(W) Mike W. Barr (A/CA) Brian Bolland The acclaimed medieval science fiction 12-issue masterwork returns to print! In the year 3000, an armada of destructive aliens has unleashed an all-out assault on Earth and is poised to conquer the planet. But when a young boy stumbles upon the crypt of King Arthur, the legendary monarch and the Knights of the Round Table are magically reincarnated. Together once again, King Arthur, Sir Lancelot, Merlin, and the rest of the classic knights take on the invading extraterrestrials and their wicked leader, Morgan Le Fay, the half-sister of Arthur.

High school student Kaede's new job is out of this world—or at least his clients are...

(W) Marv Wolfman (A) George Perez (CA) George Perez, Jerry Ordway TWO YEARS IN THE MAKING. WELCOME TO THE DEFINITIVE EDITION OF CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS! Revisit the legendary event that changed comics forever! Remastered from Jerry Ordway’s original inks and original artwork provided by fans worldwide, with original colors restored and all the fine details that never made it to print ever before finally captured! Escape into the sprawling epic of Crisis on Infinite Earths #1-12 and wonderous mythology of History of the DC Universe #1-2 like never before. Also featuring, in celebration of this masterpiece, a nearly 250-page behind-the-scenes companion book! Discover the making of this groundbreaking work through the original memos, outlines, scripts, pencils, artwork, retrospective essays, foldout covers, never-before-collected material, and more! And as a special bonus, Jerry Ordway remastered and inked the original George Perez pencils provided to Alex Ross for his legendary Crisis painting. Behold the long-lost beauty behind the painting with this never-before-completed (until now) Perez piece, presented as a multi-page foldout with colors by Jose Villarrubia.

(W) Peter David (A) Leonard Kirk, Robin Riggs, Various (CA) Leonard Kirk, Robin Riggs Featuring stories filled with action, heart, and humor as only Peter David could deliver, DC Finest: Supergirl: Die and Let Live collects Supergirl #19-35 and #1,000,000, Resurrection Man #16-17, Team Superman Secret Files and Origins #1, Team Superman #1, Supergirl/Prysm Double-Shot #1, and a story from Adventure Comics 80-Page Giant #1.

(W) Various (A) Various (CA) Kris Anka DC'S AWARD-WINNING ANNUAL PRIDE HARDCOVER COLLECTION RETURNS! Written by Tim Sheridan, Vita Ayala, Josh Trujillo, Sam Maggs, Maya Houston, Jude Ellison S. Doyle, Jenny Blake and More Art by Emilio Pilliu, Skylar Patridge, A.L. Kaplan, Max Sarin, Vincent Cecil and More When a 100-year-old queer speakeasy-turned-bar-turned-restaurant-andcommunity-space in Gotham announces that it will soon be closing its doors, generations of patrons come to pay their respects--including Alan Scott, the Green Lantern. After all, this is the place where he and his first love, Johnny Ladd, long ago carved their names into the basement wall before it all went to hell...and a love lost is never a love forgotten. But they weren’t the only ones to put their names in the wall over the years, and suddenly queer heroes, villains, and civilians alike from across the DCU--the Question, Midnighter and Apollo, Harley Quinn, Green Lantern Jo Mullein, Bunker, Connor Hawke, and Blue Snowman among them--find themselves spirited away to a strange alternate dimension that seems to provide everything they could possibly want...but at what cost? In this oversize story of interweaving narratives, the vanished will need to come together and look into the very depths of the Starheart itself if they hope to escape that which ensnares them in this triumphant and timely story of community amid chaos! The DC Pride: The Heart Wants hardcover collection also features an array of additional short stories and illustrations from queer and allied talent, an autobiographical story from Black Lightning creator Jenny Blake, and a very special DC Pride letters column!

(W) Sou Akaike (A) Maro Aoiro (CT) Kururi In this fantasy isekai tale, a reincarnated nobleman with a useless skill transforms a village into a prosperous city! And don't missthe original light novels, also from Seven Seas-or the anime!Van, the fourth son of a powerful noble, is only two years old when he remembers his past life as a salaryman in Japan. With his adult brain in a young body, he's considered a child prodigy…until he displays the Production Magic skill when he turns eight. In a family that favors offensive magic, this crafting skill is considered useless in battle, and Van is banished to oversee a tiny country town in disgrace. With only his personal maid, his father's butler, a knight, a rescued slave, the memories of his past life, and his worthless magic, can Van improve the fortunes of this little village-and himself?

(W) Ryuuou (A) Hana Ichika AN OPEN DOOR AND OPEN MINDEven though Takumi has just opened his shop, he's already brought on his first assistant, Milishia. Milishia's enthusiasm is infectious, and Takumi is inspired to learn more about this world's herbs. The two of them are certain to whip the new shop into shape!

(W) Akisuzu Nenohi (A) Ao Sonohara (CT) Koma Warita; Sherry ZOMBIE VS. NATUREFree Life Fantasy Online's second official event continues with Kotone, a.k.a. the Immortal Princess Anastasia, tackling the deserted island's fearsome wildlife while also working to solve the mystery behind their odd behavior. There seems to be some kind of food chain here, but if that's the case, who's the apex predator? The fight to survive continues!

(W) Ao Hatesaka A country girl longing for adventure and a kid with a dragon tail set off on a rip-roaring adventure in this hot new fantasy shonen manga perfect for fans of One Piece, Soul Eater, Fairy Tail, and Gachiakuta.The first leg of Geo and Nereid's journey brought them to Haweila Town, where Geo settled a labor dispute and Nereid dueled a violence-loving granny. They then encountered Reno, a former dragon knight who lost his territory to a vicious gang. After learning that the gang included a lackey of Yuri Holst, Geo and Nereid head for the city of Uballe to find out more about this notorious figure. But if they want answers, they will have to contend with the dragon knight Chalk and his mad cronies...

(W) Utakata This charming, full-color story about a devoted family man began as a popular webcomic!His colleagues at work see him as handsome, cool, and distant…but the moment he's back home, this frosty-looking salaryman shows his true colors as a doting father and husband. Playing silly games with his young daughter, showering kisses on his beloved wife talk about a gap between his appearance and personality! These sweet stories about a wholesome family are sure to warm your heart.

(W) Negi Haruba Attention kaiju and sentai fans! From the creator of The Quintessential Quintuplets comes a new anti-ranger action-comedy that'll make you root for the alien invaders! Perfect for fans of Kaiju No. 8 and Power Rangers.Thirteen years ago, an evil army of mysterious alien monsters invaded the Earth, but the great protectors of mankind--the Divine Dragon Rangers--rose up to stop them! To this day, the fate of the Earth hangs in the balance as the fierce struggle continues to unfold!...Or does it?In truth, the evil aliens were subjugated within the first year, and they've now become nothing more than clowns forced to act out their continuous defeat every week for the entertainment of the masses. They're not real villains, being forced to crank out a monster a week for the Rangers to crush. But one of the aliens has had enough. Something has to change! He'll rebel against the strongest might of the Dragon Rangers and destroy them all from the inside!

(W) Mo Xiang Tong Xiu (A) Marina Privalova (CA) Ruthle (kkcoocool) (CT) Moo HAPPILY EVER AFTER-AND THEN SOMEA three-way showdown occurs as Jin Guangyao, Wei Wuxian and Lan Wangji, and Nie Mingjue's reassembled fierce corpse converge on the Guanyin Temple. With decades-long schemes finally unveiled, and terrible secrets unearthed, the events of this rain-battered night will decide not just the future of the entire cultivation world-but also that of a love story two lifetimes in the making.Also included in this book are eight short stories about what happens when an epic tale ends but life goes on. From magical incense burners to tense banquets, lotus-pod-hunting and Night Hunts with the juniors, these stories span dawn to dusk and so much more!

(W) Jeff Lemire (A/CA) Andrea Sorrentino THE ACCLAIMED RUN RETURNS! Six years ago, Oliver Queen was marooned on a mysterious island, where the man he had been died...and his new life as Green Arrow began. But as Oliver soon learns, his ordeal was no accident. A new archer’s arrival in Seattle leads Oliver to follow a trail of clues around the world and then back to the island where it all began. Powerful forces believe that Oliver’s destiny remains on the island and want him to return to claim it. But given the chance, will he accept the role that was chosen for him or return to the life he built for himself? Green Arrow’s origin gets twisted inside out in this critically acclaimed storyline from the top-tier creative team of writer Jeff Lemire (Sweet Tooth) and artist Andrea Sorrentino (I, Vampire). Collects stories from GREEN ARROW #17-34, GREEN ARROW #23.1, GREEN ARROW: FUTURES END #1, and SECRET ORIGINS #4.

(W) Masamitsu Nigatsu School life meets underground crime in this quirky action comedy that's like Assassination Classroom meets Nisekoi! The knight in shining armor and heroes vs villains dynamics take on new variations in this story about a reluctant bodyguard protecting his oblivious charge from assassins hired to kill her. Filled with suspense, secrets, and romantic tension, this manga is a surefire recipe to keep readers ravenous for every volume!They have only one goal--to kill Honeko Akabane! One day, Arakuni Ibuki learns that his childhood friend, Honeko Akabane, is being targeted by assassins! Both of them are in Class 3-4 at Sosoji High School, and Ibuki is ordered to protect Akabane for one year. His goal is to ensure that she graduates safely, but he must do so without her realizing it. And so begins his secret life as a bodyguard at school! However, there seems to be more secrets within the so-called Class 3-4...?!

(W) Hideo Yamamoto The ultra-violent tale of a broken killer and his yakuza nemesis that inspired the infamous film. By the author of Homunculus and HIKARI-MAN.Ichi may seem like a spineless weakling-but when the tears start flowing, a terrifying transformation takes place. Driven to his mental breaking point, Ichi becomes an unstoppable force of carnage, unleashing a torrent of violence on his next target. When his destructive path collides with Kakihara, a sadomasochistic yakuza boss with a penchant for pain, it ignites a bloody spiral of chaos, depravity, and unimaginable brutality.From the legendary creator of Homunculus and HIKARI-MAN comes the groundbreaking manga that inspired Takashi Miike's cult classic film-a shocking exploration of wrath, vengeance, and the dark corners of the human psyche.

(W) Shin'ichi Sakamoto (A) Shin'ichi Sakamoto (CT) Michael Gombos Available in English for the first time comes the direct sequel to Shin’ichi Sakamoto’s (#DRCL Midnight Children) manga series Innocent. The gears of history start to turn! As discontent with the aristocracy begins to grow, a profound upheaval looms.The Sanson family hits a turning point as they enter a new era with the ascension of the new king and the departure of a progenitor. As Louis XVI becomes resolute in his role, Marie Antoinette revels in her royal standing. Meanwhile, restlessness stirs among the commoners as living conditions worsen and food becomes more scarce. Rising from the slums, a group of rebels will seek to abolish the class system by any means necessary. And a familiar character comes face to face with Marie-Joseph with intentions to assassinate the king!This omnibus edition collects volumes 4–6 of the original Japanese manga series.For mature audiences.

A multigenerational tale of the heroic Joestar family and their never-ending battle against evil!

(W) Oh!Great Combining futuristic science fiction with ancient religion and tradition, award-winning mangaka Oh!great presents this utterly unique battle for earth through gorgeous, electrifying art unlike anything we've seen before.Two youths--Jin and Gao--lead a seemingly placid existence in the Japanese countryside along with their friends...but in fact they are holy warriors on the frontlines of the battle against armageddon. The coming of the nigh-unstoppable embodiments of catastrophe known as Night has imperiled the entire human race, and only Jin and Gao's ancient ability to call on the power of the gods through dance can stem the tide of destruction.

(W) Yoshie Kaoruhara Opposite sides of the law flirt with danger--and each other--in a tangled web of political intrigue that is fraught with deception and secrets. A suspenseful mystery sure to get the heart racing in more ways than one, perfect for fans of No. 6 and Banana Fish!A productive meeting with President Shindo puts Shiro in a good position to insinuate himself into the chemical company's inner workings. However, his previous endeavor with a black-market broker comes back to haunt him and Ichiro as two assassins end up hot on their tail. With luck on their side, a guardian angel rescues them from a gas explosion, but his involvement could very well spell the end of Ichiro and Shiro's partnership…

(W) Sugar Satch ONLY LOOK AT MENow that Minamiya and Kitayama are going to the same college, their relationship takes on a new form. This means that there are plenty of opportunities for the two to spend quality time together, but it also means more chances for jealousy to arise! Minamiya wants to assure Kitayama that he really is the only one for him, but maybe there's some benefits to a jealous boyfriend with a high libido...

(W) Peter B. Gillis (A) Kelley Jones; Howard Bender; Rod Whigham (CA) Butch Guice The original years of Marvel's Micronauts saga concludes with this Epic Collection volume!In the aftermath of the Micronauts' all-out war against Baron Karza for the fate of Homeworld, our heroes set out on a new voyage of exploration throughout the Microverse. It's a bold era of sci-fi, with a new creative team at the helm: Strikeforce: Morituri co-creator Peter B. Gillis as writer and future Batman legend Kelley Jones at the drawing board. Commander Rann and his crew, including Marionette, Bug, Biotron and Acroyear, unite with new allies Solitaire and Scion, encounter new civilizations and uncover profound secrets of the universe, most especially the secrets of the Makers. An epic saga that holds a special place in Marvel history concludes here!

(W) Jeff Lemire (A) Jeff Lemire The next volume of the critically acclaimed Eisner-nominated series!Theresa has come a long way since she first returned to the hometown and the family she once tried to forget. But healing is rarely linear, especially when navigating emotional landscapes of the living and those beyond.As fractured relationships come into focus and the emotional weight of her past resurfaces, Theresa is drawn into a deeper reckoning with family, identity, and the spaces we never truly leave behind.This next installment from New York Times–bestselling creator Jeff Lemire is a visually stunning meditation on grief, family, and second chances using his signature blend of raw intimacy and symbolic imagery to capture life’s most fragile moments.Collects Minor Arcana #11–15.

(W) CoryxKenshin; Corey Mikell (A) Andrew Gong The Past Hunts Him. The Future Tests Him. VECTOR ONE Awaits.Still haunted by the Leaker he killed, Jabari can’t escape the shadows of his past. Now, he and Team Alpha are summoned to a high-level briefing with NEA’s most ruthless force, the Enforcer Division known only as VECTOR ONE. Within their ranks lurks the infamous HellHound, Wraith, a name whispered with equal parts fear and respect across New Edyn Academy.What begins as a tactical meeting spirals into a shocking emergency training session, a trial by fire designed to push Jabari and Vector One beyond their breaking points. Friendships will be tested, rivalries ignited, and every weakness exposed in a clash that will reshape the balance of power at NEA forever.Presented in a Deluxe Foiled Edition with 4 full color pages, this chapter is a true showcase piece for collectors and fans alike. And the story is only heating up, the adventure continues in Vol. 3, coming soon!

(W) Utako Uguisu Ever get the feeling your cat thinks they're more akin to royalty rather than being your cuddle buddy? See how two prickly kitties rule their humans and home in this purrfect, full-color series!Aloof tabby cat Kijineko doesn't really understand humans, especially his owners, a man and woman who, for some reason, think everything he does is cute. Kijineko's sharp inner monologue reveals the true inner turmoil of the common house cat, a divine creature who is simultaneously worshipped by humans and subjected to their cruel torture tactics, such as being forcibly sniffed. Will he-and equally aloof former stray Kuroneko-ever figure out the humans' goal? Or will something more important, like a piece of pork cutlet or a low-flying cicada, demand their immediate attention?

(W) Maki Marukido The highly-anticipated, genre-defining omegaverse manga, in English at last! From beloved BL author Maki Marukido (Pornographer) comes a story steeped in secrets, lies, and family drama.Saimon, an omega, is shunned by his husband's family for being unable to bear children. But when his father-in-law tasks him with a special favor, it pushes Saimon to spin a tangled web of deception--all to keep his place in the family.The student council election is finally upon Mamiya, Lily, and Reiko, and not only their futures, but those of Saimon and possibly the entire Hanabusa family, are riding on the outcome. The mood at school is in Lily's favor, but Reiko isn't giving up until the last vote is cast. Then,in the wake of the election, Zenjuro announces who will inherit the headship of the Hanabusa clan, but his choice only further inflames the family's internecine struggles. The alpha and omega members of the family aren't the only ones with agendas, either--Shiba is hiding a secret he's been nursing for decades, one that will rock Saimon's beliefs about his world...

(W) Yuu Kawasaki (A) soramoti (CT) Yuu Tachibana; Bokutengou A man appears in a world where heroes are detested and must use his skills and body to stay alive in this Mature-rated isekai manga!The captivating Princess Alicia has summoned Shinohara Shinta to another world! Sounds like a dream come true, right? Think again! Beneath her enchanting façade, this princess is as cunning as they come, treating heroes like disposable pawns. But Shinta's newly awakened Hero Skills reveal her sinister plans. Now, with his life hanging by a thread, he must outwit the scheming princess and take control of his destiny… with a seductive twist!

(W) Ryuto (A) Tetsuhiro Nabeshima A PARTY TURNS PERILOUS…The emperor sends Hiro and his crew to the Empire's border with the Belbellum Federation. There, Hiro quickly discovers how tough it is to get along with Count Ixamal, the local imperial authority. That's not the only unpleasant surprise: Before long, Hiro attempts to destroy some space pirates who turn out to have equipment way more powerful than he counted on!Even attending a party isn't safe under these circumstances, as Hiro learns when he and Serena are kidnapped from one of the count's soirees. Hiro's not exactly unarmed, given his psionic powers, but he's nowhere near mastering said powers yet… Will he really be able to free Serena and himself?!

(W) Ryosuke Fuji; Katarina A fast-paced, irreverent adventure for fans of isekai and RPGs! High schooler Rakuro loves hunting down trash games, but one day he decides to play a AAA VR game called Shangri-La Frontier instead. He creates a character with a bird head, skips the cutscenes and jumps right in--but what awaits him in this game is different from anything he's ever faced...

(W) Hidenori Yamaji In this delightful and intricately illustrated fantasy tale, a girl who was raised to fight monsters starts building cozy homes for them instead.Soara is a young orphan girl who was raised by knights and trained to fight against marauding monsters. By the time Soara is old enough to join the fray, her blade is no longer needed, as peace has been declared with monsters. Searching for a new calling, Soara stumbles upon Kirik the dwarf, Architect of the Monster World. Suddenly, instead of fighting monsters, Soara finds herself working alongside Kirik to build comfortable homes for monsterkind! In the course of her new career, will Soara find a home for herself?

(W) Daniel Barnes Jr.; Ian Flynn; Evan Stanley Oversize hardcover editions of IDW's celebrated Sonic the Hedgehog comics, including the ongoing series, annuals, and miniseries, all presented in recommended reading order!Race into these stories from across Sonic’s world, from frightful foes to old ghosts to mismatched pairs!Speaking of mismatched pairs, who is Surge, beyond Sonic’s evil counterpart? These two speedsters just can’t seem to stop fighting, all of which comes to a head in Central City!Following a clash with Dr. Starline, an evolved Surge is free and wreaking destruction on all technology in her path—and only Sonic can stop her. The two must battle it out, but who will win? And will forces from the past come back to haunt them?In another story of ghosts of the past, Sonic and Tails crash on the deserted Scrapnik Island and must battle their way past tech hardwired to destroy them. However, some of these robots are different…and more personal.Dive into the fights, mayhem, and silliness of the Sonic the Hedgehog comic line! Collects issues #51–56 from volume 14 (Overpowered) of the Sonic the Hedgehog series, the 2022 Annual, Sonic the Hedgehog 2022 Free Comic Book Day, and the Scrapnik Island four-issue miniseries.

(W) Daniel José Older; Cavan Scott (A) Harvey Tolibao; Rachael Stott; Nick Brokenshire The thrilling opening act of Phase III of the High Republic Adventures comics saga is collected here! Join heroes from across the galaxy as they fight for freedom from the Nihil’s reign!One year after the fall of Starlight Beacon, the High Republic is in peril!Marchion Ro and his Nihil marauders continue to advance further into Republic space, leaving destruction in their wake. Meanwhile, the Jedi are kept at bay by terrifying Nameless creatures that prey on their connection to the Force.But a growing movement seeks to free the galaxy from Ro’s oppression!On the planet Eriadu, Zeen Mrala and Jedi Knight Qort look for powerful allies to join the fight against the Nihil. In their search, they find evidence that their friends, presumed dead, may have survived the fall of Starlight Beacon! Who are the survivors, and where have they been all this time?   Meanwhile, Alys “Crash” Ongwa and her ragtag crew hunt down Nihil commanders on Corellia. But when Crash’s mission leads her to the notorious Krix Kamerat, she joins forces with her enemy in the hopes of catching Marchion Ro! How far will Crash follow her vengeful path?   And behind the impenetrable barrier of the Stormwall, former Jedi Ty Yorrick is content to hunt monsters in exchange for credits galore. That is, until she stumbles upon a mission that forces her to take a stand against the Nihil and confront her troubled past! Join bestselling authors Daniel José Older and Cavan Scott, two of the original story architects of the Star Wars: The High Republic initiative, along with artists Harvey Tolibao, Rachael Stott, Toni Bruno, Nick Brokenshire, and Rachele Aragno for the thrilling first chapters of Phase III of the High Republic Adventures saga!Collects Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures (Phase III) #1–#10, Saber for Hire #1–#4, the Crash Landing one-shot, and the Crash and Burn one-shot.

(W) Jim Zub; Jody Houser; Eric Campbell (A) Diego Galindo Collects the retro, high-fantasy adventures of Lucas, Dustin, and Mike in a deluxe, hardcover graphic novel library edition!Follow the crew from Hawkins, Indiana, as they discover the legendary monsters and epic adventures of the Dungeons & Dragons tabletop role-playing game together.Long before the dreaded Demogorgon took one of them to the Upside Down, watch Mike, Lucas, and Will bond with Dustin for the first time over the game that would define their childhood. See the party come together as a team through communal stories and perilous quests to learn important lessons about friendship and find the courage to stand up to the bullies that challenge their everyday.Then, uncover how Eddie Munson and his Hellfire Club take the boys’ tabletop adventures to new heights! After Will and El move away, the Mirkwood gang is hesitant to join a new campaign. But Eddie conjures up his charm and inspires them to adventure. Using his experience as both a dungeon master and a Hawkins High veteran, Eddie helps the boys to navigate the perils of their fantasy world and their real lives. An action-packed fantasy love letter to the nerds of the eighties who dared to roll dice before it was cool, written by Jim Zub (Rick and Morty vs. D&D, Conan the Barbarian, Dungeons & Dragons: Infernal Tides), Jody Houser (Critical Role, Doctor Who), and Eric Campbell (Frank Frazetta’s Dawn Attack) and drawn with vorpal-sharp line art by Diego Galindo (Stranger Things: Tomb of Ybwen).Collects Stranger Things and Dungeons & Dragons and Stranger Things and Dungeons & Dragons: The Rise of Hellfire into one deluxe hardcover.

(W) Ryuto (A) SASAYUKi (CT) Yappen KOUSUKE'S BASILISK!Kousuke prepares to meet a living saint, but ends up meeting the business end of a dagger! Upon coming to, he finds himself face-to-face with the Adolist saint herself. He should be dead thanks to the basilisk venom smeared on the dagger, so the Adolists see his survival as a miracle, and declare Kousuke a holy being...which makes him the perfect mate for the beautiful saint?!

(W) Motoo Nakanishi OLD FACES IN FAMILIAR PLACESLess than a year remains until the advent of the Demon God, and Jinya is enjoying high school life with Miyaka and his other new friends. Like his classmates, his days are filled with school bells, outings with friends, and study woes, but unlike them, he is constantly on the alert for anything supernatural. When Jinya begins investigating strange urban legends that begin cropping up, he discovers an old enemy-Yonabari-is behind them. Determined to bring down the devious demon, Jinya teams up with the Heisei-era Somegorou to fight Yonabari-and this time, it'll be a battle to the death.

(W) Peko Watanabe Two female friends from middle school reunite as adults in this hard-hitting and personal drama manga. What begins as idlereminiscing leads to painful revelations as they heal the reopened wounds of their past in thishighly-anticipated first print release from the creator of 1122: For a Happy Marriage. Drawing on real events and the Japanese #MeToo movement and Watanabe's own reflections on friendship and womanhood, That's Not Lovewon a place on the industry insider poll Kono Manga ga Sugoi! as one of the best manga of the year.Forty-year-old Akane attends the opening of a new art exhibit by her former cram school teacher, Mr. Imai, who has now become a sculptor. Akane notices that Mr. Imai's new sculpture bears a striking resemblance to her middle school best friend, Yukari, who she remembers suddenly transferred out of the school. It even has a distinct scar that Yukari shared with Akane privately. Wondering what this could mean, Akane reaches out to her old friend, and learns that there was something else going on when they were children that she only partly understood. Was Yukari just a muse? Or something with more upsetting implications?I began thinking about situations where violence might not be recognized as violence, where it might be permitted for the sake of art or because of someone's talent, and about the hierarchies that exist between people in small, tightly-bound businesses. Peko WatanabeJapanese title: Koi janee kara

(W) Mike Friedrich; Bill Mantlo (A) George Tuska; Herb Trimpe (CA) Al Milgrom Includes the complete “War of the Super-Villains” arc!Iron Man finds himself in the middle of the “War of the Super-Villains,” a multi-part epic that is a highwater mark in 1970s Iron Man storytelling. Mandarin vs. Yellow Claw! M.O.D.O.K. vs. the Mad Thinker! Everyone against ol' Shellhead! Will a visit to the San Diego Comic Con provide the rest our hero needs? It's not all bad guys, though, as Iron Man finds time to team with Daredevil, Man-Thing and the Champions before the title is turned over to writer Bill Mantlo, who upgrades Iron Man's armor and brings back classic characters like Madame Masque while weaving Jack of Hearts into the drama. It's a four-year run of underrated Iron Man classics!COLLECTING: Iron Man (1968) #68-112, Iron Man Annual (1970) #3-4Written by Mike Friedrich, Bill Mantlo & Gerry Conway With Barry Alfonso, Tom Orzechowski, Len Wein, Roger Slifer, Steve Gerber, Archie Goodwin, Jim Shooter, Herb Trimpe & Roger SternPenciled by George Tuska, Herb Trimpe & Keith Pollard With Arvell Jones, Chic Stone, Sal Buscema, Jeff Aclin & Carmine Infantino

(W) Mike Friedrich; Bill Mantlo (A) George Tuska; Herb Trimpe (CA) Jack Kirby Includes the complete War of the Super-Villains arc! Iron Man finds himself in the middle of the War of the Super-Villains, a multi-part epic that is a highwater mark in 1970s Iron Man storytelling. Mandarin vs. Yellow Claw! M.O.D.O.K. vs. the Mad Thinker! Everyone against ol' Shellhead! Will a visit to the San Diego Comic-Con provide the rest our hero needs? It's not all bad guys, though, as Iron Man finds time to team with Daredevil, Man-Thing and the Champions before the title is turned over to writer Bill Mantlo, who upgrades Iron Man's armor and brings back classic characters like Madame Masque while weaving Jack of Hearts into the drama. It's a four-year run of underrated Iron Man classics! Collecting IRON MAN (1968) #68-112 and ANNUAL (1970) #3-4.

(W) Richard Corben; Jan Strnad (CT) Guillermo del Toro Eisner Award Hall of Fame inductee Richard Corben and Jan Strnad’s fantasy masterpiece and long out-of-print Arabian Nights stories finally collected as part of the new Richard Corben hardcover graphic novel library.A drunken Sindbad runs afoul of an evil Djinn, launching him into an epic adventure where, alongside a mysterious (and sensuous) woman, he battles monsters and the living dead to salvage his immortal soul. It’s Sindbad’s final and greatest voyage!Features:Art pages restored by long-time Corben collaborator José VillarrubiaRe-lettered by Nate Piekos of BlambotAn introduction by Academy award-winning filmmaker Guillermo del ToroGorgeous hardcover with a dust jacketWell known for his legendary fantasy underground masterpieces published by Fantagor Press as well as Heavy Metal, Richard Corben’s work has been recognized internationally having been awarded one of the most prestigious recognitions in comics literature the Grand Prix at Angoulême as well having been inducted into the Will Eisner Award Hall of Fame.For mature audiences.

(W) Rabi A heartwarming romance about one very oblivious woman and the man who loves her dearly!Rintaro is a very successful man. At just the age of 30, he's the owner of his very own cafe! And while he appreciates all of his customers, there's one regular that he's begun to develop feelings for.Luna, a 25-year-old office worker, is a cafe regular who's afraid of men after a traumatic experience, but finds that she can be around Rintaro without any issue. Encouraged by this, she asks if Rintaro would help her get used to being around men. Eager to do anything for Luna, Rintaro agrees but quickly finds himself overwhelmed by just simple handholding! And when Luna begins to make even more ambitious moves, Rintaro isn't sure his heart can handle the growing feelings he's keeping to himself.Can Rintaro maintain his facade to help the oblivious Luna, or will this sweet story end up with bitter feelings?

(W) Fei Tian Ye Xiang Set in the Romance of the Three Kingdoms era comes a story of childhood friends and the changes their relationship faces in the midst of war. From Fei Tian Ye Xiang (非天夜翔),author of Legend of Exorcism: Tianbao Fuyao Lu and Dinghai Fusheng Records!From their days of childhood innocence to their time fighting in war, Zhou Yu and Sun Ce never forgot the promise they made to one another. Yet, as they faced the terror of war both together and alone, there still remained feelings left unsaid between them. But can a promise between chidlreen remain strong when those friends face a sudden shift in status and power?This bittersweet story set in the Romance of the Three Kingdoms era shares the heartwrenching tale of two men and the complexities of their relationship as it transitions from friends to ruler and subordinate.The final volume!