good friends. What could possibly come between them now? Would you believe… a girl? It’s a love triangle that ends in a kitty-corner, when the Torch puts the moves on Spidey’s latex-wearing bad girl, the Black Cat! Is Johnny her new red-hot lover, or a cat’s-paw for her latest heist? This one’s got it all, spider-fan: the black costume, the Black Cat, and… wait for it… the Black Panther?!
32 PGS./Marvel PSR …$2.99
ARAÑA #4
Written by Fiona Avery
Penciled by Roger Cruz
Cover by Mark Brooks
"BETWEEN LIFE AND DEATH" Spider-Man makes his first featured appearance, as part of April’s Spider-Man Month! After her disastrous fight with a teen assassin leaves Anya up the creek without a paddle, it’s up to Spidey to lend a hand to the new kid in town! Maybe he can give her tips on how to deal with members of the press – especially when they happen to be your investigative reporter dad tracking your new identity! Meanwhile, the harsh reality of collateral damage hits Anya like a ton of bricks…and lands one of her teammates in Intensive Care. Enough with the destiny stuff already! It’s time for Anya to take her fate into her own hands…even if that means paying a terrible price.
32 PGS./Marvel PSR …$2.99
MARVEL NEXT
AMAZING FANTASY #7
Written by FRED VAN LENTE
Penciled by LEONARD KIRK
Cover by JAMES JEAN
The fans spoke and Marvel listened. The winner of the Marvel.com poll for characters fans wanted to see revamped makes her astonishing debut! Amazing Fantasy #7 is proud to present the all-new, all-different SCORPION!
After the vicious murder of her adoptive parents, Carmilla Black discovers her biological mother is the top scientist of the worldwide terrorist network, A.I.M. Now, to unravel the secrets of her true identity and mysterious power, she’s hot on the heels of her enigmatic mother, with S.H.I.E.L.D. hot on her trail, hoping she’ll lead them right to the terrorists’ leadership! Part (1of 6)
32 PGS./Marvel PSR …$2.99
POWER PACK #1 (of 4)
Written by MARC SUMERAK
Pencils & Cover by GURIHIRU
"I Know What We Did That Summer"
THE PACK IS BACK! Readers of all ages rejoice as Marvel's youngest team of super heroes returns for more awesome action, family fun and Snark-stomping adventures in this brand new series! It's the triumphant return of everyone's favorite super-powered siblings--Alex, Julie, Jack and Katie--in brand-new stories that are sure to delight new readers and longtime fans alike!
In this issue: Katie Power is ready to reveal her secret super-hero life to the world...and it's up to her siblings to stop her before the truth can come back to haunt them! Better act fast, kids...'cause the Snarks are coming!
32 PGS./All Ages …$2.25
POWER PACK #2 (of 4)
Written by MARC SUMERAK
Pencils & Cover by GURIHIRU
"Misadventures in Babysitting"
Alex Power has finally scored a date with the girl of his dreams...too bad his parents are making him babysit his brother and sisters on the same night! Will Alex be able to sneak out for a romantic evening without his super-powered siblings unleashing a whirlwind of inter-dimensional chaos in his absence? Do you really have to ask?!?
32 PGS./All Ages …$2.25
ULTIMATE MARVEL
ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN #75 & 76
Written by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS
Pencils & Cover by MARK BAGLEY
"HOBGOBLIN"
Young Harry Osborn has come to believe that his friend, Peter Parker, killed his father Norman when Peter was Spider-Man. Now, Harry plans a horrifying, misguided vengeance that could end Peter's life. Prepare for the battle of Spider-Man and the Hobgoblin!! Will either survive this epic encounter? Part 4 & 5 (of 6).
32 PGS./All Ages …$2.25
ULTIMATE IRON MAN #2
Written by Orson Scott Card
Penciled by Andy Kubert
Cover by ANDY KUBERT
The second chapter of the biggest book of the year is here! Sci-Fi legend Orson Scott Card (Ender’s Game, Speaker for the Dead) and comic book royalty Andy Kubert (1602, Wolverine:Origin) bring you the second part of the secret origin of Tony Stark, Ultimate Iron Man! A child of science and nature, Tony Stark is not like "normal" kids—he’s much more. See the construction of the man and his armor!
32 PGS./Marvel PSR+ …$2.99
ULTIMATE SECRET #2 (of 4)
Written by Warren Ellis
Pencils & Cover by Steve McNiven
Kree soldier Mahr Vehl has abandoned his mission on our planet to prevent mankind's ascension to the stars. And his sudden betrayal may mean a swift doom for the Earth.
32 PGS./Marvel PSR …$2.99
ULTIMATE FANTASTIC FOUR #18
Written by Warren Ellis
Pencils & Cover by Adam Kubert
"THE N-ZONE"
The FF have come face-to-face with the remaining inhabitants of the N-Zone!! Will they make it through meeting Ultimate Annihilus and his fellow survivors? Witness the colossal climax to the concluding chapter of the N-Zone saga! Part 6 (of 6).
32 PGS./All Ages …$2.25
ULTIMATES 2 #5
Written by Mark Millar
Pencils & Cover by Bryan Hitch
The all-action issue you've been waiting for! The Ultimates are pitted in pitched battle against their renegade member--The Mighty Thor! Can even the greatest super team on Earth take down a Norse thunder god?
32 PGS./Marvel PSR+ …$2.99
ULTIMATE X-MEN #58
Written by Brian Vaughan
Pencils & Cover by Stuart Immonen
"A Hard Lesson"
Introducing an all-new villain to the Ultimate Universe! When a dangerous young mutant immune to psychic control takes Charles Xavier and the rest of a Manhattan bank hostage, the Professor must lead a diverse group of humans in a risky bid to end the siege.
32 PGS./All Ages …$2.25
MARVEL KNIGHTS
DAREDEVIL #72
Written by Brian Michael Bendis
Pencils & Cover by Alex Maleev
"DECALOGUE"
Exactly how much was Matt Murdock willing to sacrifice in his obsession to clean up Hell’s Kitchen? And what does it have to do with a painful family legacy? The next episode exploring Daredevil’s year-long reign as the new Kingpin, framed around The Ten Commandments. Part 2 of 5.
Retailer Alert: A bold, new story demands a bold new cover approach. This new "look" will showcase the monthly Daredevil title for the length of this story-arc.
32 PGS./Marvel PSR …$2.99
DAREDEVIL: REDEMPTION #4 (of 6)
Written by David Hine
Penciled by Michael Gaydos
Cover by Bill Sienkiewicz
Matt Murdock’s nightly patrols as Daredevil backfire spectacularly in the small, God-fearing town of Redemption, as the fight turns dirty and "the devil" is accused of a crime he didn’t commit. Battling the public outcry paints a bullseye on Matt’s chest – even as he becomes more and more certain his client, Joel Flood, is not guilty of the gruesome, ritualistic killing that has the townfolk literally up in arms. But time is running out, a horrific secret will be revealed, and the only one who can corroborate Joel’s alibi is his mute, paralyzed father, who hasn’t spoken in over three years.
32 PGS./Marvel PSR+ …$2.99
DISTRICT X #12
Written by David Hine
Penciled by Lan Medina
Cover by Tom Raney
"UNDERGROUND"
The stunning conclusion to the "Underground" story-arc! Ismael and Bishop finally confront the tortured monster that dwells underneath District X! Can Ismael overcome his fears and do what’s right?! He might have to if he wants Bishop to stay alive! Part 6 (of 6).
32 PGS./Marvel PSR …$2.99
BLACK PANTHER #3
Written by Reginald Hudlin
Penciled by John Romita Jr.
Cover by Frank Cho
"WHO IS THE BLACK PANTHER?"
Many years ago, Klaw killed the reigning Black Panther – but not without a price. Learn how he did it…. as he readies himself for the death of T’challa! Part 3 (of 6).
32 PGS./Marvel PSR …$2.99
STRANGE #5 (of 6)
Written by J. MICHAEL STRACZYNSKI & Samm Barnes
Pencils & Cover by Brandon Peterson
The master of the mystic arts is back - as only J. Michael Straczynski and superstar artist Brandon Peterson could envision him! Stephen Strange discovers the true role the Ancient One intends him to fulfill as enemies mount on every side!
32 PGS./Marvel PSR …$3.50
WOLVERINE #27
Written by Mark Millar
Penciled by John Romita Jr.
Cover by Greg Land
"AGENT OF S.H.I.E.L.D."
What’s scarier than a high-profile super hero turned deathcult assassin? TWO super heroes turned deathcult assassins! Hydra might have lost Wolverine, but two more take his place, and one is a former X-Man who will shock former teammates and readers alike! As the new Supreme Hydra launches an unprecedented attack on S.H.I.E.L.D., there’s precious little time for second guesses, leaving Nick Fury to send Wolverine into the heat of battle hoping the deprogramming will stick. Part 2 (of 6).
32 PGS./Marvel PSR+ …$2.25
MARVEL KNIGHTS 4 #17
Written by Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa
Penciled by Jim Muniz
Cover by STEVE MCNIVEN
"DIVINE TIME"
In the far past, in a reality that shouldn’t exist, the fight for the future rages on! Branded as outlaws and trapped in a pyramid of horrors—with no modern technology at their disposal—how will Reed, Sue, and Ben escape Ancient Egypt to stop the mad tyrant Ramades in the present? And where exactly is Johnny? Cut off from his teammates, can it be that his only hope for survival is…DOOM? Part 3 (of 4)
32 PGS./Marvel PSR …$2.99
SHANNA, THE SHE-DEVIL #3 (of 7)
Written by Frank Cho
Pencils & Cover by Frank Cho
What could be worse than a dozen hungry raptors? How about the guy who tops the neighborhood food chain? Doc and his crew race across the Savage Land – and straight into the drooling jaws of a ravenous T-Rex. Can Shanna save them?
32 PGS./PSR+ …$3.50
HERCULES #1 (of 5)
Written by Frank Tieri
Pencils & Cover by Mark Texeira
Reeling from the tragic death of Thor, the Prince of Power knows his star is fading fast. So what better way to pump up his Q-rating than to relive his defining moment? When his most bitter foe throws down the gauntlet, Hercules agrees to the challenge: Twelve labors, each more perilous than the one before it -- and each updated for reality-TV consumption. Zounds!
32 PGS./Marvel PSR+ …$2.99
MARVEL HEROES
CAPTAIN AMERICA & THE FALCON #14
Written by Priest
Pencils & Cover by Dan Jurgens
Series conclusion! Distraught over his choices and their deadly consequences, the Falcon has set out to correct his mistakes— starting with recapturing Captain America’s Navy counterpart, the so-called "Anti-Cap." Realizing his partner has taken on the deadly Anti-Cap alone, Captain America sets off after the Falcon— which leads to the final battle between the two Captains as the Falcon’s fate hangs in the balance.
32 PGS./Marvel PSR …$2.99
STORMBREAKER: THE SAGA OF BETA RAY BILL 4 (of 6)
Written by Michael AVON Oeming
& DAN BERLAN
Pencils & Cover by Andrea Di Vito
Beta Ray Bill and Stardust are locked in an epic battle that will rock the heavens and shake the very firmament of the universe, dimming stars and knocking planets from their orbits. In a fit of desperation, Stardust took a gamble that unleashed a terrible evil into the universe. An evil so great that it may destroy everything… and we do mean EVERYTHING!
32 PGS./Marvel PSR …$2.99
CAPTAIN AMERICA #6
Written by Ed Brubaker
Pencils & Cover by Steve Epting
"OUT OF TIME" Finale
Who killed the Red Skull? Who is the mystery assassin we have yet to see? This issue answers those questions and more! The hunt for the killer of the Red Skull takes a bizarre turn and Steve Rogers’ life turns with it. Shattered fragments of Cap's past are called into question by new memories that keep flooding his mind. Is someone playing mind games with him, or has he been in the dark about certain events for years? Only a trip to the scene of his most devastating failure will answer that question. Part 6 (of 6).
32 PGS./Marvel PSR …$2.99
FANTASTIC FOUR #525 & #526
Written by Karl Kesel
Penciled by TOM GRUMMETT
Cover by JIM CHEUNG
"Dream Fever!" Part 1 & 2 (of 2)
Diablo's back-- more dangerous than ever as the potion-toting terrorist declares alchemical warfare on the FF! Making matter worse, the World's Greatest Imaginauts are becoming more and more tired, irritable, delirious... sick! Coincidence... or part of Diablo's nightmarish plan? All this and The Inhumans, Dr. Doom and guest stars galore!
32 PGS. (each)/Marvel PSR …$2.99 (each)
SPELLBINDERS #2 (of 6)
Written by Mike Carey
Pencils & Cover by Mike Perkins
In a school where witches are a dime a dozen, you’d better find out exactly who your friends are...fast. Kim learns this lesson the hard way as she begins to discover the true nature of her witch-powers, and runs into a crowd of Salem ghosts! Kim’s in for the fight of her life…guess it’s just another day in high school.
32 PGS./Marvel PSR …$2.99
INCREDIBLE HULK #80
Written by Peter David
Pencils & Cover by Lee Weeks
"TEMPUS FUGIT"
It was just over thirty years ago that the Hulk fought a sawed-off, scrappy Canadian named Wolverine. And on the island where nothing is as it seems, he's returned--exactly as he was back then--to try and carve himself a piece of the Hulk. With an ending that you absolutely cannot miss! Part 4 (of 5).
32 PGS./Marvel PSR …$2.99
LIVEWIRES #3 (of 6)
Written by Adam Warren
Penciled by Ricardo Mays
Cover by Adam Warren
Sabotaging and destroying top-secret research programs is a tricky line of work, as the Livewires discover during a mission that requires supercharged pheromone seduction on the dance floor, high-speed hacking and cracking of an ultrasecure computer network, and the detection and defeat of holocamouflaged, half-ton robot snipers--all at the same time! Meanwhile, poor "newbie mecha" Stem Cell finds herself getting drowned in a bathtub… Clearly, the artificial lives of nanogrown combat mecha are full of difficult challenges.
32 PGS./Marvel PSR …$2.99
RUNAWAYS #3
Written by Brian Vaughan
Penciled by Adrian Alphona
Cover by JO CHEN
"TRUE BELIEVERS" PART 3 (OF 6)
It's the first public appearance of EXCELSIOR, as six fan-favorite characters again don their classic costumes. But do these young heroes intend to help the Runaways, or destroy them? Plus, more clues to the identity of which major Marvel Universe villain is the father of an all-new teenage runaway!
32 PGS./Marvel PSR …$2.99
G.L.A. #1 (of 4)
Written by Dan Slott
Pencils & Cover by Paul Pelletier
They are the Great Lake Avengers, the guys who got the shortest end of the super-hero stick. But with the REAL Avengers disassembled, they’re going to try to step up to the plate and deal with one of their most powerful villains! Can they save the day? Well, we just hope these guys can save themselves!
THIS ISSUE: A GREAT LAKE AVENGER DIES! (Besides Mr. Immortal, duh.) Special appearances by: Captain America, Thor, the Vision, the Scarlet Witch, and Hawkeye.
32 PGS./Marvel PSR …$2.99
NEW AVENGERS #6
Written by Brian Michael Bendis
Pencils & Cover by David Finch
Hold on to your hats! Wall-to-wall action New Avengers-style. The New Avengers have gathered to avenge those affected by the wild events of the Breakout. But the questions revealed in this issue will have deep ramifications for the rest of the Marvel Universe. Part 6 (of 6).
32 PGS./Marvel PSR …$2.25
NEW INVADERS #9
Written by Allan Jacobsen
Pencils & Cover by C. P. Smith
CRUEL AND UNUSUAL – The Conclusion!
CAPTAIN AMERICA, the SUB-MARINER, and the HUMAN TORCH are together again--for the FINAL time! The INVADERS’ Deadliest Enemy has returned, and this time he will stop at nothing to destroy them! The Good Guys don’t always win!
32 PGS./Marvel PSR …$2.99
X-MEN/FANTASTIC FOUR #5 (of 5)
Written by Akira Yoshida
Art and Cover by Pat Lee & DREAMWAVE STUDIOS
The climactic battle — will the combined might of the Earth’s two greatest super hero families be enough to save Manhattan — and the world — from total annihilation? The X-Men and FF do their final face-off against the alien Brood!
32 PGS./Marvel PSR …$3.50
NEW THUNDERBOLTS #7
Written by Fabian Nicieza
Pencils & Cover by Tom Grummett
"MODERN MARVELS"
Flushed with success, the Big Apple's newest heroes have to face their greatest challenge yet: an adoring public and the reflections in their mirrors! A new storyarc begins with a self-contained jumping-on point: "Modern Marvels," shows how the "man on the street" views the T-Bolts -- and if that matches how the T-Bolts view themselves...
32 PGS./Marvel PSR …$2.99
MARVEL TEAM-UP #7
Written by Robert Kirkman
Pencils & Cover by Scott Kolins
"RING OF THE MASTER" Part 1 (of 5)
The Ringmaster is sick of sitting on the sidelines. He's out to make a name for himself. Unfortunately for Spider-Man and Moon Knight, they are caught up in the middle of his master plan. This is the start of a brand-new story arc for the new hit title. It's an excellent jumping-on point for new readers. Find out what everyone is talking about.
32 PGS./Marvel PSR …$2.25
FANTASTIC FOUR: FOES #4 (of 6)
Written by Robert Kirkman
Penciled by Cliff Rathburn
Cover by Jim Cheung
The Mole Man is BACK! He's out to get revenge for all the times he's been defeated. Now the Fantastic Four are face to face with one of the most deadly foes of their past, and it's all part of Reed's plan.
32 PGS./Marvel PSR …$2.99
YOUNG AVENGERS #3
Written by Allan Heinberg
Pencils & Cover by Jim Cheung
"SIDEKICKS"
It's the Young Avengers versus the Avengers when Captain America and Iron Man force Patriot, Asgardian, and Hulkling to reveal their secret identities. But will the growing threat from a classic Avengers foe unite the two teams or destroy them both? Part 3 (of 6).
32 PGS./Marvel PSR …$2.99
MARVEL ADVENTURES
MARVEL ADVENTURES THE THING #2
Plot by ALAN KUPPERBERG
Written by Brandon Thomas
Penciled by Michael O'Hare
Cover by RandY Green
Witness the Blue-Eyed, Ever-Lovin' Thing duke it out with the Incredible Hulk--Hollywood style! As if a showbiz showdown between those two weren't enough, some special guests are on the scene, resulting in a Mighty Marvel free-for-all!
32 PGS./All Ages …$2.25
MARVEL ADVENTURES SPIDER-MAN #2
Written by Erica David
Penciled by Patrick Scherberger
Cover by TONY SALVADOR DANIEL
"THE SINISTER SIX!" Part 1 (of 2)
What separates the super-villains from just plain old villains? When they escape from prison, regular villains might lay low for a while and enjoy the sweet taste of freedom. But not a super-villain like Doctor Octopus--the minute he’s free, he’s gathering up the most dangerous crew ever assembled: the Vulture, Electro, Kraven the Hunter, Sandman and Mysterio! And they’ve all got one thing on their minds: bringing down Spider-Man once and for all! As if that weren’t enough for this two-part epic, maybe we should mention that Spidey’s powers are on the fritz, and he’s only got the abilities of…a regular teenager?!
32 PGS./All Ages …$2.25
X-MEN
X-23 #5 (of 6)
Written by Christopher Yost
Pencils & Cover by Billy Tan
"Innocence Lost"
Spinning out of NYX, the penultimate chapter of X-23’s origin: The program’s horrifying master plan is finally revealed and X-23 is sent on her most vicious mission yet, the ramifications of which will turn the Facility on its head…All the anger, pain, and betrayal come to a boil in this issue.
32 PGS./Marvel PSR …$2.99
ASTONISHING X-MEN #10
Written by Joss Whedon
Pencils & Cover by John Cassaday
"DANGEROUS"
A familiar face returns to the pages of ASTONISHING X-MEN just as things take a turn for the worse. But will the helping hand be in time? Part 4 (of 6).
32 PGS./Marvel PSR …$2.99
Note: the book has been delayed from it’s original solicitation last month.
Please use STARCODE JAN051856 when ordering. NEW FOC 3/31/05 ON-SALE 4/20/05
NEW X-MEN #12
Written by Christina Weir & NUNZIO DEFILIPPIS
Pencils & Cover by Michael Ryan
"X-POSED!"
A forbidden relationship comes out into the open, with consequences for everyone at Xavier’s! Stand-alone issue!
32 PGS./Marvel PSR …$2.99
X-MEN #169
Written by Peter Milligan
Pencils & Cover by Salvador Larroca
"GOLGOTHA"
The strange madness the X-Men discovered in Antarctica has come to the X-Mansion. Are the X-Men prepared to face what’s inside them…or will they be defeated by their own inner demons?
Part 4 (of 5).
32 PGS./Marvel PSR …$2.25
EXCALIBUR #12
Written by Chris Claremont
Pencils & Cover by
Aaron Lopresti
"SAVE THE LIFE OF MY CHILD"
Magneto and Professor X face some tough choices with their charge on Genosha, while Callisto and Archangel face a deadly and familiar adversary—Viper!
Part 2 (of 4).
32 PGS. (each)/Marvel PSR …$2.99 (each)
X-FORCE: SHATTERSTAR #3 (of 4)
Plotted by Rob Liefeld
Scripted by BRANDON THOMAS
Penciled by MARAT MYCHAELS
Cover by Rob Liefeld
Shatterstar continues to pursue Spiral, seeking to prevent her from obtaining the deadly FIVE FINGERS OF ANNIHILATION. He arrives in an alternate timeline where Spiral wields absolute power and is allied with familiar friends...or are they now foes? Guest starring CABLE, DOMINO, SUNSPOT and CALIBAN!
32 PGS./Marvel PSR …$2.99
EXILES #62 & #63
Written by Tony Bedard
Penciled by Mizuki Sakakibara
Cover by MIKE MCKONE
"TIME BREAKERS"
It all starts here! The story where all your questions will be answered! Why is the Timebroker so evil all of a sudden?! Who are the Timebreakers?! Who’s been pulling the strings all along?! And when the heck is Beak going to make himself useful?! You won’t want to miss this one, folks! This is the big one!
Part 1 & 2 (of 4).
32 PGS. (each)/Marvel PSR …$2.99 (each)
X-MEN: AGE OF APOCALYPSE #6 (of 6)
Written by Akira Yoshida
Pencils & Cover by Chris Bachalo
This special 10th Anniversary AGE OF APOCALYPSE event comes to a close with this star-shattering conclusion! What will be the final fate of the AoA universe?!
32 PGS./Marvel PSR …$2.99
ROGUE #10
Written by Tony Bedard
Penciled by Karl Moline
Cover by Scot Eaton
"FORGET-ME-NOT"
Rogue and Sunfire take on Lady Deathstrike! But is she the only one behind their recent problems?
Part 4 (of 6).
32 PGS./Marvel PSR …$2.99
GAMBIT #9
Written by John Layman
Pencils & Cover by
Georges Jeanty
"VOODOO ECONOMICS"
It’s bad enough that the living dead are overrunning New Orleans, but one of the zombies just happens to be the reanimated corpse of an invulnerable super-villain! Even with the help of Brother Voodoo, Gambit’s going to have a hard time surviving. And if and when he does, there’s a girl with a broken heart who’s got an even nastier surprise in store for him. Part 3 (of 3).
32 PGS./Marvel PSR …$2.99
UNCANNY X-MEN #458
Written by Chris Claremont
Pencils & Cover by Alan Davis
"ON ICE!"
The X-Men’s Savage Land adventure continues! Their strange new foes are bent on claiming the Earth for their own—and they plan on using the might of the X-Men to do it! The merry mutants must make some uneasy alliances to stop the only enemies they aren’t a match for—their own teammates! Guest-starring Ka-Zar! Part 4 (of 5).
32 PGS. (each)/Marvel PSR (each)…$2.25 (each)
WOLVERINE: SOULTAKER #3 (of 5)
Written by Akira Yoshida
Penciled by Shin Nagasawa
Cover by Katsuya Terada
Wolverine discovers the history of the Shoshei Order of Priestesses and the current Priestess Mana. But is it too late to stop the demon-lord Ryuki and his hoard of zombie-samurai and save Japan?
32 PGS./Marvel PSR …$2.99
X-MEN: THE END - HEROES AND MARTYRS #2 (of 6)
Written by Chris Claremont
Penciled by Sean Chen
Cover by Greg Land
The destruction of the Mansion was only the beginning! While the X-Men are still searching for survivors, and just beginning to comprehend what’s happening to them across the globe (and indeed, the cosmos), their alien adversaries return in full force to finish the job and complete their annihilation of Charles Xavier’s School and all his students. And in the battle’s aftermath, one of the core cast will leave the team forever.
32 PGS./Marvel PSR …$2.99
CABLE/DEADPOOL #14
Written by Fabian Nicieza
Pencils & Cover Patrick Zircher
The conclusion of "A Murder in Paradise," as our not-so-private dick, Deadpool, has to scour Cable's island paradise of Providence to solve the murder of a hated and feared terrorist.
32 PGS./Marvel PSR …$2.99
X-MEN UNLIMITED #8
Written by PAUL DI FILIPPO & JAMES PEATY
Penciled by CLIFF RICHARDS & YVEL GUICHET
Cover by PAUL SMITH
Two great stories, starring two original X-MEN, ANGEL and BEAST! In the first, Paul Di Filippo and Cliff Richards take you to the sky as Angel helps some sick children soar into the clouds! In "A Night at the Opera" by James Peaty and Yvel Guichet, Beast goes out for a little culture, only to find that for a mutant, these things are easier said than done!
32 PGS./Marvel PSR …$2.99
X-MEN: PHOENIX - ENDSONG #5 (of 5)
Written by Greg Pak
Pencils & Cover by Greg Land
The unforgettable conclusion! As the power of the Phoenix threatens the very foundations of existence, everything comes down to the choices of one man torn between the two women he loves.
32 PGS./Marvel PSR …$2.99
MAX
PUNISHER #19 & #20
Written by Garth Ennis
Penciled by Leo Fernandez
Cover by Tim Bradstreet
"UP IS DOWN AND BLACK IS WHITE" Parts 1 & 2 (of 6)
Ubergangster Nicky Cavella is back with a vengeance – this time hitting Frank Castle where he least expects it – right in the black pit of his hardened heart. With one unspeakable act, Nicky will go right to the top of Frank’s "to-do" list – and there’s nowhere he’d rather be.
32 PGS. each/Parental Advisory …$2.99 each
ICON
POWERS #10
Written by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS
Art & Cover by MICHAEL AVON OEMING
POWERS IS BACK! Get ready for the biggest fight scene POWERS has ever seen as Retro Girl is faced with a foe more powerful than she might be ready for! It’s America's No. 1 creator-owned book from the writer of the No. 1 book in the country! It’s Bendis uncensored and the only place you can find it is here!
• Eisner, Wizard and CBG award-winning series!
32 PGS./MATURE …$2.95
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