PREVIEWS #298 (VOL. XXIII #7, JUL13)
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PREVIEWS #300
SEPTEMBER 2013
COVER ART: The latest projects from DC Comics and Archaia Entertainment
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Dark Horse Comics
The Star Wars #1 (of 8)
J. W. Rinzler (W), Mike Mayhew (A), Rain Beredo (C), Brad Anderson (C), Nick Runge (Cover), Jan Duursema (Variant cover), and Doug Wheatley (Ultra variant cover)
On sale Sept 4
FC, 32 pages$3.99 Miniseries
Before Star Wars, there was The Star Wars! This is the authorized adaptation of George Lucas’s rough-draft screenplay of what would eventually become a motion picture that would change the world.
Annikin Starkiller is the hero . . . Luke Skywalker is a wizened Jedi general . . . Han Solo is a big green alien . . . and the Sith . . . Well, the Sith are still the bad guys. High adventure and derring-do from longer ago, in a galaxy even further away!
• Official adaptation of George Lucas’s original screenplay for Star Wars!
• Features regular, variant, and ultravariant covers!
STAR WARS #9
Brian Wood (W), Ryan Kelly (A), Dan Parsons (I), Gabe Eltaeb (C), and Hugh Fleming (Cover)
On sale Sept 11
FC, 32 pages$2.99 Ongoing
On her own, out in the wide galaxy, while her friends struggle to escape the Empire and evade bounty hunters, Princess Leia steers her X-wing toward the heart of all her grief—a place she longs for, but should probably never revisit: the shattered ruins of her homeworld of Alderaan.
• The homecoming you’ve waited 36 years to see!
• Legendary Star Wars cover artist Hugh Fleming returns!
• Brian Wood (The Massive, Conan) continues the best selling original trilogy tale!
STAR WARS: DARK TIMES—A SPARK REMAINS #3 (of 5)
Randy Stradley (W), Douglas Wheatley (A), Dan Jackson (C), and Benjamin Carré (Cover)
On sale Sept 18
FC, 32 pages$3.50 Miniseries
Darth Vader readies an assassin for Jedi hunting while scouring the galaxy for hidden prey. Elsewhere, the Uhumele’s crew plots to strike down the Dark Lord himself, but the revelation of their own life-or-death secrets threatens to unravel everything!
Star Wars: Darth Vader and the Ninth Assassin HC
Tim Siedell (W), Stephen Thompson (P), Iván Fernández (P), Mark Irwin (I), Denis Freitas (I), Drew Geraci (I), Michael Atiyeh (C), and Ariel Olivetti (Cover)
On sale Nov 27
FC, 128 pages$24.99
HC, 7” x 10”
A ninth assassin—more deadly than the eight who came before—has been hired to murder Darth Vader. Elsewhere, another threat to the Empire has made itself known, and will take Vader on a hunt for an ancient evil . . . All the while, the ninth assassin lurks, waiting for the perfect moment to strike! Collects the five-issue miniseries.
STAR WARS: LEGACY #7
Corinna Bechko (W), Gabriel Hardman (W), Brian Thies (A), Livio Ramondelli (Cover)
On sale Sept 25
FC, 32 pages$2.99 Ongoing
After a terrible vision of Empress Fel being struck down by a Sith, Ania Solo and Imperial Knight Jao ignore direct orders and set out in search of the murdering Sith. It’s the right thing to do . . . but it’s also scratching their itch for adventure!
Star Wars: Legacy Volume II Book 1—Prisoner of the Floating World TP
Corinna Bechko (W), Gabriel Hardman (W/A), Rachelle Rosenberg (C), and Dave Wilkins (Cover)
On sale Nov 20
FC, 144 pages $19.99
TP, 7” x 10”
Ania Solo is just a girl trying to make her way in the galaxy—and have a little adventure along the way! But when she stumbles upon a broken communications droid and a missing lightsaber, a little adventure turns into a whole lot of trouble . . . for Ania and her friends! Collects Star Wars: Legacy #1–#5—Prisoner of the Floating World.
The Fifth Beatle: The Brian Epstein Story HC
Vivek J. Tiwary (W), Andrew C. Robinson (A/C/Cover), and Kyle Baker (A/C)
On sale Nov 19
FC, 144 pages $19.99
HC, 8" x 12 3/16"
COLLECTOR’S EDITION HC
On sale Nov 19
FC, 168 pages $49.99
HC, 8" x 12 3/16"
LIMITED EDITION HC
On sale Nov 19
FC, 168 pages $99.99
HC, 8" x 12 3/16"
The Fifth Beatle is the untold true story of Brian Epstein, the visionary manager who discovered and guided the Beatles to unprecedented international stardom—yet died painfully lonely at the young age of thirty-two. More than merely the story of “The Man Who Made the Beatles,” The Fifth Beatle is an uplifting, tragic, and ultimately inspirational human story about the desire to leave behind a legacy, amidst the struggle to overcome crushing personal obstacles and insurmountable odds.
• Features a special section paying homage to the 1960s Beatles cartoons, lovingly drawn by multiple Eisner and Harvey Award-winning cartoonist Kyle Baker (Why I Hate Saturn, Plastic Man, Nat Turner).
• Collector’s edition features a textured cover and a section of bonus material, and Beatles memorabilia.
• The limited-edition hardcover features a gorgeous slipcase design, bonus material, and will be signed by the creative team.
MASS EFFECT: FOUNDATION #3
Mac Walters (W), Tony Parker (A), Michael Atiyeh (C), and Benjamin Carré (Cover)
On sale Sept 25
FC, 32 pages$3.99 Ongoing
The loss of the human colony Eden Prime was the first in a series of catastrophes to mark the return of the Reapers—a race of sentient AI that would threaten all life in the galaxy. Now, in her own words, Gunnery Chief Ashley Williams reveals what she saw.
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Akaneiro HC
Justin Aclin (W), Vasilis Lolos (A), Michael Atiyeh (C), and Shu Yan (Cover)
On sale Nov 6
FC, 72 pages $14.99
HC, 7" x 10"
From the brilliant imagination of video game auteur American McGee comes a dazzling reenvisioning of Red Riding Hood set in the wondrous world of Japanese folklore!
A young woman torn between two cultures takes on an epic adventure battling devious yokai for the fate of her world! Collects the three-issue miniseries.
HALO: INITIATION #2 (of 3)
Brian Reed (W), Marco Castiello (A), Michael Atiyeh (C), and Paul Richards (Cover)
On sale Sept 11
FC, 32 pages$3.99 Miniseries
Halo — one of the most iconic video game franchises in history — comes to Dark Horse!
The UNSC Infinity, the UNSC’s newest and most sophisticated flagship, proves to be a tempting target for a group of insurgents. It’s up to Sarah Palmer and a bunch of rookie Spartans to defend Infinity, but are they up to the task?
Plants vs. Zombies: Lawnmageddon HC
Paul Tobin (W), Ron Chan (A/Cover), and Matthew J. Rainwater (C)
On sale Nov 6
FC, 80 pages $9.99
HC, 6” x 9”
The confusing-yet-brilliant inventor known only as Crazy Dave helps his niece, Patrice, and young adventurer Nate Timely fend off a “fun-dead” neighborhood invasion in Plants vs. Zombies: Lawnmageddon! Winner of over thirty “Game of the Year” awards, Plants vs. Zombies is now determined to shuffle onto all-ages bookshelves to tickle funny bones and thrill . . . brains.
• The first Plants vs. Zombies comic book!
• Collecting all Plants vs. Zombies digital comics into one nifty hardcover!
The Colossal Conan HC
Kurt Busiek (W), Timothy Truman (W), Mike Mignola (W), Cary Nord (A), Tomás Giorello (A), Thomas Yeates (A), Greg Ruth (A), Eric Powell (A), Rafael Kayanan (A), Paul Lee (A), Leinil Francis Yu (A), Joseph Linsner (A), Ladrönn (A), Tony Harris (A), Paul Lee (A), Dave Stewart (C), Richard Isanove (C), JD Mettler (C), Tony Shasteen (C), José Villarrubia (C), and Mark Schultz (Cover)
On sale Nov 13
FC, 1,264 pages$150.00
HC, 8” x 12”
Finally, a collection gigantic enough for Conan the Cimmerian himself! This truly massive tome collects Conan issues #0 through #50—from the definitive early work of Kurt Busiek and Cary Nord through the famous collaborations of Timothy Truman and Tomás Giorello. With an introduction from Busiek and an afterword from Truman, this is a must-have for any Robert E. Howard devotee!
KING CONAN: THE HOUR OF THE DRAGON #5 (of 6)
Timothy Truman (W), Tomás Giorello (P), José Villarrubia (C), and Gerald Parel (Cover)
On sale Sept 25
FC, 32 pages$3.50 Ongoing
Torn from his throne and on the run, Conan sneaks into his own occupied capital city and the ominous Iron Tower to rescue an innocent child from execution! Some very unlikely loyalists come to his aid against an army of traitorous guards, but Conan’s fight to regain his crown is far from over!
ROBERT E. HOWARD’S SAVAGE SWORD #7
Ian Edginton (W), Paul Tobin (W), Gary Chaloner (W/A), Richard Pace (A), Aaron McConnell (A), Moose Baumann (C), and Nic Klein (Cover)
On sale Nov 27
FC, 80 pages$7.99 Ongoing
This latest issue packs in the sword-swinging action! The treacherous origin story of swordswoman Dark Agnes concludes, while Pictish king Bran Mak Morn clashes with an ancient sorcerer in Men of the Shadows Part 3. Frontiersman Breckinridge Elkins gets a rather rude introduction to civilization, and, if that weren’t enough, we have a 41-page John Buscema swashbuckler featuring Valeria the she-pirate!
CONAN THE BARBARIAN #20
Brian Wood (W), Paul Azaceta (A), Dave Stewart (C), and Massimo Carnevale (Cover)
On sale Sept 18
FC, 32 pages$3.50 Ongoing
A twisted religious order targets the heathens Conan and Bêlit, who flee with a relic of immeasurable value. Mad warrior monks pursue the couple across a mazelike landscape, cutting off every avenue of escape. With no other options, Bêlit looks to the mysterious item, hoping to find some salvation within.
The Chronicles of Conan Volume 25: Exodus and Other Stories TP
Jim Owsley (W), Val Semeiks (P), John Buscema (P), Geof Isherwood (I), Ernie Chan (I), George Roussos (C), and Andy Kubert (Cover)
On sale Nov 6
FC, 224 pages $19.99
TP, 7" x 10"
Conan may be the only man with enough power to stem the tide of chaos in Koth after the king’s death but for one small detail—Conan killed the king! But Conan may have a bigger problem than restoring peace. The Devourer of Souls has returned, and he plans to take Conan’s! Collects Marvel’s Conan the Barbarian #190–#199.
Violent Cases HC
Neil Gaiman (W) and Dave McKean (A/Cover)
On sale Nov 13
FC, 64 pages $24.99
HC, 8 1/2” x 11 1/2”
In this exploration of the trappings of violence and the failings of memory, a narrator tells of his childhood encounters with a doctor who claims to have treated Al Capone. This collaboration between author Neil Gaiman and artist Dave McKean is offered in a hardcover format with an expanded art section.
• Introductions by Alan Moore, Paul Gravett, and Neil Gaiman!
• Includes all-new colors and material from McKean.
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KISS ME, SATAN #1 (of 5)
Victor Gischler (W), Juan Ferreyra (A/Variant cover), and Dave Johnson (Cover)
On sale Sept 18
FC, 32 pages$3.99 Miniseries
Cassian Steele is the boss of the werewolf mafia in the Big Easy, and he’s got a problem. The old witch Verona knows his secret and has gone into hiding. Cassian wants her dead. So he sends out the word: An open contract. The first monster to dust Verona gets a big payday. What no one realizes is that Barnabus Black, a demon desperately trying to regain his halo, is her protection.
• Featuring covers by Dave Johnson and Juan Ferreyra!
Baltimore: The Infernal Train #1 (of 3)
Mike Mignola (W), Christopher Golden (W), Ben Stenbeck (A/Cover), and Dave Stewart (C)
On sale Sept 4
FC, 32 pages$3.50 Miniseries
While Baltimore hides out in Budapest awaiting the arrival of the sadistic Judge Duvic, a strange woman shows up with a bizarre invention she promises will rid the world of vampire plague.
Baltimore Volume 3: A Passing Stranger and Other Stories HC
Mike Mignola (W/Cover), Christopher Golden (W), Ben Stenbeck (A), and Dave Stewart (C)
On sale Nov 20
FC, 152 pages $24.99
HC, 7” x 10”
Eisner Award–winning horror master Mike Mignola and Christopher Golden present tales featuring the world’s greatest vampire hunter on a quest for vengeance across a world overrun by monsters. A demented surgeon attempts to cure vampirism by creating greater horrors, and a perverse inquisitor reveals his own dark secrets, as Baltimore pursues the scarred vampire that he blames for all of it.
B.P.R.D. HELL ON EARTH #111
Mike Mignola (W), John Arcudi (W), Tyler Crook (A), Dave Stewart (C), and Rafael Albuquerque (Cover)
On sale Sept 18
FC, 32 pages$3.50 Ongoing
While the young psychic Fenix stumbles upon a monsterworshipping version of Burning Man, Liz Sherman finds herself stuck in a ruined hospital and pitted against a mad doctor and his monster–sized, mutated feline!
• Cover by Rafael Albuquerque (American Vampire).
B.P.R.D.: Vampire TP
Mike Mignola (W/Cover), Fábio Moon (W/A), Gabriel Bá (W/A), and Dave Stewart (C)
On sale Nov 27
FC, 144 pages $19.99
TP, 7” x 10”
A vampire-haunted B.P.R.D. agent’s quest for revenge turns into a rampage as he pursues a clan of undead and their gorgon-eyed queen. Collects the five-issue miniseries.
• Essential ties to B.P.R.D.: 1946-1948.
Criminal Macabre: The Eyes of Frankenstein #1 (of 4)
Steve Niles (W), Christopher Mitten (A), Michelle Madsen (C), and Justin Erickson (Cover)
On sale Sept 25
FC, 32 pages$3.99 Miniseries
While dealing with ghouls dying all around him and his own mysterious illness, occult detective Cal McDonald encounters the Frankenstein’s monster, who needs a new set of eyes. Can a rich entertainer who claims to be the world’s foremost authority on the supernatural help the monster regain its sight?
THE STRAIN: THE FALL #3
David Lapham (W), Mike Huddleston (W), Dan Jackson (C), and E. M. Gist (Cover)
On sale Sept 18
FC, 32 pages$3.99 Ongoing
The Silver Angel was famous. A legend in the world of lucha libre, he battled vampires during the Saturday matinee, and, in the ring, no man could withstand his mighty wrestling moves. That was then. Now a broken, poor old man wasting away in New Jersey, the Silver Angel must call upon the courage of his youth to defend his home against real-life monsters!
So... I Survived the Zombie Apocalypse and All I Got Was This Podcast TP
Chris W. Freeman (W), Korey Hunt (W), Richard Bonk (A), Andrew Mangum (A), Alan Kupperberg (A), Anthony Diecidue (A), Jerry Beck (A), Thomas Chu (C), and Melike Acar (Cover)
On sale Nov 20
FC, 72 pages$9.99
TP, 6” x 9”
In a lonely compound surrounded by the zombie apocalypse, one girl remains unchanged. A slight garden mishap means a supply run to the outside where she makes a life-changing discovery — the zombies only eat males. Now Mara Mitchell is on a mission: make friends with the undead, or kill them all.
BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER SEASON 9 #25
Andrew Chambliss (W), Georges Jeanty (A/Variant cover), Dexter Vines (I), Michelle Madsen (C), and Phil Noto (Cover)
On sale Sept 11
FC, 32 pages $2.99 Ongoing
Buffy can’t ever just be a vampire Slayer, can she? Always, the world seems to want more, and as the lives of her loved ones are threatened, Buffy shows why she is the Chosen One. Whatever is thrust upon her, she can handle it! Er . . . sometimes with a little help from her friends.
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ITTY BITTY HELLBOY #2
Art Baltazar (W/A/Cover) and Franco (W)
On sale Sept 25
FC, 32 pages $2.99 Miniseries
Lobster Johnson is on the trail of a Squatch! His search has led him to the deep woods, and Hellboy and the B.P.R.D. are going to help him the best way they know how! That's right—it’s a camping trip! One thing is for sure: when Liz is around you never need a flashlight, but you might need to bring your own marshmallows!
The Halloween Legion: The Great Goblin Invasion HC
Martin Powell (W), Thomas Boatwright (A/Cover), and Diana Leto (A/Cover)
On sale Sept 11
FC, 80 pages $14.99
HC, 7" x 10"
A team of extraordinary guardians from a place of eternal October protect Woodland from supernatural menaces—but can the Skeleton, the Witch, the Ghost, and the Devil defend the sleepy rural town from a full-on UFO invasion? A pulpy, all-ages adventure that stirs up breezy Halloween memories!
Brain Boy #1
Fred Van Lente (W), R. B. Silva (P), Rob Lean (I), Ego (C), Ariel Olivetti (Cover), and Juan Doe (Variant cover)
On sale Sept 11
FC, 32 pages$2.99 Ongoing
When the United States Secret Service needs to stop an assassination before the killer’s even decided to buy a gun, they call the world’s most powerful telepath: Matt Price, a.k.a. Brain Boy. But when the secret agent that can read anyone’s mind finds that a powerful psychic network has been hidden from him, Brain Boy begins to wonder whether he knows everything or nothing at all!
CATALYST COMIX #3 (of 9)