(W) Fumi Tsuyuhisa A man who attracts demons finds himself bound to one that's been stripped of his name and power—and demands much more than blood. A sexy Boys' Love manga about a pact that becomes something more–from the creator of God of Seduction in the Bedroom, also available from Seven Seas!Minoru has spent his life attracting demons, but he's learned to live with their unwanted attention. That is, until the night he rescues what appears to be a sickly stray dog—only to discover it's actually a demon in disguise. Stripped of his true name, the demon has been left powerless, a shadow of what he once was.To regain his strength, the demon binds Minoru into an unholy pact—one that demands more than just blood. Their nights together should be nothing more than transactional, yet as the demon's touch grows more possessive and Minoru's defenses begin to wane, something unspoken stirs between them.

(W) Steve Niles (A) Bernie Wrightson; Kelley Jones The Monster lives! A stunning collaboration between the premier horror artist in comics history and the co-creator of the modern classic 30 Days of Night!Inspired by Mary Shelley's immortal gothic horror tale, Frankenstein Alive, Alive! brings new life to the Promethean monster, courtesy of Steve Niles (30 Days of Night) and Bernie Wrightson (Frankenstein, Swamp Thing). Victor Frankenstein's cobbled-together creature continues his adventures, embarking on a journey to discover his own humanity. Collecting the four-issue series along with an extended gallery section of layouts and pencils by Wrightson, all scanned from the original art. Additional art is supplied in the final chapter by Kelley Jones (at Wrightson's request), who stepped in to complete the series upon the comic book legend's untimely passing.

(W) Mo Xiang Tong Xiu (A) Marina Privalova A beautiful hardcover edition of the New York Times Best Seller! The blockbuster danmei/Boys' Love novels from China that inspired the comic, the animated series The Master of Diabolism, and the live-action series The Untamed: a historical fantasy tale of two powerful men who find each other through life and death.Wei Wuxian was once one of the most powerful men of his generation, a talented and clever young cultivator who harnessed martial arts and spirituality into powerful abilities. But when the horrors of war led him to seek more power through demonic cultivation, the world's respect for his abilities turned to fear, and his death was celebrated throughout the land.Years later, he awakens in the body of an aggrieved young man who sacrifices his soul so that Wei Wuxian can exact revenge on his behalf. Though granted a second life, Wei Wuxian is not free from his first, nor the mysteries that appear before him now. Yet this time, he'll face it all with the righteous and esteemed Lan Wangji at his side, another powerful cultivator whose unwavering dedication and shared memories of their past will help shine a light on the dark truths that surround them.

(W) Robert Venditti, Van Jensen, Various (A) Billy Tan, Bernard Chang, Various (CA) Billy Tan FOLLOWING GEOFF JOHNS'S LEGENDARY SAGA COMES A NEW ERA OF GREEN LANTERN! Hal Jordan, John Stewart, and Guy Gardner must reassemble the Green Lantern Corps as a new threat arises. Friends will die, homes will be destroyed, and nothing will ever be the same. Experience the thrilling epic in this first (of two) groundbreaking collections. Featuring GREEN LANTERN #21-34, GREEN LANTERN #23.1, GREEN LANTERN ANNUAL #2, GREEN LANTERN CORPS #21-34, GREEN LANTERN CORPS ANNUAL #2, GREEN LANTERN: NEW GUARDIANS #23-24, RED LANTERNS #24 and #28, and stories from SECRET ORIGINS #3 and #9!

(W) Benigashira (A) Muramitsu REMOTE WORKA new mission unfolds for our heroes in the snowy Sylvanian Empire! Caught in an avalanche, buried in snow and unconscious, Uchimura is rescued by the two demihumans Kloos and Geim, who bring him to Azack, a mining village in the Old Sylvanian Territory. When Uchimura regains consciousness, Kloos is impressed by his unique perspective and personality, and seeks his help to tackle a big challenge facing Sylvania: “Uchimura! I need you to save this village...no, this entire country!”Meanwhile, Ulmandra must make a bold move to secure an audience with Queen Legion, hoping to persuade her to join the Anti-Calamity Alliance.

(W) Mizuki Kishikawa Right when he's ready to give love another chance, one guy winds up swapping bodies with his cheating ex-girlfriend in this gender-bending, body-swap rom-com manga!Sunao Akiyoshi thought he'd left heartbreak behind after swearing off love in junior high. His first love, Lemon Nishikawa, shattered his trust by admitting to cheating on him with multiple guys. Now in university, Sunao is finally ready to try again, thanks to his crush on the sweet and down-to-earth Natsumi Kogahara from his film club. But just as he's about to take a chance on love, fate throws him a curveball: he runs into Lemon again, and one fateful night under a shooting star, he wakes up in her body!Now stuck in the ultimate awkward situation, Sunao has to navigate Lemon's life—and his growing feelings for Natsumi—while figuring out how to switch back. To make matters worse, Lemon and Natsumi are roommates, leading to hilarious misunderstandings and shocking revelations. In this gender-bending, body-swap romcom, Sunao must face his past, survive his present, and somehow come out of it all with his heart intact.

(W) Various (A) Various (CA) Ryan Sook THE LEGENDARY HORROR COMIC IN OMNIBUS FORMAT! Written by Len Wein, Gerry Conway, Marv Wolfman and Others Art by Sergio Aragones, Alex Toth, Bernie Wrightson and Others Collects issues #174-200 of the acclaimed series and features scarily sublime work from a horde of comics' greatest talents, including Len Wein, Alex Toth, Gerry Conway, Bernie Wrightson, Marv Wolfman, Jack Kirby, Gil Kane, Jack Oleck, Neal Adams, Wally Wood, Al Williamson, Sergio Aragones, and many more!

(W) Kenkyo na Circle (A) Yosuke Kokuzawa; Meru. Prince Lloyd wasn't always a prince...in a previous life, he was a sorcerer, of sorts. So when he was forced to reincarnate, he decided to continue his studies, prince of the realm or no! But his new life has its own sets of challenges...including being a 10-year-old! What's the 7th prince/sorcerer to do?! The popular digital-first isekai adventure comes to print!In his previous life, Lloyd only wished to study magic, but his status as a commoner lead him to an unfortunate end. After being ruthlessly done in by the very magic he so desperately desired to master, Lloyd opens his eyes to an amazing new existence as the 7th prince of the Kingdom of Saloum. This time, he's been born with unmatched magical potential! With a new lease on life, and the resources to grasp his greatest dream in the palm of his hand, Lloyd sets out to finally achieve what he's always yearned for: study magic to his heart's content! There's only one small problem... he's barely 10 years old! How is anyone going to take him seriously like this?

(W) Hideo Yamamoto HIT LISTKakihara has tracked down Inoue! With a little…encouragement from Kakihara, Inoue gives up the name of Anjo's killer, Ichi—and tells Kakihara he's next on the list. Meanwhile, three mysterious visitors drop by Suzuki's hospital room. All of Shinjuku is about to hear the wheels of Pops' plot grind into motion!

(W) Jimmy Palmiotti, Justin Gray (A) Various (CA) Darwyn Cooke Jimmy Palmiotti (Harley Quinn, Power Girl) and Justin Gray (Hawkman, Jonah Hex: No Way Down) bring DC Comics' most notorious bounty hunter into the New 52 in Jonah Hex: All-Star Western Omnibus. Collecting the entire series from ALL-STAR WESTERN #0-34!

(W) Scott Snyder, James Tynion IV (A) Jorge Jimenez, Jock, Steve Epting, Various (CA) Jorge Jimenez Scott Snyder and James Tynion IV bring their epic Justice League tale to a close before Dark Knights: Death Metal. Collects JUSTICE LEAGUE #19-39, THE BATMAN WHO LAUGHS #1-7, THE BATMAN WHO LAUGHS: THE GRIM KNIGHT #1, DC'S YEAR OF THE VILLAIN SPECIAL #1, and YEAR OF THE VILLIAN: HELL ARISEN #1-4!

(W) YURITARO EVEN THE POWERFUL HAVE WEAK SPOTSKindergartner Kaya-chan can defeat evil spirits and protect her classmates and teachers with a punch. But even the strongest among us have weaknesses, and for Kaya-chan, it's her mother. Kaya-chan's secret is revealed in the third volume of the ultimate horror-action story set in a kindergarten!

(W) Takiba (CT) Fuuko Minami A beloved BL author's English manga debut! Aki and Minagi were inseparable in high school, until an incident pulled their friendship apart at the seams. Years later, both men have given up on their high school dreams, and on each other. But when Minagi shows up one night on Aki's doorstep, is it just the push the two men need in order to address their past and repair their future?Back in high school, best friends Aki and Minagi were inseparable. Aki dreamed of becoming a professional football player, while everyone called Minagi a genius and urged him to chase his dream of working in medicine. Years later, Aki has taken over his grandfather's hair salon, and Minagi has set his interest in medicine aside to work in a host club. Despite the growing tension between them following their high school fallout, Minagi shows up at Aki's apartment one day asking for a place to stay. Can the two men confront their past in order to repair their future?A fixture on the Japanese BL scene for the last decade, Takiba finally makes their English-language debut with Light of My Life. Takiba's artwork brings a refreshing new aesthetic to the BL genre that will catch the eyes of readers looking for bittersweet love stories featuring adult characters, particularly fans of Kou Yoneda (Twittering Birds Never Fly) and Ranmaru Zariya (Coyote; Birds of Shangri-La).

(W) Mitsuki Mihara (A) MonRin FINDERS, KEEPERS! LOSERS...Kazuki is finally reunited with his mother—only to lose her! He is now in possession of a keepsake of his mother's, the sacred grass-cutting sword, but without even any time to grieve, he is confronted by the king of Yamato, Ikousai. In the ancient town of Sekigahara, the showdown between the dueling kings of Japan and Yamato is set to begin!

(W) Luca Barbieri; Riccardo Secchi (A) Giada Perissinotto; Lorenzo Pastrovicchio (CA) Andrea Feccero At last, the worlds of Disney and Marvel collide in 7 funtastic tales as Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy, Goofy, and Pluto and more become iconic Marvel super heroes in a series with wide appeal for kids and adults!The superhero adventures of Thor, Iron Man, The Fantastic Four, Captain Marvel, Wolverine and Spider-Man become inside out HILARIOUS adventures in these hysterical What if? stories as only the creative minds of Marvel Comics and Disney can present!Brace yourself for the most unexpected and hilarious mashups of our time!Donald Duck is Wolverine?It's a surprising take on the OLD MAN LOGAN saga! In the near future, chaos rules as Pete-Skull has turned Duckburg into a super-hero-less Wasteland. Only Old Duck Donald can turn the tide — but he's given up his battling' days and prefers naps over fighting villains!Mickey, Minnie, Goofy and Donald are the Fantastic Four?Mickey stretches! Minnie turns invisible! Goofy bursts flames! Donald transforms into a Thing! Fantastic!Goofy is Spider-Man?Despite fearing Spiders, Goofy is bitten by a radioactive Spider!Donald Duck is Thor?When Donald chaperones Huey, Dewey and Louie on an archaeological trip to search for ancient Viking artifacts, he finds more than he bargained for — including an enchanted cane that gives him the power of Thor!Minnie Mouse is Captain Marvel?Meanwhile, The Chronicle newspaper reporter Minnie Mouse is tasked with an exposé on a new hero on the scene in Duckburg: Captain Marvel! But just wait until Minnie discovers Captain Marvel's incredible secret!Mickey, Donald, Goofy, Minnie and Pluto assemble into the Avengers?Wait, what? Mickey is Iron Man! Donald is Thor! Goofy is the Hulk! Minnie and Pluto are the Wasp and Giant-Man!Donald is Iron Man?Does the mighty Duck have what it takes to don the suit?COLLECTING: Marvel & Disney: What If...? Donald Duck Became Wolverine (2024) 1, Marvel & Disney: What If...? Donald Duck Became Thor (2024) 1, Marvel & Disney: What If...? Minnie Became Captain Marvel (2024) 1, Marvel & Disney: What If...? Mickey & Friends Became the Fantastic Four (2025) 1, Marvel & Disney: What If...? Mickey & Friends Became the Avengers (2025) 1, Marvel & Disney: What If...? Donald Duck Became Iron Man (2025) 1, Marvel & Disney: What If...? Goofy Became Spider-Man (2025) 1

(W) J. Michael Straczynski (A) Will Robson; Bernard Chang; Elena Casagrande (CA) Leinil Yu Legendary writer J. Michael Straczynski (THOR, AMAZING SPIDER-MAN) presents an incredible anthology of the most unexpected team-ups you can imagine across the entire Marvel Universe!J. Michael Straczynski brings his incredible character work to beloved Marvel characters great and small in a series of exciting one-shots! First up: Doctor Doom does the one thing he never wants to do: ask for a favor! But what awaits Rocket Raccoon in Latveria? Mischief, miscommunication and an emotional journey across space and time in the Mighty Marvel Manner! Then, when a war breaks out in the Nine Realms, Asgardian warrior Volstagg turns to the only man skilled enough to end it: Steve Rogers, Captain America! Nick Fury knows how to handle problems, no matter the size — but Nick's Howling Commandos have never faced a foe quite as big as Fin Fang Foom! Former reluctant allies in the Defenders, the Hulk and Doctor Strange reunite for a journey into the psyche of Bruce Banner! Plus: Agatha Harkness meets May Parker! Bitter enemies Spider-Man and Doctor Octopus meet again! And Ghost Rider faces his greatest challenge: Galactus!COLLECTING: Doctor Doom & Rocket Raccoon (2025) #1, Captain America & Volstagg (2025) #1, Nick Fury vs. Fin Fang Foom (2025) #1, Hulk & Doctor Strange (2025) #1, Ghost Rider vs. Galactus (2025) #1, Spider-Man vs. the Sinister Sixteen (2025) #1

(W) CoryxKenshin; Corey Mikell (A) Andrew Gong At New Edyn Academy, Jabari Uncovers a Dark Legacy Born in Eternal Night-Where Gifted Students Face Murder, Mystery, and the Monsters Among Them.Jabari Booker thought New Edyn Academy would be his ticket to a brighter future-a place to hone his gifts and pursue his passion for music. But from the moment he arrives, it's clear: this school hides something sinister.Born during The Eternal Night-a mysterious event that plunged the world into darkness 17 years ago-Jabari and his classmates were always different. But now, those differences are turning deadly.As secrets unravel and bodies begin to fall, Jabari is pulled into a chilling web of hidden powers, haunted halls, and a darkness that refuses to stay buried. To survive, he must confront not only the horrors lurking in New Edyn's shadows, but the truth about himself.The nightmare begins in Volume 1. The descent continues in Vol. 2 and Vol. 3 – coming soon.Vol. 1 features a foil embellished cover and a glossy color insert.

(W) Nekonomori Shima LOVING YOU ALL KNIGHT LONGBack on Earth, Mitsuki was just your average thirty-something office worker. He certainly never expected to wind up having a grand, magical adventure. But here he is, living in a fantasy world alongside Volk, a younger man who turns into a large black wolf now and then. It's a lot to get used to, but Mitsuki enjoys his new life. He just wishes that he could find some purpose in this world so he wasn't such a burden to Volk and everyone else. Can Volk convince his lover that he's fine as he is? The story comes to its romantic conclusion!The final volume!

(W) Nujima TWISTS AND TURNS AND CURVES AND KISSES!Adashino, gravely injured beyond even the power of his demonic vitality by the Queen of Cats, is cured...by his very first kiss from former novelist Sumireko! The pair further bond when they must save their bookstore coworkers from the latest mystery, but is that supernatural encounter just a distraction from the machinations of the fox-faced boy stalking Adashino? And speaking of distractions—the gang puts on their skimpiest bathing suits and heads to the beach! Will being hot-to-trot get rid of Sumeriko's writer's block?!

(W) Riku Oseto Here's the sweet, brutal yakuza love story we've all been waiting for!Nezumi was raised by the mob to be an emotionless killing machine, but a chance encounter in an arcade leads to a romance at total odds with everything she's known. Equal parts ultraviolence and kawaii, Nezumi's First Love turns both the hitman and love comedy genres on their heads!

(W) RIKACHI Nina was plucked off the streets because she resembled a dead priestess--but is this a lucky break, or a new kind of curse? Winner of the Kodansha Manga Award, this fantasy shojo manga features intertwining constellations of palace intrigue and perilous romance, for fans of The Ancient Magus' Bride, The Apothecary Diaries, and Snow White With the Red Hair.Nina had a rough start to life, orphaned and stealing to survive, only to be abducted for her unusual lapis lazuli eyes. But to her surprise, her captor, Prince Azure, ordained that she would live the life of a princess...specifically, that of the recently deceased princess-priestess, Alisha, who had her same eyes. Despite her changing fortune, Nina won't give up her old life without a fight. Azure might just be the one to finally match her wits, but how much can she trust him? And can she stop the feelings budding in her heart, knowing she must eventually marry another...?

(W) Daisuke Hiyama IT ALL COMES DOWN TO THIS!The Strongest Man in the World has collected quite a harem of ladies looking to get a piece of him. After banding together to build their auras to an irresistible degree, they finally leave satisfied and with the hopes of carrying Peter Grill's children. All that remains is Peter's wedded bliss to Luvellia, one of precious few women he hasn't bedded yet. As their wedding ceremony looms, her younger sister Luzaria makes a pass at the groom-to-be. Will Peter Grill have a happy ending? Don't miss out on this climactic series finale!

(W) Hijiki Isoflavone The story of a lazy male idol, ready to quit (or get fired), and the peppy poltergeist who brings him back from the brink, and rocketing to the heights of stardom! This madcap musical comedy is perfect for fans of My Dress-Up Darling, Kiss Him, Not Me! and Horimiya.THIS PHANTOM'S A CUTIE! Yuya, one half of the boy pop duo ZINGS, may be the laziest performer in the Japanese music industry. His partner is out there giving 110% every night, but Yuya's sloppy dancing and his frankly hostile attitude toward the audience has the fans hating him and his agent looking for any excuse to cut him loose. The career of a pop idol just isn't the path of easy leisure Yuya expected... After a particularly lifeless concert appearance, Yuya meets a girl backstage. All she wants from life is to perform. There's just one problem: She's been dead for a year.

(W) Collin Kelly; Jackson Lanzing (A) Juann Cabal; Bernard Chang (CA) Andrei Bressan Behold the Marvel Universe's devastating future - but Luke Cage remains to fight for good, and becomes more powerful than ever!In a dark future born from the choices of today, all of time and space is threatened by an ancient evil's ascension. The Moon Knight Unending has risen — a nightmare born of StarkTech, the Eternal Machine and the God of the Moon — and now all of Earth bows before his overwhelming power! But one man stands against Khonshu's coming tide of chaos: Power Man, the Marvel Universe's final living super hero! He is unstoppable. Indestructible. Incorruptible. Immortal. A Gamma-powered, Iron-Fisted, Sentry from the future — but what happens when this timeless Luke Cage arrives in the modern Marvel Universe? Can you believe he will discover a foe, and a mystery, that will challenge even his incredible abilities? But what brings Aeon the Knife to the Milky Way? And can Power Man stop him without letting the Void loose?COLLECTING: Timeless (2023) 1, Power Man: Timeless (2025) 1-5

(W) Singyougaku (A) Arinokamati (CT) Won MARIDA BATTLES HER TOUGHEST OPPONENT—THE COMMON COLD!Marida and her demon clan are on a mission to crush the traitorous Froiger family and claim their territory in the name of the emperor! With Albert's brilliant strategies directing the charge, even the enemy army starts to tremble. Just as victory seems assured, disaster strikes. Marida, the family's fiercest fighter, comes down with a serious cold! Can the demon family pull off a win without their star warrior, or will this sniffle seal their doom?

(W) Komachi Katsura Love is a brutal battle between vanity and yearning. Amidst the dark glamor of host club Velvet Kiss, Juri-also called Juliet-commands a vice-like grip on the number one position. Impressed by this poker-faced beauty's supreme reign, newbie and number-two host Akatsuki decides he must learn Juliet's secrets-and shoot him down from the top of the pack. But Akatsuki's first up-close taste of Juliet's intoxicating charm leaves him craving more than he'd expected. And as he may soon learn, some secrets are better left in their bottles, and the bullet that shoots through one heart might take out more than it bargained for…

(W) Atsushi Ohkubo The ultimate art collection for fans of Soul Eater!Celebrate Soul Eater's 20th anniversary in style with this deluxe, full-color, hardcover art book protected by an archival-quality slipcase! Soul Eater: Soul Art Encore! collects more than 200 of the best illustrations from the franchise's rich history, including colored pages from the Perfect Edition manga volumes, promotional materials for the anime adaptations, and exclusive new art by creator Atsushi Ohkubo!

(W) Christopher Cantwell (A) Angel Unzueta Connecting with the voyages of the ongoing Star Trek comic series, Defiant, Vol. 5 delves into intrigue and rebellion!Avoiding a major family decision, Captain B'Elanna Torres attempts to find clarity dismantling minefields in the Alpha Quadrant, but discovers an explosive political situation about to blow.Meanwhile, Alexander has been tasked with a mighty Errand of Valor: rescue the workers rebelling against a deuterium mega-power, Archanis Inter-Corporate. However, when a face from Alexander's bloody past appears, his heart, and urges for vengeance, are truly tested.Volume 5 collects issues #22–25.

(W) Kore Yamazaki UNFURLINGSlowly, quietly, something has begun. The whispers in the darkest shadows grow louder. The Church Coalition, with the aid of the Seven Shields (the great houses of alchemy), begin investigating the rumors of a red dragon. It's then that the children of House St. George, the Monster Hunters, happen upon a small, frightened creature. Is this mere coincidence? Or fate?

(W) Bakufu Narayama (A) Rat Kitaguni (CT) Ebisushi NEVER A MOMENT'S PEACE!At long last, Claudia and Sylvester's engagement is official, but before they can even celebrate, Sylvester is called away to deal with civil unrest. Remaining in the capital, Claudia is forced to entertain Prince Raul, a prince from the neighboring Bari Kingdom...and a very special customer from her previous life! As secrets and nostalgia threaten to tear apart everything Claudia has schemed for, will she be able to protect her newfound happiness?!

(W) Mei Hachimoku (A) KUKKA THE END OF AN ERAAfter a shocking proposal carries their relationship into uncharted territory, Sakuma and Ushio greet the new year with a fresh label and newfound resolve. Yet as winter wears on, and the class trip to Hokkaido draws ever closer, their bond will be tested—not only by the lingering question of its sustainability but also by the infamous Sera, sweet-talking trickster and sower of discord.Can their relationship survive the machinations of a man hell-bent on worming between them? Or will Sakuma falter in the face of the biggest moral conundrum he's ever had to confront? In this heartrending conclusion, deep-seated doubts emerge as unspoken lines are finally crossed. When Sakuma and Ushio at last close the book on the most challenging chapter of their youths, where will they find themselves—and each other—in the coming dawn?The final volume!

(W) Nakaba Suzuki Return to the magical and thrilling world of Britannia with this new adventure from the creator of The Seven Deadly Sins, the manga that inspired the No. 1 hit Netflix Original Anime!Percival has always lived with his grandfather on the idyllic, remote God's Finger. And though Percival loves the simple life, he longs for adventure. That is, until adventure comes knocking at his door, tearing away everything he's ever known and leaving him alone in the world. Now Percival has no choice but to go out into the world and see what it holds... after all, it's his destiny! Four Knights of the Apocalypse is a new story in the world of The Seven Deadly Sins, but can be enjoyed totally on its own!

(W) Scott Snyder (A/CA) Sean Murphy A HORROR CLASSIC FROM SCOTT SNYDER AND SEAN MURPHY! A mysterious signal is detected originating from the ocean's depths, and in less than a month, the world has drowned. Unknown monsters appear from the deep, their origins hinting at ancient secrets humanity never thought to suspect. In the midst of this terror, two women from different centuries embark on a journey that will answer humankind's biggest questions: Where did we come from? Where are we going? And will our species survive long enough to make it there? From New York Times bestselling storytellers Scott Snyder (Batman: Death of the Family, American Vampire) and Sean Murphy (Punk Rock Jesus, Joe the Barbarian) comes The Wake, an epic science fiction saga of survival spanning billions of years...and plumbing the depths of horror.

(W) Yang Su A tragic past and a deadly world of assassins spark a love that defies fate in this fan-favorite danmei series!Xiahou Lian, the youngest assassin of the infamous Qiye Garden enclave, has infiltrated the prestigious Xie household on a vague but deadly mission. Posing as a servant under Xie Jinglan, the youngest son of the family, he bides his time, awaiting orders. But as the days pass, an unexpected bond forms between them—mark and assassin alike—throwing a wrench in Xiahou Lian's plans. The decision he makes will land him in dire straits with the Qiye Garden, while Xie Jinglan walks free.Two years later, their paths cross again in the Imperial Palace. Forced to walk a perilous tightrope of secrecy, both boys hide dangerous truths from one another. Something is terribly wrong, and they can both feel it. As one of those secrets spirals into mortal danger, an assassin from Qiye Garden—familiar and fearsome—arrives with an ultimatum that threatens to tear their fragile bond apart.

(W) Tasunori Mitsunaga LOCKED ROOM HERO?!The chief of the elves has been murdered while alone in a locked room?! Sekai is on the case, and thanks to his knowledge of Earth's mystery fiction and his incredible power to press pause on the world in which he's trapped, he solves the crime! But it's much harder to find a solution for a threat that may lead to the annihilation of all the elves. Can Sekai save the day and clear this deadly level?!

(W) Take A sexy slice-of-life comedy about an introverted college student and his buxom, bubbly classmate--now with an anime!Sakurai Shinichi's one wish is for a little peace and quiet. But Uzaki Hana–his boisterous, well-endowed underclassman–has other plans. All she wants is to hang out and poke fun at him. With the help of her chipper charm and peppy persistence, this might just be the start of a beautiful relationship! Fans of slice-of-life comedy Tomo-chan is a Girl! are sure to enjoy this new “odd couple” tale about sexy misadventures in a college setting.

(W) Larry Hama (A) Evan Skolnick; Tom Grindberg; Patch Zircher (CA) Duncan Rouleau The Epic Collection chronicling of Venom's early days continues, as he begins his transformation from Spider-Man's nemesis into the Lethal Protector anti-hero he's known as today!It's Venom vs. Spider-Man once again — for the first time! Eddie Brock takes on a very different web-slinger: Ben Reilly! With Venom a wanted man and Eddie's ex-wife Anne Weying caught in the middle, a deadly rivalry is reborn! And when the symbiote-hunting alien Xenophage targets Venom, this time it's Eddie's brain in danger of being eaten! Meanwhile, four imprisoned symbiotes join together to become Hybrid — but how will the Jury judge this unstable new hero? And when an interplanetary army invades Earth, Venom must fight alongside Spider-Man and the Scarlet Spider to stop their home from becoming a planet of the symbiotes! But will Eddie's ex-wife be caught in the crossfire when killer vigilante Sin-Eater strikes?COLLECTING: Venom: Along Came a Spider (1996) 1-4, Venom: The Hunted (1996) 1-3; material from Amazing Spider-Man Super Special (1995) 1, Spider-Man Super Special (1995) 1, Venom Super Special (1995) 1, Spectacular Spider-Man Super Special (1995) 1, Web of Spider-Man Super Special (1995) 1, Venom: Sinner Takes All (1995) 1-4, Spider-Man Holiday Special 1995 1

(W) Chohokiteki Kaeru (A) Kanase Bench DEALING IN DANGERWhen Siasha gets called away to help someone on a job, Zig finds himself with time to kill. He's quickly recruited by Katia, the daughter of a mafia boss, to help investigate the spread of a dangerous drug across the city. Tempted by the lure of a big payout, Zig accepts the request, and together they dig into the underbelly of society…only to discover the problem runs much deeper than they expected.

(W) Saladin Ahmed (A) Martin Coccolo; Daniel Warren Johnson; Javier Pina (CA) Martin Coccolo A heavy-metal showdown for everybody's favorite X-Man!Get ready for a clash of the adamantium titans featuring two Wolverines (and one Nightcrawler) vs. Constrictor, Cyber and Deathstrike! Logan's deadly enemies are united by a mysterious power — and if he can't beat them, will he be fated to join them? The golden metal may mean death for Wolverine, but is it also the world's salvation? The Wendigo is pulled into a deadly trap as a specter from Wolverine's past emerges, and shocking events send Logan on a new quest. First stop brings him back to the Howlett Estate, where Harpoon and Vertigo have designs on Wolverine — and they're not the only ones! As old memories cut deep, Wolverine must once again face Sabreooth and go on the run to save someone dear to him. Plus: Daniel Warren Johnson's vision of an untold Logan adventure from decades in the past!COLLECTING: Wolverine (2024) #6-12

(W) PANDANIA STRANGE AND ADORABLE, THEY'RE YOKAI CATS!Two new cats join the yokai party! The kamikiri is good to have around if you need your hair cut—as long as you're not particular about style. And the mysterious tsuchinoko will slide right into your heart! See more of your old favorites too, including nurikabe, kappa, and of course the multi-talented nekomata Shozaemon.