Written by MARC GUGGENHEIM
Pencils & Cover by JOHN ROMITA JR.
CHARACTER ASSASSINATION BEGINS!
The climax to the last year’s worth of Spider-man stories starts with a bang as questions are answered and Spidey’s new world is rocked to its core.
Who’s the person terrorizing people as Menace? Who’s behind the Spider-Tracer Killings? Who’s going to be the Mayor of New York City? After more than 365 (Brand New) Days, Marc Guggenheim and John Romita Jr. have all the answers in the first chapter of “Character Assassination” — a story over a year in the making!
32 PGS./Rated A …$2.99
Grey: Character Assassination: Can there be any better title for Spider-Man these days?
Glazer: The title is great, yet the title itself doesn’t do a lot for me. I, for one, grew up with a married Spider-man. The Brand New Day stuff has been fine, but its been “new stories with an old time feel.” I got that the way I wanted from Ultimate Spidey and all this does is change the Spidey I grew up with to be a bad joke. None of the cliffhangers constantly thrown at us have changed that, and I’ll certainly be skipping this book, where mysteries that don’t matter to me are resolved.
Logan: A year in the making, and nothing eye catching enough to make it worth coming back to for old fans? Well at least Romita Art is still good…
Proto: I still despise the very thought of a mainstream Spider-Man book because of this garbage.
Written by ED BRUBAKER
Pencils & Cover by STEVE EPTING
70th Anniversary Variant Cover by MARKO DJURDJEVIC
Eisner-Winning artist Steve Epting returns as the New Captain America comes face-to-face with an old ally — Prince Namor — on a dangerous trip to China. Can Bucky and Namor team up to save the memory of an old comrade-in-arms as Cold War crimes come back to haunt the Winter Soldier? Part 1 (of 3).
32 PGS./Rated T+ …$2.99
Logan: I keep hearing good things about the New Captain America, but still not enough reason to pick it up. Ah well, maybe someday.
Written by CHRIS CLAREMONT
Penciled by SCOTT CLARK
Cover by DAVID YARDIN
You’re Colossus, the steel-skinned X-Man who can dish out some serious hurt. So when Wolverine wants to take you down a peg or two, who’s he gonna call? If you’re thinking mean and green, you’re on the right track…
Join X-Legend Chris Claremont for a tutorial in pain you won’t forget! Plus: a classic Claremont tale!
48 pgs/One-Shot/Rated A …$3.99
Logan: Hey finally another crossover that will be quickly forgeten….hurray? Wait, don’t Wolverine, and Hulk hate each other…whoops. Too bad Wolverine isn’t friends with any Avengers…whoops. Okay how about someone Anti-Russian…ah right…Canadian Secret Serivice…nevermind. Seriously the guy has better contacts then Hulk that make more sense.
Written by RICK REMENDER
Penciled by JEROME OPENA
50/50 Covers by MIKE MCKONE
“LIVING IN DARKNESS,” Part 1
The fight against the “Dark Reign” begins as the duty of chronicling Frank Castle’s war journal is passed to new regular team of writer Rick Remender (End League
One man with one bullet, in the right place, at the right time, can change the world. That’s why the Punisher is perched atop a building on the Jersey shore with a high-powered Skrull rifle, his crosshairs trained on a target in Midtown Manhattan. But who is his target — and why? One thing’s for sure: They’re anything but helpless. Someone is watching their back. Someone big. Enter: The Sentry!
48 PGS./Rated T+ …$3.99
Written by J. MICHAEL STRACZYNSKI, STAN LEE & CHRIS GIARRUSSO
Penciled by OLIVIER COIPEL, CHRIS GIARRUSSO & TBA
Wraparound Cover by OLIVIER COIPEL
Variant Wraparound Cover by MARKO DJURDJEVIC
Variant Cover by MARC SILVESTRI
The mighty God of Thunder hits a major milestone! Thor
goes back to its classic numbering for this issue #600 mega-event, and even Stan “The Man” Lee joins the party with an all-new story! J. Michael Straczynski and Olivier Coipel bring their widely acclaimed run to a major culmination! And Chris Giarrusso lays down an epic Mini Marvels Thor adventure!PLUS jaw-dropping wraparound covers by Olivier Coipel and Marko Djurdjevic! Miss this issue?! We say thee NAY!
104 PGS./Rated T+ …$4.99
Logan: Unsure how to take this. JMS is someone I’d rather not see bogged down with big name characters, but as long as there isn’t an editor looking over his shoulder, and rewriting his work after he turns it in, it should be fine. As for Stan…did they turn him down for Spider-man?Written by DAN ABNETT & ANDY LANNING
Penciled by PAUL PELLETIER & BONG DAZO
Cover by BRANDON PETERSON
It’s finally here… WAR OF KINGS! The Secret Invasion may be over, but the Inhumans are still reeling from the terrible wounds inflicted on them by the Skrulls. And this time, the Royal Family and their massively powered people have been pushed too far! You have never seen the Inhumans like this – and it’s only the beginning! Plus: How will the empire-expanding Vulcan react to these recent universe-shaking developments? Before this double-sized shocker is over, vengeance will be had, daring alliances will be forged, and the first shots in a destiny-changing battle will be fired! The acclaimed team of writers Dan Abnett & Andy Lanning (Annihilation: Conquest, Nova) and artist Paul Pelletier (Guardians of the Galaxy) unite to revamp heroes, reveal villains and rock the universe!
48 PGS./One-Shot/Rated T+ …$3.99
Written by DAN ABNETT & ANDY LANNING
Penciled by WELLINTON ALVES
Cover by ADI GRANOV
Richard Rider: Nova no more? With the new Nova Corps on Earth laying down the law, is there no longer a need for the Human Rocket? Plus: guest-stars Darkhawk and the original Quasar! Dan Abnett, Andy Lanning and Wellinton Alves hit you with the biggest twists yet in the latest jaw-dropping installment of what
Wizard calls “the best outer space soap opera since Star Wars!”32 PGS./Rated T+ …$2.99
Logan: Nova Corps on Earth? Reminds of the GL fallout of the 80s, and early 90s. Both lead to cool stories, and Ryder is practically Marvel’s Hal. Sounds interesting.Proto: What Grey said.
Written by KEVIN GREVIOUX
Penciled by REILLY BROWN
Cover by NIC KLEIN
FINAL ISSUE!
This is it. This is what it’s all led up to. In a future that’s everything he’s ever fought against, Night Thrasher has achieved his mission and been reunited with his brother, Dwayne. But at a cost. One that’s growing. And when that cost becomes too high, Donyell realizes he needs to take it upon himself to set things right. In this final issue of New Warriors
48 PGS./Rated T+ …$3.99
Logan: And the fat lady finally sings. Hopefully the decent characters move on to Inititive, Heroes for Hire, or something.
Proto: I REALLY liked this to start… then… yeah…
Grey: Bad Proto!
Written by WARREN ELLIS
Painted by CLIFF NIELSEN, TERESE NIELSEN & CHRIS MOELLER
Cover by CLIFF & TERESE NIELSEN
LOGO VARIANT ALSO AVAILABLE!
Marvel’s favorite pessimist looks through his darkest glass yet into a world where “marvel” is just another word for “horror.” Nuclear warfare, internment camps, government oppression, drug addiction, degradation, suicide… and those are just the ones we have words for. Have the men and women we know as heroes made the situation better or worse? Here’s a hint: In the Ruins, radiation only kills. Collecting Ruins #1-2
.80 PGS./One-Shot/Parental Advisory …$4.99
Written by CHRISTOS N. GAGE
Pencils & Cover by MARIO ALBERTI
We take you back to the days of grungy 90s as The X-Men and Spider-Man face off against Mr. Sinister and Carnage! But this Spidey isn’t Peter Parker–it’s Ben Reilly, the Spider-Clone! And Wolverine’s claws are made of bone, not adamantium! It’s radical… it’s extreme… and if we coulda put a chromium cover on it, we would have! Put down your pogs and pick this up if only to feast your eyes on Mario Alberti’s art! It’ll make you say “Cowabunga, dude!”
32 PGS./Rated A …$3.99
Logan: As much as I like Ben Reilly…Sinister, and Carnage is a horrible combo.
Written by MARK MILLAR
Pencils & Cover by JOHN ROMITA JR.
SOON TO BE A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE! Dave Lizewski has had better days. When he first pulled on the Super Hero suit, it was the thrill of a lifetime. Since then, he’s been banged-up, beaten, broken, bludgeoned, and all sorts of other b-words. He’s met a 9-year-old assassin and been on a super hero team-up. He’s watched people die and seen himself become an internet celebrity. But all that means nothing—compared to tonight. MARK MILLAR and JOHN ROMITA JR.’s foul-mouthed super hero saga continues!
32 PGS./Mature …$2.99
Written by MIKE CAREY
Penciled by SCOT EATON
Cover by LEE BERMEJO
“SALVAGE”
It’s the moment that X-Fans have been waiting for — Rogue makes her return to the X-Books. But while Xavier seeks out Rogue, who is searching for him? Hunter becomes hunted and friend becomes foe, in a story that will change your favorite Southern Belle forever. Part 1 (of 5).
32 PGS./Rated A …$2.99
Written by Scott Kolins & Geoff Johns
Art by Kolins
Cover by Shane Davis & Sandra Hope
The marsh monster stars in his first solo book ever! Who was the man who would be reborn as Solomon Grundy? Discover the secret history of the creature as his curse is explored and redefined in this one-shot special!
On sale January 7 • 32 pg, one shot, FC, $2.99 US
Logan: I’m about to the point where I think we should change the logo from DC to GJ. He’s been doing more work providing the backbone of the DC Universe then most editors would let most writers, and it’s been consistently good. Yes, I said Titans was good, even if out of character. Which definately makes for a more consistent universe.
Written by Grant Morrison
Art by Doug Mahnke & Christian Alamy
Covers by J.G. Jones and Mahnke
The dramatic finale to the epic, seven-part saga of the DC multiverse concludes with an apocalyptic battle for the soul of humanity that must be seen to be believed! Can the heroes of 52 Earths save the multiverse? And is the only way to save it, to change it forever?
Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers by J.G. Jones and Doug Mahnke that will ship in approximately 50/50 ratio. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.
On sale January 28 • 7 of 7 • 40 pg, FC, $3.99 US • FINAL ISSUE
Logan: Grant Morrison…Let’s just move on. I find it easier to ignore his work. Burn me once, burn me twice, burn me no more.Proto: I haven’t been following Final Crisi at all, if I hear good things, I’ll get the trade.
Written by Sean McKeever
Art and cover by Joe Bennett & Jack Jadson
The hidden champion of the Dark Side club is revealed – Milestone’s own Static, in his shocking introduction to the modern DC Universe! Since proving too powerful for the confines of the Club, Static has been kept under lock, key and heavy sedation in its basement cells. Now he’s unleashed against Ravager as her ultimate test!
On sale January 7 • 4 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Logan: Welcome back Static…just hope it isn’t your last showing. Though I hope your creator is looking for you, and takes notice.
Proto: I… almost want this…
Written by Dan Jurgens & Ron Marz
Art by Carlos Magno & Julio Ferreira and Andie Tong & Mark McKenna
Cover by Ivan Reis & Joe Prado
In this penultimate issue, the Justice League of America is defeated as Tangent Superman has conquered the DC Universe by setting the Ultra-Humanite loose on the populace. Is anyone left to challenge the Tangent Man of Telekinesis? Or has the mad dictator truly won?
On sale January 21 • 11 of 12 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Logan: At least Ron Marz is still finding work. Tangent was interesting, and different universe to visit, and while I like the variety…more Supermen is never the answer.Proto: Penultimate is a big word.
Written by Peter J. Tomasi
Art and cover by Adam Kubert & John Dell
Variant cover by Kubert
Spinning out of “Batman R.I.P.” and DC Universe: Last Will and Testament, this special features the birth of a new era for the Outsiders and is a perfect entry point for past and present readers alike. Final Crisis has changed the universe forever and though Batman may be gone, his legacy must endure. Forces are set in motion that give rise to a new team ready to combat the secret evil that the Outsiders were truly formed for all those years ago. Is Geo-Force the best leader? Or will Black Lightning prove to be a challenger? Plus, the introduction of a never-before-seen character important to the Batman mythos!
Writer Peter J. Tomasi (Green Lantern Corps, Nightwing) is joined by Adam Kubert (DC Universe: Last Will and Testament) for this extra-length one-shot spectacular, which is the opening chapter of an epic storyline that will continue within the pages of February’s
The Outsiders #15!
Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. For every 10 copies of the Standard Edition (with a cover by Adam Kubert & John Dell), retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition (with a cover by Adam Kubert). Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.
On sale January 21 • 40 pg, FC, $3.99 US
Logan: Never before seen contridicts important to the Batman Mythos. I can understand hyping a new character, but after a certain point it get’s old. Batman has so many characters feeding off his name at this point it’s a joke.
Written by Peter J. Tomasi
Art by Patrick Gleason & Rebecca Buchman
Cover by Gleason & Sandra Hope
A “Faces of Evil” issue! The stunning “Sins of the Star Sapphire” storyline concludes with Kyle Rayner battling Kryb for the soul of Lantern Amnee Pree’s baby. Plus, Mongul begins his conquest of a world and a takeover of the Sinestro Corps. What world is at stake and which Lanterns will attempt to stand in his murderous way?
On sale January 14 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Proto: Must… get… caught… up…
Written by Marc Andreyko
Art by Michael Gaydos
Cover by Brad Walker & Livesay
In this final issue, Manhunter fights metahuman terrorists while Kate Spencer prepares for the most heart-wrenching case of her legal career! Battle lines are drawn in the Super Hero community when long-buried personal secrets are revealed!
On sale January 14 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • FINAL ISSUE
Logan: Damn, another great title dies, and no Beetle must live! This I command!
Written by Ivan Brandon
Art by Jesus Meriño
Cover by Andrew Robinson
Who is Kobra? After his death, Kobra’s terrorist organization has been in disarray, with different factions and false leaders vying for control. Now a new figure has infiltrated the Kobra Cult and started systematically destroying its powerbase. But who is this new player? Is it the original Kobra reborn – or something far more sinister?
On sale January 28 • 32 pg, one shot, FC, $2.99 US
Written by Gail Simone
Art by Nicola Scott & Doug Hazlewood
Cover by Andrew Robinson
A “Faces of Evil” issue! The tattered remnants of the Six continue their run through the gauntlet of DCU heroes and villains on their race to get their precious (and deadly) cargo to Gotham City. The secret of the mysterious Junior is revealed, and a betrayal from within may spell death for the rest of the team! Also, has a former member returned?
On sale January 7 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Logan: I’ve enjoyed Gail Simone, and her work with this team book. I can see no wrong.
Proto: Jeez… another book that I HAVE to get caught up on.
Written by Paul Dini
Art by Dustin Nguyen & Derek Fridolfs
Cover by Andrew Robinson
A “Faces of Evil” issue starring Hush! Following the events of “Heart of Hush,” this two-part story starts here and ends in the pages of this month’s Batman #685
. Catwoman has a score to settle with Hush after their most recent encounter, but Hush isn’t likely to take any attacks quietly. Will anyone be able to temper Selina’s rage, or will she become a face of evil again?And be sure to check out part two of this story on page 72!
On sale January 7 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
BATMAN #685
Written by Paul Dini
Art by Dustin Nguyen & Derek Fridolfs
Cover by Alex Ross
A “Faces of Evil” issue starring Catwoman! Continuing from this month’s Detective Comics #852
, Selina Kyle’s path of vengeance against Hush knows no bounds! After confronting the man responsible for nearly destroying her life, Selina’s wrath propels her into a downward spiral. With Tommy Elliot almost certain to suffer dire consequences, could Catwoman’s humanity be next to perish?And be sure to check out part one of this story on page 77!
On sale January 28 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Logan: I really hope they make her evil again. Evil Catwoman just kicks ass.
Proto: ….why are none of the Batman books mentioning Batman? Did I miss something important? God I need to get back into comics hardcore again.
Written by David Hine
Art by Doug Braithwaite & Bill Reinhold
Cover by Braithwaite
It’s Lantern vs. Lantern as Hal Jordan comes to blows with his bizarre alien counterpart! Back on Earth, Green Arrow struggles to save the children of Arcadia Orphanage from further horrific experimentation!
On sale January 21 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
GREEN LANTERN #38
Written by Geoff Johns
Art by Ivan Reis & Oclair Albert
Cover by Shane Davis & John Dell
A “Faces of Evil” issue! The War of Light ignites as the first bizarre battle with the Red Lanterns comes to a blood-fueled conclusion. But what unexpected fate has befallen Atrocitus, the leader of the Red Lanterns, and what new Green Lantern law is unveiled?
Plus, the Guardians of the Orange Light reveal themselves!
On sale January 28 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Written by Geoff Johns & Alex Ross
Art by Dale Eaglesham & Nathan Massengill
Cover by Ross
“Black Adam and Isis” part 1 and a “Faces of Evil” issue! The new Justice Society regroups just in time to face one of their greatest and most personal enemies – Black Adam! The sorcerer Felix Faust has imprisoned the soul of Isis, Black Adam’s deceased wife. But the Black Marvel just figured that out, and nothing will save Faust from his wrath — nothing except maybe the Justice Society of America. And everybody will be in for a surprise when they discover how Isis has changed since her death at the hands of the Four Horsemen. Will she be a friend to the world – or will she be its destruction?
On sale January 28 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Grey: I think I need to change my pants
Glazer: So, we have the sickly great Johns/Ross JSA, the amazing Kingdom Come, the coolest character, maybe ever, Black Adam………… I WANT THIS NOW!
Glazer: Haha fine fine we’ve been over this
Proto: Proto <3 Black Adam
Written by CHRISTOS N. GAGE
Pencils & Cover by HUMBERTO RAMOS
32 PGS./Rated T+ …$2.99
DEADPOOL #6
Written by DANIEL WAY
Penciled by PACO MEDINA
Cover by JASON PEARSON
32 PGS./Parental Advisory …$2.99
INVINCIBLE IRON MAN #9
Written by MATT FRACTION
Pencils & Cover by SALVADOR LARROCA
32 PGS./Rated A …$2.99
MIGHTY AVENGERS #21
Written by DAN SLOTT
Pencils & Cover by KHOI PHAM
32 PGS./Rated A …$2.99
MS. MARVEL #35
Written by BRIAN REED
Penciled by PATRICK OLLIFFE
Cover by STEPHANE ROUX
32 PGS./Rated T+ …$2.99
NEW AVENGERS #49
Written by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS
Pencils & Cover by BILLY TAN
32 PGS./Rated A …$2.99
THUNDERBOLTS #128
Written by ANDY DIGGLE
Penciled by ROBERTO DE LA TORRE
Cover by FRANCESCO “MATT” MATTINA
Variant Cover by CLINT LANGLEY
32 PGS./Rated T+ …$2.99
WAR MACHINE #2
Written by GREG PAK
Penciled by LEONARDO MANCO
Cover by FRANCESCO “MATT” MATTINA
32 PGS./Rated T+ …$2.99
MARVEL SPOTLIGHT: DARK REIGN
Written by JOHN RHETT THOMAS
Cover by ADI GRANOV
48 PGS./Rated T+ …$3.99
UNCANNY X-MEN ANNUAL #2Written by MATT FRACTION
Penciled by MITCH BREITWEISER
Cover by YANICK PAQUETTE
48 PGS./Rated T+ …$3.99
DARK AVENGERS #1
Written by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS
Pencils & Cover by MIKE DEODATO JR.
Variant Cover by MARKO DJURDJEVIC
48 PGS./Rated T+ …$3.99
Logan: Ugh…team shakeups…
Proto: Bad Marvel! BAD!
SPIDER-MAN NOIR #2 (of 4)
Written by DAVID HINE & FABRICE SAPOLSKY
Penciled by CARMINE DI GIANDOMENICO
Cover by PATRICK ZIRCHER
Variant Cover by DENNIS CALERO
With great power, come great responsibility… and a leather overcoat, and a revolver. It’s Spider-Man as you’ve never seen him before! Writers David Hine and Fabrice Sapolsky and artist Carmine Di Giandomenico descend into the seamy, trash-strewn underbelly of Depression-era New York, and soar to the bloated heights of corruption and greed, to tell the unfamiliar story of Peter Parker, a conscientious but powerless young man given the ability to take on the Goblin’s mob! Will the crusading photojournalist Ben Urich and the slinky femme fatale Felicia Hardy help him… or stick a knife in his back?
32 PGS./Rated T+ …$3.99
Logan: You know, I was thinking about this idea the other day. Didn’t even know they were doing it. Might be a fun read.
Proto: What a terrible idea! coughI’mgonnagetitcough
X-MEN NOIR #2 (of 4)
Written by FRED VAN LENTE
Pencils & Cover by DENNIS CALERO
Variant Cover by DENNIS CALERO
“Chief Detective Magnus had never seen Sebastian Shaw so angry before. The vein pulsating in the man’s forehead threatened to burst as he swept one arm around what remained of his looted Hellfire Club.
“‘Look at this!’ Shaw seethed. ‘Just look! They stole everything that wasn’t nailed down — and then they took the nails out of the rest of it and stole that, too!
“‘If you can’t catch these ‘X Men,’ Eric, I can just as easily shift my… support to someone who will…”
32 PGS./Parental Advisory …$3.99
Logan: Okay…bored now…Proto: *Whistles innocently*
AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #583
Written by MARK WAID
Pencils by BARRY KITSON
Cover by JOHN ROMITA SR.
YOU ASKED FOR IT, YOU GOT IT! PETER PARKER ON A DATE!
After the revelations of “Mind on Fire,” love is in the air for more than one member of the cast and Pete finally gets some time out with the ladies. (and who better to bring it to you than two men who both had dates as recently as 1987!)
Amidst the romance though, forces are gathering that will spell trouble for Peter in the months to come.
32 PGS./Rated A …$2.99
Logan: Oh sweet Marvel is taking requests. Okay, I’ll take a Cardiac spin-off book written by Millar, or Moore. What do you mean you’re going to put me on hold? Hey! Hanging up on me isn’t hold…
Written by DUANE SWIERCZYNSKI
Penciled by TRAVEL FOREMAN
Cover by PATRICK ZIRCHER
Iron Fist and the Immortal Weapons kick off another dimension-spanning adventure! Think you know everything there is to know about the Seven Capital Cities of Heaven? Well, maybe you do. But a couple of arcs ago we did tease there being an EIGHTH city… oh that’s right… Duane Swierczynski and Travel Foreman are taking it there!
32 PGS./Rated T+ …$2.99
Written by DUANE SWIERCZYNSKI
Pencils & Cover by ARIEL OLIVETTI
“WAITING FOR THE END OF THE WORLD,” CONCLUSION
In the present, Cyclops, Emma and Beast have been ambushed by Bishop and a nasty little surprise he’s smuggled into the X-Men HQ. Meanwhile, hundreds of years in the future, Cable realizes what the former X-Man has done to the planet — all in an effort to make sure Cable and the four-year-old mutant messiah never, ever return to the present. Once again, the rules of the hunt have been completely rewritten, and the future of mutantkind has never looked more uncertain.
32 PGS./Rated T+ …$2.99
