DC COMICS OCTOBER 2004 PREVIEWS

[Al Harahap]

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BATMAN

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Written by Andersen Gabrych, Shane McCarthy
Art by Pete Woods & Cam Smith, Tommy Castillo
& Rodney Ramos
Cover by Jock

“War Games,” Act 3, Part 1! Batman engineers a mass meeting of criminals. But will it render the game unwinnable? And in the backup story, the conclusion of “Low,” the Riddler takes on Poison Ivy!

On sale Oct 6 • 40 pg, FC, $2.95 US



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Written by A.J. Lieberman
Art by Brad Walker & Troy Nixey
Cover by Brian Haberlin

“War Games,” Act 3, Part 2! As Batman drowns in a sea of enemies, the rest of Gotham’s heroes race to save him! All the chaos and violence so far was merely a prelude to this. To make matters worse, the G.C.P.D. is about to break ranks!

On sale Oct 13 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US



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Written by Devin Grayson
Art by Mike Lilly & Andy Owens
Cover by Scott McDaniel & Owens

“War Games,” Act 3, Part 3! Ten months ago, Firefly torched Haly’s Circus, the childhood home of Dick Grayson. Tonight, Firefly must face the wrath of Nightwing! Meanwhile, Batgirl and Onyx battle Killer Croc and the Suicide King!

On sale Oct 13 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US



ROBIN #130
Written by Bill Willingham
Art by Jon Proctor & Robert Campanella
Cover by Dustin Nguyen

“War Games,” Act 3, Part 4! Two Robins — one former and one current — fight for their lives! Tim Drake takes on the devilish duo of the Trickster and Mr. Fun, while Stephanie Brown takes on the mysterious mastermind steering “War Games!”

On sale Oct 20 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US



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Written by A.J. Lieberman
Art by Al Barrionuevo & Francis Portela
Cover by Jae Lee

“War Games,” Act 3, Part 5! With the city in chaos, Tarantula becomes the prime target of the G.C.P.D.! Desperate for a victory, they’re hell-bent on bringing her down. Batman must choose between stemming the violence and saving his newest ally.

On sale Oct 20 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US



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Written by Dylan Horrocks
Art by Mike Huddleston & Jesse Delperdang
Cover by James Jean

“War Games,” Act 3, Part 6! Batgirl and Onyx fight for their lives in the bowels of Gotham City as a seemingly endless supply of criminals overruns the city. And the mysterious mastermind behind “War Games” decides to take the war to Batman!

On sale Oct 20 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US



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Written by Ed Brubaker
Art and cover by Paul Gulacy & Jimmy Palmiotti

“War Games,” Act 3, Part 7! The penultimate chapter of Gotham’s darkest period finds Batman in conflict with Commissioner Akins, the players ready for the final battle, and Catwoman squaring off one last time against Zeiss, the man who left her for dead!

On sale Oct 27 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US



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Written by Bill Willingham
Art by Kinsun & Aaron Sowd
Cover by Matt Wagner

“War Games,” Act 3, Part 8 — the extra-sized conclusion! The climactic battle between Batman and the mastermind behind the Gotham gang war hits close to home! Don’t miss the stunning finale!

On sale Oct 27 • 40 pg, FC, $2.95 US



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Written by Grant Morrison
Art and cover by Dave McKean

In celebration of the 15th anniversary of the critically acclaimed Batman story that helped launch the U.S. careers of Grant Morrison and Dave McKean, DC Comics is proud to present the Arkham Asylum 15th Anniversary Edition — a 216-page hardcover reprinting the now-classic confrontation between the Dark Knight and his archnemeses the Joker, Two-Face, Scarecrow, Poison Ivy, and more in the black heart of Gotham City's house for the criminally insane.

This entertaining, experimental graphic novel is well known for its psychological intensity and probing portraits of Batman and the Joker, as well as its mystical symbolism, powerful mood and riveting multi-media artwork. This special edition also includes Morrison's complete final script annotated by both himself and original editor Karen Berger, many of his original thumbnail breakdowns, samples of how the story and art came together, and more surprises!

On sale Oct 20 • 216 pg, FC, $29.95 US • Mature Readers



BATMAN: AS THE CROW FLIES TP
Written by Judd Winick
Art by Dustin Nguyen & Richard Friend
Cover by Matt Wagner

Batman: As the Crow Flies is a 128-page trade paperback collecting BATMAN #626-630, written by award-winner Judd Winick (Outsiders, Green Arrow) and illustrated by the acclaimed team of Dustin Nguyen & Richard Friend (Wildcats Version 3.0) with a painted cover by Matt Wagner (Batman/Superman/Wonder Woman: Trinity). This collection also contains a sketchbook section showing Nguyen’s early approach to Batman, the Penguin and the Scarecrow.

Gotham City’s underworld is thrown into turmoil as its crimelords slip into a rabid — and murderous — frenzy. Is it a coincidence, or part of an elaborate and sinister power play?

One thing’s for sure: The machinations of the Scarecrow and the Penguin will have Batman hard-pressed to restore order. Worse, Batman may have met his match in the vicious Scarebeast!

On sale Oct 27 • 128 pg, FC, $12.95 US



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Written by Michael Uslan
Art and cover by Peter Snejbjerg

ELSEWORLDS. In this stunning softcover edition of the original hardcover graphic novel, Bruce Wayne becomes a member of a secret society of detectives to battle the decades-old criminal conspiracy that left him an orphan!

On sale Oct 27 • 96 pg, FC, $12.95 US



BATMAN: HUSH VOL. 2 TP
Written by Jeph Loeb
Art and cover by Jim Lee & Scott Williams

The 12-part “Hush” storyline – crafted by comics heavyweights Jeph Loeb and Jim Lee & Scott Williams — topped sales charts for an entire year, thrilling readers and critics alike. Now the second half of that legendary story arc — Batman #613-619 — is collected for the first time as a softcover in Batman: Hush Vol. 2 TP.

This volume contains the stunning conclusion of “Hush,” featuring the Dark Knight’s shocking showdown with the Joker, the debut of a brand-new Batmobile, a catfight among Catwoman, Talia and Lady Shiva, and, perhaps, most surprising of all, the true identity of the enigmatic Hush! Plus, this collection includes the 6-page story from Wizard #0 and features a stunning new cover by Lee & Williams!

On sale Oct 13 • 192 pg, FC, $12.95 US



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Written by Bill Matheny
Art by Christopher Jones & Terry Beatty
Cover by Jeff Matsuda

The thrilling series reflecting the great new animated show continues! The creature called Man-Bat escapes Arkham with a secret weapon: a sonar shriek that drives citizens “batty”! Can the Batman keep Gotham from becoming a “City of Bats”?

On sale Oct 20 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US



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Written by Gail Simone
Art by Ed Benes and Eduardo Barretto
Cover by Jason Pearson

A new beginning for the team, and an extra-sized anniversary issue! The Birds, reeling from the aftershock of “War Games,” are forced to make a decision that changes everything! Plus, a special backup tale with guest artist Eduardo Barretto!

On sale Oct 27 • 40 pg, FC, $2.95 US



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Written by Jeph Loeb
Art and cover by Tim Sale

Selina's Roman Holiday continues! Wanted for last issue’s shocking murder, Catwoman finds herself caught between two rival gangs with all of Rome up for grabs. Get ready for love, death and betrayal — Gotham City style — on the other side of the world!

On sale Oct 20 • 2 of 6 • 32 pg, $3.50 US



GOTHAM CENTRAL #24
Written by Greg Rucka
Art by Michael Lark & Stefano Gaudiano
Cover by Lark

You’ve seen “War Games” from the heroes’ perspectives. Now see it through the eyes of the real world! As the detectives of the G.C.P.D. battle to save lives, Commissioner Akins reaches his breaking point with Batman.

On sale Oct 13 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US



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Written by Sam Kieth
Art and cover by Kieth

Batman returns in the conclusion of the story of misbegotten werewolf Scratch! A bloodthirsty mob wants Scratch dead. Can Batman protect him from his hometown and discover the secret of the Ouroboros in the midst of this frenzy?

On sale Oct 6 • 5 of 5 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US






SUPERMAN

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Written by Chuck Austen
Art by Carlos D’Anda
Cover by Joyce Chin & Arthur Adams

A tribute to the dead is interrupted by a new Silver Banshee! As Superman and Jack Ryder pay their respects to a photographer caught in the crossfire of a supervillain rampage, Silver Banshee comes screaming from the pits of Hell!

On sale Oct 13 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US



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Written by Greg Rucka
Art by Matthew Clark & Andy Lanning
Cover by Gene Ha

It’s a deadly new villain for the Man of Steel! New Parasites are born, and they have a thirst for the Man of Steel's power!

On sale Oct 20 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US



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Written by Jack Kirby
Art by Kirby, Vince Colletta, and Mike Royer
Cover by Kirby & Al Milgrom

The Jack Kirby adventures continue in this final volume collecting Jimmy Olsen #142-148 and #150! Kirby pits Jimmy, the Guardian and the Newsboy Legion against cosmic creatures, vampires and more. Plus, an intro by Mark Evanier and a previously unpublished Kirby cover!

On sale Oct 13 • 192 pg, FC, $19.95 US



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Written by Dan Abnett & Andy Lanning
Art by Karl Kerschl
Cover by Ed McGuinness & Dexter Vines

The adventures of WildStorm hero Mr. Majestic in the DCU continue! Suffering from memory loss, Majestic tries to piece together the shards of his past and return home. Plus, the Eradicator’s back — and he's got Majestic in his sights!

On sale Oct 6 • 3 of 4 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US



SUPERMAN #210
Written by Brian Azzarello
Art and cover by Jim Lee & Scott Williams

It’s the battle between the DCU’s strongest heroes: Superman vs. Wonder Woman in a fight to the finish, written by fan-favorite Brian Azzarello and illustrated by Jim Lee & Scott Wiliams as “For Tomorrow” continues!

When Superman inadvertently sets off a series of catastrophic events after destroying the Vanishing Tech, Wonder Woman must intervene and attempt to put an end to the chaos. But Superman has plans of his own and won’t let the Amazonian interfere without a fight — and what a fight it’ll be!

On sale Oct 27 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US



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Written by Jerry Siegel
Art and cover by Joe Shuster

Available at a new low price, the classic Archive Edition collecting Superman #1-4! Relive the early adventures of Superman with this volume, now at a special low price!

Advance-solicited; on sale Dec 15 • 272 pg, FC, $19.95 US





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Written by Jeph Loeb
Art and cover by Carlos Pacheco & Jesús Merino

Fan-favorite writer Jeph Loeb and artists extraordinaire Carlos Pacheco & Jesús Merino (JLA/JSA: Virtue & Vice, Arrowsmith) continue the shocking 5-part arc “Absolute Power” as a resistance rises up against the tyranny of…Superman and Batman?

A resistance is formed against dictators Superman and Batman. But will these new Freedom Fighters save this dark world or make it even worse? Do not read the ending of this story first — it’ll blow your mind!

On sale Oct 20 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US



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Written by Mark Waid
Art and cover by Leinil Yu & Gerry Alanguilan

The entire modern day retelling of Superman — from his early days in Smallville with Lana Lang and Lex Luthor, to his first meeting with Lois Lane, Jimmy Olsen and Perry White in Metropolis — is recounted in this lavish hardcover collection by writer Mark Waid and artists Leinil Francis Yu & Gerry Alanguilan!

Superman: Birthright collects the best-selling, critically acclaimed 12-issue maxiseries of the same name and features an introduction by Smallville television producers Al Gough & Miles Millar, plus a sketchbook section showcasing Yu's development work in addition to notes by Waid.

Witness the making of a legend, as Clark Kent learns the tough lessons needed to become the World's Greatest Hero! Also watch as Lex Luthor comes to Smallville, befriending Clark. But it’s a relationship that may ultimately spell disaster for Metropolis and the Man of Steel.

On sale Oct 20 • 304 pg, FC, $29.95 US



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Written by Otto Binder,
Jerry Coleman and various
Art by Wayne Boring, Curt Swan,
Kurt Schaffenberger and various
Cover by Curt Swan & Stan Kaye

The first Silver Age Superman Archive, reprinting Action Comics #241-247 and Superman #122-126 (1958-1959)! This volume, with an introduction by Mark Waid, features the debuts of the Fortress of Solitude, Brainiac, Kandor, the Super-Pets, and much more!

On sale Oct 6 • 236 pg, FC, $49.95 US






DC UNIVERSE

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Written by Andy Diggle
Art and cover by Pascal Ferry

Continuing the thrilling new adventures of DC's premier science-fiction hero! Adam Strange survives an alien attack as he discovers clues to what's happened to his adopted homeworld, Rann!

On sale Oct 27 • 2 of 8 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US





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Written by Will Pfeifer
Art and cover by Patrick Gleason & Christian Alamy

The 3-part “With the Fishes” concludes! What happened on the day San Diego sank? The truth may surprise you when Aquaman is forced to choose between civilization and chaos as a group of pirates led by the villainous Marauder takes advantage of the horrendous, watery disaster area.

On sale Oct 13 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US



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Written by Dan Jolley
Art by Leonard Kirk & Robin Riggs
Cover by Dave Johnson

In the startling conclusion of Bloodhound’s debut adventure, Travis Clevenger learns just how much punishment he can take, as he faces a super-powered killer ready to murder those closest to DC’s darkest hero! No one escapes this fight in one piece…

On sale Oct 13 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US



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Written by Howard Chaykin
Art and cover by Chaykin

The penultimate issue of the electrifying miniseries! The remaining Challengers come face-to-face with the masters of the world and learn that the masses have been manipulated for some time. Now it’s up to the Challengers to free the world — and beyond — from Hegemony’s insidious grasp!

On sale Oct 13 • 5 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US



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Written by Jerry Siegel, Gardner Fox, Sheldon Mayer,
William Moulton Marston, Bob Kane and various
Art by Joe Shuster, Bob Kane, Harry G. Peter,
Jack Burnley, Shelly Moldoff, Creig Flessel and various
Cover by Sheldon Mayer, Howard Purcell, E. E. Hibbard and various

For the first time ever, in one huge collection, three of DC Comics’ most hard to find early anthology titles are reprinted in their entirety! DC Comics Rarities Archives Vol. 1 is a whopping 348-page hardcover collecting New York World’s Fair 1939, New York World’s Fair 1940 and Big All-American Comic Book #1 (1944).

This volume, with an introduction by Roy Thomas, features appearances by virtually every early Golden Age DC hero: Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, the Flash, Sandman, Hawkman, Scribbly, The Atom, Green Lantern, Mr. Terrific, Jonny Thunder and Wildcat! Plus, loads of backups, funny animals, gag strips, text pieces and information about the Fair!

The two World's Fair comics were specially created to be distributed at the legendary New York World's Fair of 1939-40 and feature adventures revolving around the DC heroes’ visits there. Most of the strips included in this very special Archive have never been reprinted! This is truly a testament to the diversity of the Golden Age of DC Comics that no serious comic collector should be without.

Advance-solicited; on sale Dec 1 • 348 pg, FC, $75.00 US



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Written by John Byrne
Art by Byrne & Doug Hazlewood
Cover by Byrne

Cliff, Rita and Nudge infiltrate an illegal ultimate fighting ring by pitting Robotman against multiple malevolent machines of destruction! Learn secrets of where Cliff Steele, Rita Farr and the Chief have come from — just in time for Robotman to lose his head!

On sale Oct 27 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US



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Written by Peter David
Art by David Lopez & Fernando Blanco
Cover by Ashley Wood

Doctor Juris is no longer in power in Bête Noire! On the run from the Hierarchy, it appears the Fallen Angel — his rejected former lover — may be his only ally. Meanwhile, a power vacuum created by the absence of Juris triggers a showdown!

On sale Oct 13 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US • MATURE READERS



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Written by Dan Jolley
Art by Chris Batista & Dan Green
Cover by Luke Ross

A special issue that ties into Identity Crisis, featuring guest art by Chris Batista (The Legion) & Dan Green (Uncanny X-Men)! With the pressures of his family life and the gargantuan responsibilities of the powers of Firestorm weighing heavily on him, Jason Rusch finally decides to blow off some steam! But what will be the consequences of his recklessness…especially when the JLA reveals what happened to Ronnie Raymond?

On sale Oct 20 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US



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Written by Geoff Johns
Art and cover by Howard Porter & Livesay

Part 2 of the 3-part “Sins of the Father,” tying into the events of Identity Crisis!

Wally West continues to struggle with the secrets he’s uncovered about Barry Allen’s time with the JLA. But making peace with them may not be as easy as he’d hoped. Plus, a new arrival in Keystone City spells trouble for the Rogues!

On sale Oct 27 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US



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Written by Gardner Fox
Art by Bert Christman, Creig Flessel, Chad Grothkopf,
Ogden Whitney, and various Cover by Flessel

The first batch of the Sandman’s adventures are chronicled in this volume reprinting stories from Adventure Comics #40-57, New York World’s Fair 1939, and New York World’s Fair 1940 (circa 1940-41). Plus, an intro by Jim Amash, co-editor of Alter Ego.

On sale Oct 27 • 228 pg, FC, $49.95 US



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Written by Judd Winick
Art by Phil Hester & Ande Parks
Cover by Marcos Martín & Alvaro Lopez

In Part 4 of the 6-part “New Blood,” Brick abducts the daughter of Star City’s mayor! Green Arrow and Connor Hawke must rip the city apart to find the child before the new kingpin of crime exacts his revenge on our heroes and the city at large!

On sale Oct 13 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US



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Written by Geoff Johns
Art and cover by Ethan Van Sciver

A turning point in the history of the Green Lanterns begins here, in a 6-issue miniseries written by fan-favorite Geoff Johns (Teen Titans, The Flash) with art by Ethan Van Sciver (New X-Men, The Flash: Iron Heights)!

Hal Jordan was one of the greatest heroes in the DCU until tragedy turned him into one of its greatest villains. Today, his soul searches for redemption as the Spectre. But redemption may not be what Jordan himself needs...or wants. The fates of Kyle Rayner, John Stewart, Guy Gardner, and the rest of the Green Lantern mythology unfold in this colossal tale of heroism involving the entire DCU!

On sale Oct 27 • 1 of 6 • 40 pg, FC, $2.95 US Edited by Peter Tomasi



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Written by Will Pfeifer
Art by Dale Eaglesham & Wade von Grawbadger
Cover by Kelsey Shannon

The battle lines over the H-E-R-O device are drawn: Robby Reed and his team against a villain created by the device, with powers that dwarf all the others combined. Plus, Matt Allen (from H-E-R-O #5) learns his daughter has been kidnapped, and he isn’t happy!

On sale Oct 20 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US



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Written by Steve Gerber
Art and cover by Brian Hurtt

DC Focus! A new story arc begins as Ethan Harrow leaves solitary confinement to find the balance of power changed forever at State Penitentiary — and he’s dependent on his own mysterious power to protect him. Jump aboard the gripping drama Entertainment Weekly calls “Oz meets My So-Called Life.”

On sale Oct 13 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US



HARD TIME TP
Written by Steve Gerber
Art and cover by Brian Hurtt

Don’t miss the first collection of the series Entertainment Weekly calls “Oz meets My So-Called Life!” This volume features Hard Time #1-6, telling the tale of Ethan Harrow, a teenager faced with life behind bars with only a strange power to keep him alive!

On sale Oct 6 • 144 pg, FC, $9.95 US



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Written by Jimmy Palmiotti & Justin Gray
Art by Andy Smith & Mick Gray
Cover by Kevin Nowlan

A routine trip to the JSA headquarters in New York takes a dramatic turn when a malicious and incredibly powerful creature unleashes massive destruction on the city. Hawkman and Hawkgirl must join forces with The Monolith! But will their combined strength be enough?

On sale Oct 13 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US



IDENTITY CRISIS #5
Written by Brad Meltzer
Art by Rags Morales & Michael Bair
Cover by Michael Turner

Find out what all the fuss is about as the breathtaking 7-issue miniseries heats up!

The heroes take a proactive stance against the villains of the DCU…at the cost of lives on both sides of the crisis! Unfortunately, nothing can prevent another loss in a hero's private life. With the stakes raised for everyone involved, things are going to get a lot worse before they get better!

On sale Oct 20 • 5 of 7 • 40 pg, FC, $3.95 US



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Written by Kurt Busiek
Art and cover by Ron Garney & Dan Green

Fan-favorite writer Kurt Busiek (Astro City) joins the JLA art team of Ron Garney & Dan Green for “Crime Syndicate of Amerika,” an 8-part story that explodes from the pages of Busiek’s JLA/Avengers!

Research has continued on the mysterious “space egg” left behind at the end of JLA/Avengers, leading the JLA to take steps to ensure that Krona stays put in his “prison.” But this distraction could prove fatal, since the real threat at the moment may come from another Earth!

On sale Oct 27 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US



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Written by Geoff Johns
Art by Don Kramer & Keith Champagne
Cover by J.H. Williams III

The exciting conclusion of the 2-part “Out of Time!” The life of Rick Tyler continues to tick away as the JSA is forced to battle through the time stream to save their teammate. But what fate awaits Rex Tyler? And how is Extant involved?

On sale Oct 13 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US



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Written by Geoff Johns & David S. Goyer
Art by Leonard Kirk, Patrick Gleason, Keith Champagne,
and Christian Alamy Cover by Jerome K. Moore

A thrilling new trade collecting JSA #39-45! The JSA is divided, handling multiple matters in different eras. Several heroes find themselves in Ancient Egypt, fighting the immortal villain Vandal Savage and an earlier incarnation of the power of Black Adam. However, Power Girl and Dr. Mid-Nite also have their hands full with separate cases.

On sale Oct 20 • 168 pg, FC, $14.95 US



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Written by Kevin J. Anderson
Art by Barry Kitson & Gary Erskine
Cover by John Watson

The mad Lord Dynamo has offered a devil’s bargain to mankind: He will cure the world’s ills, but only if Green Lantern surrenders his Power Ring and Starman relinquishes his Gravity Rod! Will the rest of the nation turn against the Justice Society of America?

On sale Oct 20 • 3 of 6 • 40 pg, FC, $3.50 US



JUSTICE LEAGUE ELITE #4
Written by Joe Kelly
Art and cover by Doug Mahnke & Tom Nguyen

A glimpse into Vera’s youth in industrial England a generation ago gives insight into her relationship with her late brother Manchester Black and the horrors that made them both what they are today — for Vera, leader of the Elite…for Black, dead!

On sale Oct 13 • 4 of 12 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US



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Written by Adam Beechen
Art by Carlo Barberi & Walden Wong
Cover by Ben Caldwell

The action-packed new series continues with a story guest-starring Booster Gold and Steel! The League battles the Royal Flush Gang in Las Vegas, and Booster learns why the team pays Superman so much respect.

On sale Oct 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US



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Written by Kelley Puckett
Art and cover by Warren Pleece

DC Focus! Just when Tom has had as much of his family as he can take, a new player shows up: his father! Where has he been, and why did he leave? And will Tom’s newfound powers change their relationship forever?

On sale Oct 27 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US



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Written by Marc Andreyko
Art by Jésus Saiz & Jimmy Palmiotti
Cover by Jae Lee

The action-packed new series continues with an issue that ties into Identity Crisis! Kate Spencer’s new super-hero identity turns her entire life upside down, as a super-powered accident endangers her custody rights and threatens to blow her cover as Manhunter. Worst of all, the psychotic Shadow Thief has a thing or two to teach her about street fighting…

On sale Oct 20 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US



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Written by Jimmy Palmiotti & Justin Gray
Art and cover by Phil Winslade

The gangsters of the underworld retaliate against the downtrodden lower East Siders they’ve repressed and robbed — by creating a Monolith of their own…one forged of iron!

On sale Oct 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US





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Written by Judd Winick
Art and cover by Dwayne Turner & Nelson

John Walsh of America’s Most Wanted stars in the timely and compelling 3-part story “Most Wanted!”

The Outsiders are an aggressive super-team, taking the fight to the bad guys and preying on super-criminals. But when one of the criminals they’re chasing turns out to be a real predator, Nightwing and his teammates seek aid from an unlikely source. John Walsh helps the Outsiders deal with a very real problem that hits home with Arsenal, Grace and Walsh himself: child abduction.

On sale Oct 27 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US



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Written by Kyle Baker
Art and cover by Baker

This one’s titled “Homeland Security!” If Plastic Man is in charge of it, how secure can it be?

On sale Oct 20 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US





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Written by Chuck Dixon
Art and cover by Scott McDaniel & Andy Owens

The Motor City is a powder keg, and Lady Shiva holds the match! Her Circle of Six aims to take over the city’s underworld and establish a global drug trade. Only two men stand in their way: Richard Dragon and the Bronze Tiger. This battle will settle the fate of the city…and not everyone will survive!

On sale Oct 27 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US



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Written by Tim Sale, Brian Azzarello, Jeph Loeb, Darwyn Cooke, and Diana Schutz
Art and cover by Sale
What happens when some of the most talented artists in comics are free to unleash their creative vision across 48 pages? The answer is Solo, a unique new bimonthly series that showcases the best of the best of the biz!

Unfettered by the constraints of a regular monthly series, Solo’s artists work in a variety of genres — using whichever characters — they wish! Solo debuts in style with fan-favorite artist Tim Sale (Catwoman: When in Rome, Batman: The Long Halloween) in an issue that features a must-read follow-up story to Superman: For All Seasons (written by Jeph Loeb), a Catwoman/Batman tale (written by Brian Azzarello), a Supergirl adventure (written by Dark Horse Comics editor Diana Schutz), and more!

Future Solo issues will feature such A-list talent as Richard Corben, Paul Pope, Howard Chaykin, Jordi Bernet, Mike Allred and Darwyn Cooke.

On sale Oct 27 • Bimonthly • No interior ads • 48 pg, FC, $3.95 US Edited by Mark Chiarello



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Written by Geoff Johns
Art and cover by Mike McKone & Marlo Alquiza

The 3-part “Titans Tomorrow” kicks off here, as the Titans return from the trip with the Legion…ten years too late!

Get ready to meet the all-new Titans lineup: Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, Animal Man, Aquawoman and the Flash! But all is not as well as it seems in the future, and the Teen Titans are going to find out why.

On sale Oct 20 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US



TEEN TITANS: FAMILY LOST TP
Written by Geoff Johns
Art by Mike McKone, Marlo Alquiza, Tom Grummett, Ivan Reis, Kevin Conrad, Marc Campos, and Norm Rapmund
Cover by McKone & Alquiza

Raven returns…with a new body, but also a new master: the latest Brother Blood!

The newest adventures of everyone's favorite teen team of heroes unfolds in Teen Titans: Family Lost, a 176-page trade paperback collecting Teen Titans #8-12, plus the hard to find Teen Titans #1/2. This collection is written by Geoff Johns (JSA, The Flash) with art by the acclaimed team of Mike McKone (Exiles) & Marlo Alquiza (Superman), and additional art by Tom Grummett, Ivan Reis, Kevin Conrad, Marc Campos, and Norm Rapmund.

Deathstroke's daughter, Rose Wilson assumes the identity of the Ravager and switches from Titans ally to Titans threat. Now Deathstroke and Rose hunt for the Titans. Could things be any more explosive? They do, when Kid Flash learns to drive!

On sale Oct 6 • 176 pg, FC, $9.95 US



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Written by J. Torres
Art by Todd Nauck & Lary Stucker
Cover by Dave Bullock

Special one-year anniversary issue! The Titans go face-to-face with their strangest foe: Mumbo! Can they survive more of his “tricks”?

On sale Oct 27 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US



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Written by J. Torres
Art by Todd Nauck, Tim Smith & Lary Stucker
Cover by Dave Bullock

The newest additions to Johnny DC’s roster of animated heroes make their debuts in two new digest-sized collections! Vol. 1, reprinting issues #1-5, kicks off with the stories “Demo,” “The Beast Boy Who Cried Wolf,” “Lame,” “My Crummy Valentine” and “Monster Zit.”

On sale Oct 13 • 5" x 7.562" • 112 pg, FC, $6.95 US



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Written by J. Torres and Adam Beechen
Art by Todd Nauck, Udon Studios and Lary Stucker
Cover by Dave Bullock

Capturing all of the action and fun of the Cartoon Network series! This volume reprints issues #6-10, featuring the stories “Brothers,” “How You Play the Game,” “Naked City,” “War Machine” and “That Sinking Feeling.”

On sale Oct 13 • 5" x 7.562" • 112 pg, FC, $6.95 US



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Written by Greg Rucka
Art by Drew Johnson & Ray Snyder
Cover by J.G. Jones

Medousa launches an attack on Wonder Woman’s embassy as “Stoned” nears its petrifying conclusion! When those closest to Diana are caught off-guard, who will pay the price for Medousa’s blood-lust? And what surprising ally will rise to the challenge?

On sale Oct 27 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US






DC: BEYOND THE UNIVERSE

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Written by Jim Alexander, Sholly Fisch and Tom Warburton
Art by John Delaney, Jeff Albrecht, Mike Wetterhahn,
Tim Chi Ly, Maurice Fontenot and Robert R. Smith
Cover by Gary Fields

It’s the hottest ’toon party in town, featuring the adventures of The Kids Next Door, Johnny Bravo and Courage the Cowardly Dog! Plus, a brand-new letters page and Cartoon Network fun facts!

On sale Oct 27 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US



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Written by Wendy & Richard Pini
Art and cover by Wendy Pini

Following in Cutter’s footsteps, family and tribemates pursue their chief to warn him of a dire threat. But they’re taken as slaves into the towering Blue Mountain, stronghold of the ancient Glider elves. Now, Cutter and Skywise must penetrate the mountain’s labyrinthine secrets to rescue their kind!

On sale Oct 27 • 5" x 7.362" • 224 pg, B&W, $9.95 US



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Written by Michael Moorcock
Art by Walter Simonson

The miniseries shedding light on the early adventures of Elric continues! Young Elric embarks on a dream quest of two years: the dream of water, in which, known as White Crow, he confronts his rival Yrkoon as well as a powerful water elemental and a Lord of Chaos. Can dragons and armies restore a kingdom to its rightful heir?

On sale Oct 27 • 2 of 4 • FC, 48 pg, Prestige Format, $5.95 US



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Written by Earl Kress, Bill Matheny and Craig Bolden
Art and cover by David Alvarez
& Mike DeCarlo

For Bugs Bunny, outsmarting a pair of gorillas is child’s play! Plus, Marvin the Martian, Sylvester and Tweety!

On sale Oct 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US



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Written by Abby Denson & Robbie Busch
Art by Ricardo Garcia Fuentes & Mike DeCarlo
Cover by Phil Moy

The Girls go to the movies with the gnarly Gangreen Gang …and royally regret it!

On sale Oct 20 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US




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Written by John Rozum, Robbie Busch, and Sholly Fisch
Art by Joe Staton, Robert Pope
& Scott McRae
Cover by Staton

The Mystery Inc. gang goes to San Francisco to pursue a poetry-spoutin’ poltergeist! Plus, fun-packed short stories that only you, dear reader, can help Scooby solve!

On sale Oct 13 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US



THE SPIRIT ARCHIVES VOL. 15 HC
Written by Will Eisner
Art and cover by Eisner

It's the comics master at his best! Volume 15 reprints The Spirit newspaper sections published from July 6, 1947 to December 28, 1947, featuring the seductive P'Gell, The Octopus, a send up of Li'l Abner, and more, plus an introduction by N.C. Christopher Couch, co-author of The Will Eisner Companion.

On sale Oct 20 • 196 pg, FC, $49.95 US



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Written by George Romero
Art by Tommy Castillo & Rodney Ramos
Cover by Bernie Wrightson

Cult movie writer/director George Romero helps kick off Toe Tags, a series of miniseries featuring the work of a number of creative luminaries from a variety of media! Best known for his trio of zombie films — Night of the Living Dead, Dawn of the Dead, and Day of the Dead — Romero launches Toe Tags with an all-new horror classic for comics: the 6-part “The Death of Death,” featuring bloodcurdling art by Tommy Castillo (Detective Comics) & Rodney Ramos (Green Lantern).

Overnight, the world has been turned upside down, and zombies rule the day! It’s up to a college professor named Hoffman, his assistant Damien Cross, and his gal Judy to figure out exactly how and why the undead have taken over. But even if they do get to the bottom of
the plague, is it too late to save the world?

On sale Oct 20 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US • Mature Readers Edited by Bob Schreck






2000 A.D.

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Written by John Smith
Art by Sean Phillips, Siku and Michael Gaydos
Cover by Phillips

Created by John Smith (Vampirella) and Sean Phillips (Sleeper), Devlin Waugh is the Vatican’s best freelance supernatural operative: an aesthete, bon vivant, and expert athlete whose verbal barbs are just as vicious as his talent for fisticuffs. But in this volume, Devlin's called in to the high-tech underwater prison of Aquatraz to investigate an outbreak of vampirism – and he may have bitten off more than he can chew!

Also featured are the Judge Dredd crossover stories “Brief Encounter” and “Fetish” (with art by Siku), as well as “A Mouthful of Dust” (illustrated by Alias’ Michael Gaydos) and the prose stories “A Love Like Blood” and “Body and Soul,” both of which feature Phillips’s illustrations. This collection also includes an extensive making-of section, featuring excerpts from Smith's original treatment and script as well as Phillips’s page layouts and sketches.

On sale Oct 6 • 7.375" x 10.1875" • 224 pg. FC, $19.95 US Mature Readers



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Written by Mark Millar
Art by Steve Yeowell & Nigel Dobbyn
Cover by Yeowell

Get ready, comrades — Sov-Block Two’s most psychotic Judge is on the loose and coming for you!

Written by Mark Millar (Superman: Red Son), with art by Steve Yeowell (The Invisibles) & Nigel Dobbyn, this irreverent look at Judge Dredd's world will melt your mind!

Formerly a violent thug, Judge Razors — now a violent thug with authority — is part of an experiment designed to transform Sov-Block Two’s most savage criminals into the most brutal Judges the city has ever known. Accompanied by Ed the talking horse, Razors is on a mission to investigate the theft of the Holy Corpse of Elvis, as well as the city's plague of superannuated terrorists!

On sale Oct 20 • 7.375" x 10.1875" • 144 pg. FC, $12.95 US Mature Readers






AMERICA'S BEST COMICS

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Written by Alan Moore & Peter Hogan
Art and cover by Yanick Paquette & Karl Story

The bizarre time distortions worsen as the mysterious craft nears Terra Obscura. Tom Strange, while preparing to leave Earth, comes into contact with some old allies...and one nasty villain!

On sale Oct 20 • 3 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US





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Written by Ed Brubaker
Art by Duncan Fegredo
Cover by Chris Sprouse & Karl Story

Part 1 of a fantastic 2-part story by two of comics’ most exciting creators! Tom Strong’s feats of bravery are world-renowned, but what if he weren’t the idol of millions? If he didn’t ascend to the role of hero, where would he be?

On sale Oct 13 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US



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Written by Alan Moore & Steve Moore
Art by Arthur Adams, Paul Rivoche, Alan Weiss, Jerry Ordway, Sergio Aragones, Jason Pearson and Jaime Hernandez
Cover by Adams

Alan Moore’s hero of Millennium City shines in this hardcover collecting Tom Strong’s Terrific Tales #1-6!

This volume features Strong in space-faring action, the debut of sexy heroine Jonni Future, and a tale of Young Tom Strong!

On sale Oct 27 • 176 pg, FC, $24.95 US






CMX

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Written by Aoike Yasuko
Art and cover by Aoike

From Eroica with Love is the masterwork manga of Aoike Yasuko, serialized in Akita Shoten’s Princess magazine since 1976! Set in Continental Europe, it depicts the adventures of British aristocrat Dorian Red Gloria and his alter ego Eroica, Europe’s most wanted international art thief. His nemesis — Major Klaus Heinz von dem Eberbach, a German NATO intelligence officer — has tried for years to catch the man who claims each crime scene with a card signed “From Eroica with Love.”

Things are just getting started when a trio of telepathically linked teenagers becomes aware of Dorian’s identity and plans to capture him. But their plot goes awry as the master thief branches out — no longer content with stealing great art, he’s moving on. Now the trio must foil his attempts to kidnap their leader, Caesar, as they try to save the great art treasures of Europe!

On sale Oct 13 • 5" x 7.375" • B&W, 232 pg, $9.95 US



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Written by Tsukuba Sakura
Art and cover by Tsukuba

Get ready for Tsukuba Sakura’s symbolic tale Land of the Blindfolded, in which one character can only see the past, and another can only see the future! Originally presented in LaLa DX magazine from Hakusensha between 1998 to 2004, the 9-volume Land of the Blindfolded is the story of high school student Outsuka Kanade who can sometimes see a person’s future with a touch, and transfer student Naitou Arou, whose ESP is limited to past events.

When Kanade glimpses an unfortunate incident coming, can she change it? She soon befriends Arou, who’s no novice — he can turn his ability on or off at will, even using it to see an object’s “memories.”

Are these teenaged seers of the past and future made for each other? And who’s right: Arou with his “hands off” policy about meddling in people’s lives, or Kanade whose more proactive stance has already had unhappy consequences?

On sale Oct 20 • 5" x 7.375" • B&W, 208 pg, $9.95 US



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Art and cover by Tajima Sho-u
Written by Otsuka Eiji

DC’s new line of manga debuts with the high-action Madara, a popular sword-and-sorcery series that mixes Japanese mythology with futuristic themes! Originally serialized in Kadokawa’s Marukatsu Famicon, the 5-volume Madara represents the first collaboration between artist Tajima and writer Otsuka. Tajima recently garnered notoriety for his character design work on the animated segments of Quentin Tarantino’s Kill Bill Vol. 1.

Madara tells the story of an apprentice blacksmith in a rural village who gets by using artificial limbs created by his adoptive father. But when a chance encounter with the demon Moki reveals Madara’s true destiny, he’s catapulted into a mythic quest!

His real father, the evil despot Miroku, feared long ago that Madara was destined to kill him and rule in his place. After Madara was born with tremendous powers, his body was cut up, and the parts divided amongst eight evil generals. Now Madara, with the help of a band of freedom fighters and a magical sword, sets out to retrieve his body parts and defeat his brothers, who covet the throne. As he fights his way across the world, he contemplates the prophecy: How will he wrest control of the kingdom from his father and win the people their freedom?

On sale Oct 6 • 5" x 7.375" • B&W, 200 pg, $9.95 US • Mature Readers






HUMANOIDS

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Written by Alexandro Jodorowsky
Art and cover by Juan Gimenez

Follow Aghnar, the son of the first Metabaron, from his earliest battle against the psychic witches of the Shabda-Oud to his attempt to win the hand and heart of their target: Oda the Capricious. How can he hope to fulfill her demand for a perfect blue rose, when the last rose died 30,000 years ago?

On sale Oct 13 • 7.375" x 10.187" • 136 pg, FC, $14.95 US • Mature Readers



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Written by Milo Manara
Art and cover by Manara

This 128-page trade paperback presents two tales of Manara’s heroic traveler, including the brand-new “The Odyssey of Giuseppe Bergman” — that parallels the legendary voyage of Odysseus — and the bonus tale “Seeing the Stars Again,” in which a dying man asks Bergman to look after a beautiful young woman.

On sale Oct 27 • 7.375" x 10.187" • 128 pg, FC, $17.95 US • Mature Readers



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Written by Alexandro Jodorowsky
Art and cover by Georges Bess

Jodorowsky & Bess pull no punches in this tale of a modern-day gunslinger’s path through the darkest places in the human soul! Juan’s ascension from an orphan in the slums to the governor’s number one bodyguard will cost him his soul, and finding redemption may cost him his life.

On sale Oct 20 • 7.375" x 10.1875" • FC, 112 pg. $17.95 US Mature Readers






MAD

MAD MAGAZINE #447
Written and illustrated by The Usual Gang of Idiots

Halloween is upon us, and nothing is scarier than the grinning visage of our own Alfred E. Neuman! Although the new intern down the hall is pretty scary too. Don’t miss this laugh-a-minute issue!

On sale Oct 6 • 48 pg, FC/B&W, $3.50 US



MAD XL #30
Written and illustrated by The Usual Gang of Idiots

Another jam-packed issue of Mad XL, containing the Best of the Web, MAD Marginals XL, our featured Writer of the Month, more Readers’ Choice picks, and other fun features!

On sale Oct 13 • 96 pg, B&W, $4.99 US






VERTIGO

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Written by Brian Azzarello
Art by Eduardo Risso
Cover by Dave Johnson

Wylie Times has Mr. Shepard right where he wants him and isn’t about to let him go without a little punishment. But what made Shepard and his deadly apprentice decide to hit Naw’lins in the first place?

On sale Oct 13 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US • Mature Readers



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Co-plotted by Neil Gaiman & Si Spencer Written by Spencer
Art by Dean Ormston Cover by Frank Quitely

What's a peaceful trip to the English countryside among friends? That depends. When the not-so-popular Brewster makes the plans, who knows? An ancient stone circle has gone missing, and something horrible is in store for Tim and his mates.

On sale Oct 20 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US • Mature Readers



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Written by Bill Willingham
Art by Mark Buckingham & Steve Leialoha
Cover by James Jean

Part 1 of a new 4-part story, “The Year After.” It’s a family affair as Snow White goes into labor, and the magical nature of her pregnancy becomes an event that no one expected. The ever-proper Miss White is about to discover that having the Big Bad Wolf's baby is more than she'd ever bargained for…but the proud papa may be in for the biggest surprise of all. Plus, the results of the election for Fabletown’s new mayor are in…and the winner may surprise you!

On sale Oct 13 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US • MATURE READERS



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Written by Bill Willingham
Art by Mark Buckingham & Steve Leialoha,
Craig Hamilton & P. Craig Russell
Cover by James Jean

Bill Willingham’s runaway hit series Fables continues its success in this fourth trade paperback, collecting issues #19-21 and #23-27 (issue #22 will appear in a future collection) and featuring the rise of a new threat to Fabletown. Also included is the Prestige Format Special Fables: The Last Castle.

When Little Red Riding Hood suddenly walks through the gate between this world and the lost Fable Homelands, she’s welcomed as a miraculous survivor by nearly everyone — everyone except her old nemesis, Bigby Wolf, who smells spying and subversion more than survival. But will he be able to prove his case before disaster strikes? And how will it all affect Prince Charming's upstart campaign to become the new mayor of Fabletown?

On sale Oct 27 • 240 pg, FC, $17.95 US • Mature Readers



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Written by Mike Carey
Art by Leonardo Manco
Cover by Tim Bradstreet

Featuring new ongoing series artist Leonardo Manco! When a trio of thieves makes the mistake of stealing a rare and cursed magical artifact from John Constantine’s lock-up, they soon learn the hard way that they’ve nicked from the wrong bloke.

On sale Oct 27 • 32 pg, FC, $2.75 US • Mature Readers



HUMAN TARGET #15
Written by Peter Milligan
Art by Cliff Chiang
Cover by John Watkiss

Part 2 of the 3-part “The Second Coming.” The Church of the Second Coming is more than just a religion, it’s a pop culture phenomenon. But what happens when the man Chance is impersonating actually believes he’s the new messiah, with the power to heal the sick and raise the dead?

On sale Oct 20 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US • Mature Readers




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Written by Andy Diggle
Art and cover by Jock

Part 2 of the 4-part “The Pass,” featuring interlocking cover images. The year is 1998, and the Losers must attack an Afghan warlord’s fortress deep in the Khyber Pass. But their mysterious CIA handler Max is keeping the true nature of their mission hidden from them, and a lot more lives are at stake than they know... including their own.

On sale Oct 27 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US • Mature Readers



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Written by Hans Rodionoff & Keith Giffen
Art and cover by Enrique Breccia

A softcover edition of the acclaimed original hardcover graphic novel. When young Howard Phillips Lovecraft becomes the reluctant guardian of the Necronomicon, his life veers into strange territory. Lovecraft maintains a tenuous balance between reality and the bizarre nightmares of his “fictional” horror.

On sale Oct 27 • 144 pg, FC, $17.95 US • Mature Readers



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Written by Mike Carey
Art by Marc Hempel
Cover by Michael Wm. Kaluta

A special issue featuring guest artist Marc Hempel (Sandman). The growth of a new religion in Hell creates a major crisis for its rulers. If the religion’s prophet and teacher can be silenced, perhaps the flames of rebellion can be extinguished. But when the fallen cherub Gaudium shows up, is he on a mission from Lucifer, or up to some secret scheming?

On sale Oct 20 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US • Mature Readers



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Written by Mike Carey
Art by Sonny Liew & Marc Hempel
Cover by Hempel

A digest-sized, black-and-white trade paperback reprinting the 4-issue Vertigo miniseries from writer Mike Carey (Lucifer) and artists Sonny Liew and Marc Hempel, My Faith in Frankie tells the story of a girl who discovers that having your own personal deity isn’t all it’s cracked up to be — particularly when you’re trying to get a boyfriend and your god turns out to be jealous!

But as Frankie moves precariously into adulthood and her god Jeriven tries to win her back, sinister forces are at work that could spell disaster far beyond a broken heart, and Frankie and Jeriven will both have to do some fast growing-up if they’re going to survive. This collection also features sketchbook material from Liew and preview pages of Jill Thompson’s upcoming Vertigo title The Dead Boy Detectives, guest-starring Death and presented in the same black-and-white manga format as Death: At Death’s Door.

On sale Oct 13 • 5" x 7.375" • 112 pg, B&W, $6.95 US Mature Readers



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Written by Matt Wagner
Art by Guy Davis Cover by Gavin Wilson & Richard Bruning

A new printing of the handsome trade paperback at a special low price! This collection reprints Sandman Mystery Theatre #1-4, written by Matt Wagner with art by Guy Davis (Batman: Nevermore).

On sale Oct 6 • 112 pg, FC, $9.95 US • Mature Readers



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Written by Matt Wagner
Art by John Watkiss & R.G. Taylor
Cover by Gavin Wilson & Richard Bruning

Collecting the second and third story arcs (issues #5-12) from writer Matt Wagner's acclaimed reimagination of the original Golden Age Sandman, Sandman Mystery Theatre Vol. 2: The Face and the Brute finds the Sandman of 1939, Wesley Dodds, and his possible paramour (and narrator) Dian Belmont involved in a series of grisly murders in New York's Chinatown — murders that threaten to reignite the bad old days of the Tong Wars, when blood ran in the streets like water. Following the drama of "The Face," Wesley and Dian are confronted with corruption at the other end of the social scale in "The Brute," as they track down the trail of misery left by a man whose gross sensual appetites for lust and violence are rivaled only by his wealth.

On sale October 6 • 208 pg, FC, $19.95 US • Mature Readers



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Written by Will Pfeifer
Art and cover by Richard Corben
Acclaimed artist Richard Corben (Hellblazer) concludes his 2-part Swamp Thing stint in unforgettable fashion! The safari to bag a Swamp Thing takes a shocking twist when Alec’s true enemy reveals himself – and he’s more powerful than even Alec could have imagined. But that conflict pales when a reminder of Swamp Thing’s past seeks him out in the bayou.

On sale Oct 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US • Mature Readers



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Written by Grant Morrison
Art by Frank Quitely

Morrison and Quitely continue their unique “Westernized manga.” A cyborg dog, cat and rabbit tear through everything the military turns against them, only to come face-to-face with a teeming wave of frenzied, cyber-enhanced rats. And in a bloody battle already filled with considerable cost, the three will make an unforgivable mistake of fatal consequence…

On sale Oct 27 • 2 of 3 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US • Mature Readers



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Written by Jonathan Vankin
Art by Mark Buckingham
Cover by Tara McPherson

Special Halloween issue featuring guest art by Mark Buckingham (Fables)! Decades ago, 10-year-old witch Elsa Grimston learned the meaning of horror on Halloween night, when an evening of fun trick-or-treating went terribly wrong. This Halloween, the terrifying tragedy in Elsa’s past catches up to her…

On sale Oct 27 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US • Mature Readers



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Written by Brian K. Vaughan
Art by Pia Guerra & José Marzan, Jr.
Cover by Massimo Carnevale

Part 1 of the 5-part “Ring of Truth.” At long last, Yorick, 355 and Dr. Mann make their way to San Francisco to find out what caused the plague. But Yorick’s unbalanced sister Hero and the mysterious Setauket Ring have also made their way west — and they all have their sights set on the last man on earth!

On sale Oct 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US • Mature Readers






WILDSTORM

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Written by Kurt Busiek
Art by Brent Anderson & Ben Oliver, George Pérez, Carlos Pacheco, Dave Gibbons, Michael Golden,
Jason Pearson, and various
Cover by Alex Ross

Planning a getaway this holiday season? Searching for a new or exotic locale to take the family? Look no further than Astro City!

Everything you need to know about the city and its many special places and faces is in one handy volume: Astro City: A Visitor’s Guide! This cleverly designed guide features all the info you need about Astro City: neighborhood guides, restaurant recommendations, highlights, local interests, ads for local businesses, and even a guide to the who's-who of the hero elite, illustrated by such fan-favorite artists as George Pérez, Carlos Pacheco, Dave Gibbons, Michael Golden, Jason Pearson and more! Plus, a special treat for all potential visitors: an all-new 8-page story illustrated by Brent Anderson & Ben Oliver!

On sale Oct 13 • 48 pg, FC, $5.95 US Edited by Ben Abernathy



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Written by Garth Ennis
Art and cover by Glenn Fabry

The clock is ticking for our heroes as the Rakulai stand poised to destroy the Earth! The only problem for Kev and the boys: an army of zombies and a severed head with immense power! The senses-shattering conclusion of the hilarious hit miniseries!

On sale Oct 13 • 4 of 4 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US • Mature Readers



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Written by Ed Brubaker
Art and cover by Dustin Nguyen
& Richard Friend
Cover by Nguyen

They’ve saved Earth from annihilation over and over again. Now they want to rule the world…

Four-time Eisner-nominated writer Ed Brubaker (Sleeper, Gotham Central) and fan-favorite artists Dustin Nguyen and Richard Friend (Batman, Wildcats Version 3.0) bring their unique vision to one of comics’ most controversial titles: The Authority! “Come the Revolution” is the first part of a massive 12-issue arc that will shake the team to its very core and send shock waves through the WildStorm Universe.

Following the dramatic events of Coup D’Etat, the Authority has settled into its role as governing body of the United States. The other major world powers have adjusted to the regime change and are slowly coming to terms with the meaning it has for the future. But many Americans are unhappy to lose their inalienable rights. Can a second American Revolution be far behind?

On sale Oct 27 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US • MATURE READERS Edited by Ben Abernathy



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Written by Ed Brubaker, Joe Casey, Robbie Morrison and Micah Wright
Art by Jim Lee, Carlos D'Anda, Alé Garza, Whilce Portacio, and various
Cover by Lee

Tao has tricked the U.S. government into committing an interdimensional atrocity, and only the Authority can save the planet!

The crossover event that brought the Eye of the Storm universe to its knees is now available as a trade paperback that collects Coup D’état: The Authority, Coup D’état: Stormwatch, Coup D’état: Wildcats and Coup D’état: Sleeper. As an added bonus, this 112-page volume also includes pinups that appeared in Coup D’état: Afterword.

When The Authority decides to take control of the situation — and the world — their actions send out shock waves that shake the foundation of the Eye of the Storm universe. Can Stormwatch: Team Achilles and the Wildcats coexist with the Authority under the new status quo?

On sale Oct 20 • 112 pg, FC, $12.95 US • MATURE READERS



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Written by Brian K. Vaughan
Art by Tony Harris & Tom Feister
Cover by Harris

The thrilling finale of "State of Emergency!" In order to stop the killer from terrorizing his city, Mayor Hundred must leave the safety of City Hall to personally confront someone from his past life…and once again don the mantle of the super-heroic “Great Machine!"

On sale Oct 13 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US • Mature Readers



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Written by Warren Ellis
Art by Chris Sprouse & Karl Story
Cover by Michael Golden

Warren Ellis returns with a universe-spanning science fiction tale! The 6-issue miniseries Ocean is a fast-paced science-fiction story with brains, attitude and style told by fan-favorite writer Warren Ellis (Orbiter, Transmetropolitan) with stunning art by Chris Sprouse & Karl Story (Tom Strong) and covers by Michael Golden (Stormwatch: Team Achilles)!

Beyond the inner planets lie the gaseous giants, Jupiter being the largest of all. Orbiting Jupiter is the moon Europa, a hard orb floating in frigid space. Lying beneath Europa's half-mile-thick mantle of shear ice is an ocean, the only one in the solar system that’s not on Earth. And within those cold waters could rest the key to life on Earth — and quite possibly its extinction!

On sale Oct 20 • 1 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US Edited by Scott Dunbier



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Written by Warren Ellis
Art and cover by John Cassaday

The acclaimed series continues! Greenwich Village, New York City; the hub of the world. Elijah Snow has come here to take a trip through inner universes, looking for the invisible forces that hold us all together, for a way to defeat the three remaining members of the Four.

On sale Oct 27 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US



<a href="http://www.comixfan.com/xfan/images/previews/dc/1004/TheRazorsEdgeWarblade1.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.comixfan.com/xfan/images/previews/dc/1004/TheRazorsEdgeWarblade1t.jpg" align=right alt="The Razor’s Edge: Warblade #1 preview"></a>THE RAZOR’S EDGE: WARBLADE #1
Written by John Ridley
Art and cover by Simon Bisley

A new era in the WildStorm Universe begins as The Razor’s Edge debuts! This new monthly series features story arcs written and illustrated by some of comics’ hottest talent, spotlighting WildStorm characters both familiar and new!

Following his comics debut with The Authority: Human on the Inside original hardcover graphic novel, acclaimed novelist and screenwriter John Ridley (Three Kings) teams up with international superstar Simon Bisley (Lobo) for a brutal 5-issue story featuring Warblade, from the original incarnation of Jim Lee’s W.I.L.D.Cats!

After his bloody showdown with the infamous Sarajevo in WILDCATS Vol. 2 #7, Warblade takes a harsh journey of realization that turns deadly, since the former super-hero isn’t welcome in a land razed by war and run by organized crime!

On sale Oct 27 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US • MATURE READERS Edited by Ben Abernathy



<a href="http://www.comixfan.com/xfan/images/previews/dc/1004/SleeperSeasonTwo5.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.comixfan.com/xfan/images/previews/dc/1004/SleeperSeasonTwo5t.jpg" align=left alt="Sleeper: Season Two #5 preview"></a>SLEEPER: SEASON TWO #5
Written by Ed Brubaker
Art and cover by Sean Phillips

Tao and Lynch first crossed paths eight years ago. What happened then that solidified the animosity between these two master manipulators? Find out in this harrowing, edge-of-your-seat tale!

On sale Oct 27 • 5 of 12 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US • Mature Readers




<a href="http://www.comixfan.com/xfan/images/previews/dc/1004/ThundercatsEnemysPride5.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.comixfan.com/xfan/images/previews/dc/1004/ThundercatsEnemysPride5t.jpg" align=right alt="Thundercats: Enemy’s Pride #5 preview"></a>THUNDERCATS: ENEMY’S PRIDE #5
Written by John Layman
Art and cover by Joe Vriens, Sacha Heilig, & Roberto Campus

The thrilling miniseries concludes with the battle to end all battles! What action will Wilykat take against his old friends? And who holds the key to stopping the Thunderguard and its power-mad leader? Could it really be…Snarf to the rescue?

On sale Oct 6 • 5 of 5 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US






DC DIRECT

<a href="http://www.comixfan.com/xfan/images/previews/dc/1004/BatmanBlack&WhiteStatue.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.comixfan.com/xfan/images/previews/dc/1004/BatmanBlack&WhiteStatuet.jpg" align=left alt="Batman: Black & White Series Original Mini-Statue preview"></a>BATMAN: BLACK & WHITE SERIES ORIGINAL MINI-STATUE
Designed by Eduardo Risso
Sculpted by Tony Cipriano

This first-in-a-series statue is designed by Eduardo Risso, best known for his work on 100 Bullets and Batman! The true essence of a complex hero is captured in this black-and-white sculpture inspired by Batman: Black & White the miniseries of short stories by some of the top award-winning talent in the industry, showcasing noir-flavored tales of the Dark Knight.

This limited-edition miniature statue measures approximately 6.75" tall, painted in a monochromatic black-and-white style just like the comic, and features a logo base. This statue is packaged in a black-and-white box featuring spot color.

Advance-solicited; on sale Feb 16 • Mini-Statue • $45.00 US



<a href="http://www.comixfan.com/xfan/images/previews/dc/1004/CatwomanNineLivesofaFelineFatalePoster.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.comixfan.com/xfan/images/previews/dc/1004/CatwomanNineLivesofaFelineFatalePostert.jpg" align=right alt="Catwoman: Nine Lives of a Feline Fatale Poster preview"></a>CATWOMAN: NINE LIVES OF A FELINE FATALE POSTER
Art by Brian Bolland

Through the years, Catwoman has adopted many costumes — now, thanks to the stunning art of Brian Bolland, her sexy look can jazz up your walls! This beautifully illustrated poster — the cover of the trade paperback of the same name — measures 24" x 36" and is the latest poster in the Bolland series!

Advance-solicited; on sale Feb 23 • Poster • $7.95 US



<a href="http://www.comixfan.com/xfan/images/previews/dc/1004/DCComicsClassicAnimationSuperman.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.comixfan.com/xfan/images/previews/dc/1004/DCComicsClassicAnimationSupermant.jpg" align=left alt="DC Comics Classic Animation Maquette Series: Superman the Animated Series: Superman preview"></a>DC COMICS CLASSIC ANIMATION MAQUETTE SERIES: SUPERMAN THE ANIMATED SERIES: SUPERMAN
Sculpted by John G. Mathews

The landmark Superman: The Animated Series developed a bold new style for the Man of Steel. Now, that instantly recognizable design has been created as a beautifully sculpted maquette!

This limited-edition, hand-painted cold-cast porcelain maquette measures approximately 9.25" tall x 4" wide x 4.375" deep, includes a full-color Certificate of Authenticity and is packaged in a 4-color box.

Advance-solicited; on sale Feb 2 • Maquette • $89.95 US



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Art by Michael Turner

It’s the Fastest Man Alive, illustrated by one of the most popular artists in comics! Adorn your walls with this sizzling Michael Turner image of The Flash, originally published as the cover of issue #207 and measuring 24" x 36".

Advance-solicited; on sale Feb 23 • Poster • $7.95 US



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Designed by artist extraordinaire Alex Ross and brought alive in 3-D by master sculptor Tim Bruckner, this is sure to be the most sought-after line of DC characters figures ever! This figure features multiple points of articulation, includes a display base and is packaged in a 4-color window box.

Advance-solicited; on sale Feb 9 • Action Figure • 6.75" H • PI




<a href="http://www.comixfan.com/xfan/images/previews/dc/1004/JusticeLeagueAlexRoss.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.comixfan.com/xfan/images/previews/dc/1004/JusticeLeagueAlexRosst.jpg" align=right alt="Justice League (Alex Ross) Series 1: Sinestro, Cheetah, Bizarro, and The Flash Action Figures preview"></a>JUSTICE LEAGUE (ALEX ROSS) SERIES 1: SINESTRO ACTION FIGURE

The finest Justice League action figures to date! The Sinestro Action Figure features multiple points of articulation, includes a display base and a mega-rod accessory, and is packaged in a 4-color window box.

Advance-solicited; on sale Feb 9 • Action Figure • 7" H • PI


JUSTICE LEAGUE (ALEX ROSS) SERIES 1: CHEETAH ACTION FIGURE

Wonder Woman’s archnemesis measures approximately 6.125" tall in crouching position and stands 6.375", features multiple points of articulation, includes an articulated tail and a display base, and is packaged in a 4-color window box.

Advance-solicited; on sale Feb 9 • Action Figures • 6.375" H • PI


JUSTICE LEAGUE (ALEX ROSS) SERIES 1: BIZARRO ACTION FIGURE

Complete your collection of awesome Justice League hero and villain action figures! The Bizarro Action Figure features multiple points of articulation, includes a display base, and is packaged in a 4-color window box.

Advance-solicited; on sale Feb 9 • Action Figures • 6.75" H • PI


JUSTICE LEAGUE (ALEX ROSS) SERIES 1: THE FLASH ACTION FIGURE

The inaugural series of Justice League Alex Ross Action Figures feature a host of heroes and villains! The Flash Action Figure features multiple points of articulation, includes a display base, and is packaged in a 4-color window box.

Advance-solicited; on sale Feb 9
Action Figures • 6.5" H • PI



<a href="http://www.comixfan.com/xfan/images/previews/dc/1004/KingdomComeGreenLanternReplicaRingSet.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.comixfan.com/xfan/images/previews/dc/1004/KingdomComeGreenLanternReplicaRingSett.jpg" align=left alt="Kingdom Come Planet Krypton: Green Lantern Replica Ring Set preview"></a>KINGDOM COME PLANET KRYPTON: GREEN LANTERN REPLICA RING SET

The first item in the new line of Kingdom Come Planet Krypton gallery pieces!

This limited-edition set features five Power Ring replicas, one for each of the following Green Lanterns: Hal Jordan, Sinestro, Kyle Rayner, Alan Scott and Power Ring of the Crime Syndicate. Each ring is cast in fine pewter with colored (green and gold) oxylene coating. Two of the rings will have green stones inserted into the face, and one of the rings will have pearl-epoxy inserted into the face. All rings will be size 11, with each nestled in a black foam and packaged together in a silver-rimmed, hinged, satin-lined bengealine hunter green box including a black outer protective sleeve. This set also includes a full-color Certificate of Authenticity and is not designed to be worn.

Advance-solicited; on sale Feb 9 • Ring Set • $99.95 US






CHECKLIST

Release Date: October 6
Detective Comics #799 (War Games)
Devlin Waugh: Swimming in Blood TP
Hard Time TP
Justice League Unlimited #2
Looney Tunes #119
Mad Magazine #447
Madara Vol. 1
Majestic #3
The Monolith #9
Sandman Mystery Theater Vol. 1: The Tarantula TP
Sandman Mystery Theater Vol. 2: The Face and the Brute TP
Scratch #5
Superman: Man of Tomorrow Archives Vol. 1 HC
Swamp Thing #8
Teen Titans: Family Lost TP
Thundercats: Enemy's Pride #5
Y: The Last Man #27


Release Date: October 13
100 Bullets #54
Action Comics #820
Aquaman #23
Astro City: A Visitor's Guide
The Authority: More Kev #4
Batman: Hush Vol. 2 TP
Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight #184 (War Games)
Bloodhound #4
Challengers of the Unknown #5
Ex Machina #5
Fables #30
Fallen Angel #16
From Eroica with Love Vol. 1
Gotham Central #24 (War Games)
Green Arrow #43
Hard Time #9
Hawkman #33
Jimmy Olsen: Adventures by Jack Kirby Vol. 2 TP
JSA #66
Justice League Elite #4
Mad XL #30
The Metabarons Vol. 2: Aghnar & Oda TP
My Faith in Frankie TP
Nightwing #98 (War Games)
Scooby-Doo #89
Teen Titans Go! Digest Vol. 1: Truth, Justice, Pizza!
Teen Titans Go! Digest Vol. 2 : Heroes on Patrol!
Tom Strong #29


Release Date: October 20
Adventures of Superman #633
Arkham Asylum Anniversary Edition HC
Batgirl #57 (War Games)
Batman: Gotham Knights #58 (War Games)
The Batman Strikes! #2
The Books of Magick: Life During Wartime #4
Catwoman: When in Rome #2
Coup D'Etat TP
Firestorm #6 (Identity Crisis)
H-E-R-O #21
Human Target #15
Identity Crisis #5 (Identity Crisis)
JSA: Savage Times TP
JSA: Strange Adventures #3
Land of the Blindfolded Vol. 1
Lucifer #55
Manhunter #3 (Identity Crisis)
Ocean #1
Plastic Man #11
The Powerpuff Girls #55
Red Razors TP
Robin #130 (War Games)
Son of the Gun TP
The Spirit Archives Vol. 15 HC
Superman/Batman #15
Superman: Birthright HC
Teen Titans #17
Terra Obscura Vol. 2 #3
Toe Tags featuring George Romero #1


Release Date: October 27
The Authority: Revolution #1
Adam Strange #2
Batman #633 (War Games)
Batman: As the Crow Flies TP
Batman: Detective No. 27 SC
Birds of Prey #75 (War Games)
Cartoon Network Block Party #2
Catwoman #36 (War Games)
Doom Patrol #5
Elfquest: The Grand Quest Vol. 5 TP
Elric: The Making of a Sorcerer #2
Fables: March of the Wooden Soldiers TP
The Flash #215 (Identity Crisis)
Golden Age Sandman Archives Vol. 1 HC
Green Lantern: Rebirth #1
Hellblazer #201
JLA #107
Kinetic #80
The Losers #17
Lovecraft SC
Milo Manara's Odysseys of Giuseppe Bergman TP
Outsiders #17
Planetary #21
The Razor's Edge: Warblade #1
Richard Dragon #6
Sleeper: Season Two #5
Solo #1
Superman #210
Teen Titans Go! #12
Tom Strong's Terrific Tales Vol. 1 HC
We3 #2
The Witching #5
Wonder Woman #209


Release Date: December 1
DC Comics Rarities Archives Vol. 1 HC


Release Date: December 15
Superman Archives Vol. 1 HC


Release Date: February 2
DC Comics Classic Animation Maquette Series: Superman the Animated Series: Superman


Release Date: February 9
Justice League (Alex Ross) Series 1: Bizarro Action Figure
Justice League (Alex Ross) Series 1: Cheetah Action Figure
Justice League (Alex Ross) Series 1: Sinestro Action Figure
Justice League (Alex Ross) Series 1: Superman Action Figure
Justice League (Alex Ross) Series 1: The Flash Action Figure
Kingdom Come Planet Krypton: Green Lantern Replica Ring Set


Release Date: February 16
Batman: Black & White Series Original Mini-Statue


Release Date: February 23
Catwoman: Nine Lives of a Feline Fatale Poster
The Flash #207 Poster



Pre-order any of these items online now at X-World Comics and save! (http://x-worldcomics.com/yourvirtualstore/shopdisplayproducts.asp?id=306)

[Zachary J. Morrison]

Cool cover previews. I like the covers to Doom Patrol #5 and Green Lantern: Rebirth #1.

CHECKLIST

ON SALE 10/13
Batman: Hush Vol. 2 TP :yes:
Justice League Elite #4

ON SALE 10/20
Identity Crisis #5 (Identity Crisis) (two copies)
Superman/Batman #15 (maybe)
Superman: Birthright HC

ON SALE 10/27
Birds of Prey #75 (War Games)
Doom Patrol #5
Green Lantern: Rebirth #1 (two copies)
Superman #210 (two copies)

[S. S.]

So each month of War Games is a different "Act?" Is that how it works?
That Catwoman trade with her different variations seems pretty interesting.

[Douglas Cuckler]

Release Date: October 6

Release Date: October 13
Hawkman #33
JSA #66
Justice League Elite #4
Nightwing #98 (War Games)

Release Date: October 20
Batgirl #57 (War Games)
Catwoman: When in Rome #2
Identity Crisis #5 (Identity Crisis)
JSA: Strange Adventures #3
Robin #130 (War Games)
Teen Titans #17

Release Date: October 27
Batman #633 (War Games)
Birds of Prey #75 (War Games)
Doom Patrol #5
The Flash #215 (Identity Crisis)
JLA #107
Outsiders #17
Wonder Woman #209

* I'm still hesitant about collecting War Games.

*JLA 107 is the HIGHLIGHT of the Month for me. With Birds Of Prey #75 in close second. I Think I'm actually equally excited for both, and Teen Titans#17 looks pretty rockin as well.

[S. S.]

Woah! I didn't see Busiek on JLA at first! And it continues from JLA/Avengers! That's also the highlight for me too!

[Dylan McKay]

Release Date: October 6


Release Date: October 13
Astro City: A Visitor's Guide (Maybe)
Ex Machina #5
My Faith in Frankie TP (Maybe, but everyone else who didn't buy the individual issues NEEDS this. Amazing story.)

Release Date: October 20
Ocean #1(Maybe)

Release Date: October 27
The Authority: Revolution #1 (Maybe)
Birds of Prey #75 (War Games) (War games tie-in? Still getting it...)
Hellblazer #201
Sleeper: Season Two #5
The Witching #5 (Maybe, it is probably the next book I drop.)

[Eric Travis]

CHECKLIST

Release Date: October 6
Madara Vol. 1
The Monolith #9
Teen Titans: Family Lost TP

Release Date: October 13
Batman: Hush Vol. 2 TP
Ex Machina #5
Fallen Angel #16
Teen Titans Go! Digest Vol. 1: Truth, Justice, Pizza!
Teen Titans Go! Digest Vol. 2 : Heroes on Patrol!

Release Date: October 20
Batman: Gotham Knights #58 (War Games)
Identity Crisis #5 (Identity Crisis)

Release Date: October 27
Doom Patrol #5
Outsiders #17
Teen Titans Go! #12

[DeadmanWade]

scratch, we3 , fables vol 3 and my faith in frankie trade

[Ken Boehm]

Ivan Reis, you disappoint me. Needing a fill-in six issues into your run? :(

JLA seems intriguing, but man, Garney's art just looks sloppy now.

JSA looks good though.

Flash really looks good.

I wonder what's on the covers to Superman and Identity Crisis that would make them not be shown in solicits? A dead Kyle maybe?

[Jordan T. Maxwell]

oh, i'm all about that Arkham Asylum hardcover! and looks like Wildstorm's still going to be going strong after the sad loss of Wildcats...the new Authority series looks so damn sweet! And new Planetary! i must have done something awfully nice in a past life...:)

[Al Harahap]

Originally posted by Ken Boehm
I wonder what's on the covers to Superman and Identity Crisis that would make them not be shown in solicits? A dead Kyle maybe?

Maybe IC itself, but Azarello's style seems more self-contained than to jump in on the IC bandwagon. But you never know. The Firestorm #6 IC tie-in cover hints at Firestorm Ronnie Raymond's death though...

[Alphabet Pet]

Sweet mother of pearl! Someone's actually following up on JLA/Avengers?! I'm going to have a hard time finding an excuse not to pick that up.

[snowman250]

A lot for me this month -

Release Date: October 6
Detective Comics #799 (War Games)
Thundercats: Enemy's Pride #5
Y: The Last Man #27

Release Date: October 13
Action Comics #820
Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight #184 (War Games)
Justice League Elite #4
Nightwing #98 (War Games)

Release Date: October 20
Adventures of Superman #633
Batgirl #57 (War Games)
Batman: Gotham Knights #58 (War Games)
Firestorm #6 (Identity Crisis)
Identity Crisis #5 (Identity Crisis)
Manhunter #3 (Identity Crisis)
Robin #130 (War Games)
Superman/Batman #15
Teen Titans #17

Release Date: October 27
Batman #633 (War Games)
Catwoman #36 (War Games)
The Flash #215 (Identity Crisis)
Green Lantern: Rebirth #1
JLA #107
Outsiders #17
Richard Dragon #6
Superman #210

I'm gonna be very poor!!

[Alex Guillen]

awsome previews especially with the gown up Teen Titans plus Batman War Games also wrapping up (I wonder who's behind it) and Superman sounds cool as Supes vs. Wonder Woman but no cover :(
HERO also siunds pretty cool, that's an interesting book as well as Fables and the return of Planetary.

[Prof_VonDiabolica]

All I'm getting is Astro City: A Visitor's Guide, and maybe Green Lantern: Rebirth #1, and JLA #107.

[Anthony Zisa]

Hmm. I'll be picking up BIRDS OF PREY, DOOM PATROL, GREEN ARROW, H-E-R-O, the HARD TIMES trade and #9, KINETIC, MANHUNTER, RED RAZORS, BOOKS OF MAGICK, FABLES, both SANDMAN MYSTERY THEATRE trades, WE3, THE WITCHING, and Y THE LAST MAN. I'm on the fence about both the MY FAITH IN FRANKIE and MARCH OF THE WOODEN SOLDIERS trades. I'll have to see what the discount my internet service offers on both is before I decide. I'll throw in STORYBOOK LOVE if I pick up MARCH OF THE WOODEN SOLDIERS.

--acz

[Tan K.]

JLA with a tie in from JLA/Avengers!!! A definite.

[Anand Khatri]

Wow. Lots of great stuff. Hope I have enough $$$.

[Jonathan L. Switzer]

Great googly moogly, there's a lot that looks tempting for October. Let's see what I can narrow it down to so as not to be a poor, poor man ...

Release Date: October 6
Hard Time TP
Madara Vol. 1

Release Date: October 13
From Eroica with Love Vol. 1 (man, I cannot get enough of that vintagey shojo style ...)
Green Arrow #43

Release Date: October 20
Identity Crisis #5
JSA: Savage Times TP
Superman: Birthright HC (maybe now, or maybe I'll wait for the softcover ...)

Release Date: October 27
Adam Strange #2

[Cannonball1138]

CHECKLIST

Release Date: October 6
Y: The Last Man #27

Release Date: October 13
Ex Machina #5
Justice League Elite #4

Release Date: October 20
Identity Crisis #5 (Identity Crisis)
Superman/Batman #15

Release Date: October 27
JLA #107
We3 #2

I want JLA #107 NOW. :(

[xgene]

Might have to get JLA. About time the War Games story is over IMHO. Hopefully there will be a trade so I can get the story, as it's too expensive to buy all the titles involved.

[Cyclopian Visions]

Still debating on whether or not to pick up War Games

Release Date: October 13
Fables #30
Nightwing #98 (War Games)

Release Date: October 20
Identity Crisis #5 (Identity Crisis)
Superman/Batman #15
Teen Titans #17

Release Date: October 27
The Flash #215 (Identity Crisis)
Outsiders #17
Planetary #21
Superman #210

[Dylan McKay]

Don't, fight the powers on the great crossover debacle. Don't encourage them when they rip creative control from the creators to milk fans of their money.

[raul grau]

Definitely...
Gotham Central
Fallen Angel
Identity Crisis
Manhunter
Books of Magic
Ex Machina
Ocean (interstellar fare from Ellis, can't wait)

Maybe...
Batman: Hush Vol. 2 TP
Adam Strange
Firestorm
Flash (silly IC tie-ins)
Green Lantern: Rebirth (I must admit, I miss Hal)
JSA: Strange Adventures
Solo (very tempting)
Lovecraft SC (mmmm... Giffen)
Astro City: A Visitor's Guide

Out of the new titles, Ocean definitely has me the most excited. I'm still riding an Orbiter high after all. :)

- Raul

[HavokThePowerful]

CHECKLIST

Release Date: October 6

Teen Titans: Family Lost TP

Release Date: October 20

Identity Crisis #5 (Identity Crisis)
Superman/Batman #15
Teen Titans #17


Release Date: October 27

The Flash #215 (Identity Crisis)
Green Lantern: Rebirth #1
Superman #210

[Johnny_Tsui]

omg looks like war games will never stop...

hopefully it a good story arc
green lanten looks great too

[captainmarveljr]

Wow some amazing stuff! I'd be all over the Arkham Asylum Anniversary Edition if I didn't have the original HC(and if it wasn't so pricey). JLA looks tempting(for once), but the art isn't my thing and I'm not sure I'd be able to follow it(with the JLA/Avengers tie-in). Anyway this is what I'm getting:

Release Date: October 6
Nothing, DC really need to put some hard hitters this week, its a bit dull.

Release Date: October 13

Aquaman #23- the only Aquaman I have ever read & liked.
Ex Machina #5- This book is to good to miss, I'm actually dissapointed in the people who aren't reading it.
Gotham Central #24
JSA #66

Release Date: October 20

The Books of Magick: Life During Wartime #4- I'll get this depending on the 1st issue.
Human Target #15- Another book I'm dissapointed not to see on a lot of people's list, this is one of the best.
Identity Crisis #5
Ocean #1- This looks to be awesome, my favourite writer with Chris Sprouse!
Plastic Man #11- Funniest book around.
Teen Titans #17

Release Date: October 27

The Authority: Revolution #1- I've been waiting ages for this and now its finally here, Ed Brubaker Authority!
Adam Strange #2
The Flash #215
Green Lantern: Rebirth #1
Planetary #21- Another issue of my favourite current series.
Superman #210
We3 #2- Words cannot describe how excited I am about this series.

I'll also be buying Superman/Batman for the amazing Pacheo art.

Max.

[OptionZero]

NOT BUYING FABLES?

you should be shot

[James Groves]

Looks a crackin month - Vertigo & Wildstorm especially strong

CHECKLIST

Release Date: October 6

Detective Comics #799 (War Games)
The Monolith #9
Sandman Mystery Theater Vol. 1: The Tarantula TP
Sandman Mystery Theater Vol. 2: The Face and the Brute TP
Scratch #5
Swamp Thing #8
Y: The Last Man #27


Release Date: October 13
100 Bullets #54
Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight #184 (War Games)
Ex Machina #5
Fables #30
Fallen Angel #16
Gotham Central #24 (War Games)
Green Arrow #43
Hard Time #9
JSA #66
My Faith in Frankie TP
Nightwing #98 (War Games)


Release Date: October 20
Arkham Asylum Anniversary Edition HC
Batgirl #57 (War Games)
Batman: Gotham Knights #58 (War Games)
The Books of Magick: Life During Wartime #4
Human Target #15
Identity Crisis #5 (Identity Crisis)
Ocean #1
Robin #130 (War Games)
Superman/Batman #15


Release Date: October 27
The Authority: Revolution #1
Batman #633 (War Games)
Birds of Prey #75 (War Games)
Catwoman #36 (War Games)
Doom Patrol #5
Fables: March of the Wooden Soldiers TP
The Flash #215 (Identity Crisis)
Golden Age Sandman Archives Vol. 1 HC
Green Lantern: Rebirth #1
JLA #107
The Losers #17
Planetary #21
Sleeper: Season Two #5
Superman #210
We3 #2
The Witching #5

may have missed a couple out, but all in all a great month. Perhaps a few more vertigo titles if ive got the cash.

[Gat0r-ManX]

catwoman: when in rome sounds very promising... I really like that cover. Getti