(W) Agata Loth-Ignaciuk (A/CA) Berenika Kolomycka From award-winning creators Agata Loth-Ignaciuk & Berenika Kolomycka (Mika and the Gurgler and Mika and the Howler), join Mika as she learns how to take care of others in a sweet, simple, delightful story for young readers. Meet Mika! Mika is a young explorer who faces familiar-yet-not-fully-known objects and obstacles around her house. Today’s newest adventure? Meeting her new friend, Chiller, who hides inside her kitchen, occasionally escaping when you open its door. On a very hot day, Mika tries to let Chiller out to cool down the house. But when Chiller starts to cry, Mika will need to find a way to cheer up her friend.

(W) J.M. Dematteis, Various (A) Bob Budiansky, Various (CA) Bob Budiansky 'Ghost Rider's rampage through the 1970s era of Marvel continues! The Marvel Masterworks proudly present the finale of the Ghost Rider series that burned through pages for a decade and made the demon biker an icon. In this volume, series artist Bob Budiansky is joined by then-up-and-coming and now-lengendary writer J.M. DeMatteis. They'll make Johnny Blaze's struggle to contain the vengeance-obsessed demon as compelling as ever with adversaries like the stunning Steel Wind. The true test comes when Asmodeus compels Mephisto to split Blaze and Zarathos. It's pedal to the metal from there as Zarathos' origin is revealed and Roxanne Simpson returns, setting up a final showdown that will prove the high cost of vengeance. Also featuring two rare Ghost Rider What If? tales and an encounter with the Defenders. COLLECTING: GHOST RIDER (1973) #74-81, MARVEL SUPER-HEROES (1990) #11, THE DEFENDERS (1972) #145 and material from WHAT IF? (1977) #17 & #28 and THE DEFENDERS (1972) #146' Rated T

(W) J.M. Dematteis, Various (A) Bob Budiansky, Various (CA) Bob Budiansky 'Ghost Rider's rampage through the 1970s era of Marvel continues! The Marvel Masterworks proudly present the finale of the Ghost Rider series that burned through pages for a decade and made the demon biker an icon. In this volume, series artist Bob Budiansky is joined by then-up-and-coming and now-lengendary writer J.M. DeMatteis. They'll make Johnny Blaze's struggle to contain the vengeance-obsessed demon as compelling as ever with adversaries like the stunning Steel Wind. The true test comes when Asmodeus compels Mephisto to split Blaze and Zarathos. It's pedal to the metal from there as Zarathos' origin is revealed and Roxanne Simpson returns, setting up a final showdown that will prove the high cost of vengeance. Also featuring two rare Ghost Rider What If? tales and an encounter with the Defenders. COLLECTING: GHOST RIDER (1973) #74-81, MARVEL SUPER-HEROES (1990) #11, THE DEFENDERS (1972) #145 and material from WHAT IF? (1977) #17 & #28 and THE DEFENDERS (1972) #146' Rated T

(W) Marjorie Liu (A/CA) Sana Takeda The Defiled, a group of Monstra long confined to the prison planet Golga, have slipped through a rift between worlds and possessed anyone who has ever held the Mask of the Shaman-Empress--including Maika, Kippa, and Maika's father, the Lord Doctor. Without Zinn at her side, Maika will need to partner with the most unlikely of allies to fight this invasion--or risk losing everything and everyone she loves. Collects MONSTRESS #55-60

(W) Pat Mills (A) John Hicklenton, Carl Critchlow, David Roach (CA) Kevin O'Neill In the penultimate volume in the Definitive Nemesis the Warlock series, the cosmic conflict between Nemesis and Torquemada continues to unfold across the history of time and space. Chasing after the dangerous Thoth, Nemesis, Purity and Torquemada race backwards through time to try and claim him first. But time-travel has consequences for the whole of reality, and Thoth's presence causes ruptures which threaten existence itself! Written by Pat Mills, this mind-bending volume of Definitive Nemesis features art by John Hicklenton (Heavy Metal Dredd), Carl Critchlow (Batman/Judge Dredd), and David Roach (Star Wars, Aliens).

(W/A/CA) Mig Set within the video-game universe of Wakfu, the popular online role-playing game and animated series on Netflix!Communication between Otomai and Ogrest seems to have broken down. Dathura is the only peacekeeper in the trio. Their island, once a peaceful haven, is attracting far too many visitors. If it isn’t adventurers in search of the Dofus, it’s a visit from the Brotherhood, a dark organization that makes Otomai imagine the worst. And now Lupa and her mercenaries are eyeing the island. Will she become the center of a hellish spiral?

(W) Hal Foster, John Cullen Murphy (A/CA) Hal Foster In Vol. 19, Prince Valiant is sent to defend the borders against invading barbarians, but it is young Arn who takes center stage as he travels to his homeland and loses his heart to Lydia, daughter of Haakon. In Vol. 20, Aleta defeats a wizard, then Aleta’s younger sister Helene is gambled away by her husband to a Corsair mercenary, drawing Val and his Singing Sword into a deadly duel. In Vol. 21, it's election time for the King of Minstrels. Arn and Court Jester Sir Dinadan travel to France to set things right, while Val accompanies the headstrong Gunther of Germany on his quest to recover stolen holy relics and claim a wife in Jerusalem. The mercenary army of a Persian warlord sweeps across the Middle East, forcing Queen Aleta to seek refuge in a hidden utopian city ruled by women. Val competes in tournaments in Marseille and Camelot and reunites with Sir Lancelot, but a tragic death impacts a member of Val's family. Also in this set: Hal Foster’s complete comic-strip adaptation of Franz Werfel’s “The Song of Bernadette” and beautiful color illustrations for the 1930-31 Lucky Bag Naval yearbooks. And: The historical reality behind Prince Valiant’s world!

(W/A/CA) Jon Buller Sailing Alone Around the World is cartoonist Jon Buller’s adaptation of Joshua Slocum’s eponymous memoir. In April of 1895, Captain Slocum took off from Boston aboard a 36 foot wooden sloop that he renovated himself and proceeded to sail around the world — a three-year voyage of more than 46,000 miles!—becoming the first person to single-handedly circle the globe. Upon his return, he wrote a memoir of his voyage recounting his adventures—hair-raising encounters with pirates off Gibraltar, raging tempests and treacherous coral reefs— which is brought to vivid graphic life by cartoonist Jon Buller.

(W/A/CA) Paru Itagaki NOW AN ANIME ADAPTATION! Sanda and Shiori uncover more secrets, face new challenges, and move closer to restoring the magic of Christmas in a future Japan! The journey to uncover the truth about Fuyumura Shiori’s missing friend, Ono Ichie, intensifies as Sanda and Shiori face growing obstacles from both external forces and within their own friendship. As they continue their search for Ichie, they begin to unravel a conspiracy that threatens the very fabric of their world!

(W) Chuck Dixon, Doug Moench, Don Kraar (A) Gary Kwapisz, Paul Gulacy (CA) Doug Beekman OVER 850 PAGES OF SAVAGE ACTION! Chuck Dixon continues as lead story writer with a host of artistic talents including Gary Kwapisz with inks and finishes (and occasional pencils as well) by master draftsman, Ernie Chan! This collection includes notable greats like ‘Blood Circus’, ‘Slaves of the Circle’, and ‘Bane of the Dark Brotherhood’! Also included is the Don Kraar penned ‘The Wrath of Crom’ with early work by Dale Eaglesham and luscious inks from Pat Redding. Also reprinted here for the first time is ‘Skull of Set’ by DougMoench and Paul Gulacy! This volume collects: Savage Sword of Conan (1974) #146-158 and Conan the Barbarian: The Skull of Set graphic novel (1987) Marvel Graphic Novel #53.

(W) Chuck Dixon, Doug Moench, Don Kraar (A) Gary Kwapisz, Paul Gulacy (CA) Earl Norem OVER 850 PAGES OF SAVAGE ACTION! Chuck Dixon continues as lead story writer with a host of artistic talents including Gary Kwapisz with inks and finishes (and occasional pencils as well) by master draftsman, Ernie Chan! This collection includes notable greats like ‘Blood Circus’, ‘Slaves of the Circle’, and ‘Bane of the Dark Brotherhood’! Also included is the Don Kraar penned ‘The Wrath of Crom’ with early work by Dale Eaglesham and luscious inks from Pat Redding. Also reprinted here for the first time is ‘Skull of Set’ by DougMoench and Paul Gulacy! This volume collects: Savage Sword of Conan (1974) #146-158 and Conan the Barbarian: The Skull of Set graphic novel (1987) Marvel Graphic Novel #53.

(W/A/CA) Junepurrr From creator Junepurrr comes the newest printed edition of the smash-hit romantasy Webtoon SubZero! Finally, the marriage alliance between Princess Clove of the Cerulean Dragon Clan and Prince Kyro of the Crimson Dragon Clan will end the centuries-long war between their feuding nations. If they can make it to the wedding day unharmed, that is. Still recovering from an assassination attempt, Clove must grapple with protecting her people, ending the war, and the mysterious power of the Azure Dragon inside of her—along with her imminent wedding to the devastatingly fearsome, devastatingly handsome Prince Kyro. The powers of the dragons may have saved Clove from traitors, but it remains to be seen what mark the Crimson Dragon left on her soul. While Clove and Kyro attempt to win over the people with their union, fear and danger still loom in the kingdom. Achieving peace may not be as easy as they thought, especially with the terrifying General Raizo plotting against them. With new enemies lurking at every turn, will Clove be able to harness the power of the ancient dragons and bring harmony to the land? Collecting episodes 46–66 of the Webtoon series, with all-new bonus content for fans!

(W) Matt Hawkins (A/CA) Pat Boutin, Arif Prianto An original sword and sorcery graphic novel series based on the forty-year Dungeons & Dragons campaign created and game-mastered by writer MATT HAWKINS, featuring a fully rendered, playable 5E open-source campaign with maps. The Island Nations of Arlynn were at war for millennia until the humans of Wintersea used their naval strength to dominate the elves, dwarves, and orcs and declared all gods except theirs to be fake. They use half-humans and converts to spy on the other races. Elven monk Omylia and half-elf ranger Vander were unwillingly conscripted to join a quest to find the lost gems of the crown of Amman-Tha, control of which would permanently cement the humans as the dominant force. The undead conspiracy they uncover will change everything!

(W) Robert Kirkman, Joe Keatinge, Aubrey Sitterson (A) E.J. Su, Khary Randolph, Val Staples, Dave McCaig, Emilio Lopez (CA) E.J. Su, Dave McCaig THE COMPLETE TECH JACKET: A HIGH-FLYING, GALAXY-SAVING EPIC FROM THE INVINCIBLE UNIVERSE!    Zack Thompson possesses one of the most powerful weapons in the universe, a Tech Jacket, thanks to his encounter with the alien race known as the Geldarians.     But with infinite power comes infinite responsibility, and Zack will have to quickly learn how to use this new weapon to his advantage. Afterall, the fate of the entire universe depends on it!    Collected in compendium format for the first time ever, unmask the origins of the Galactic Guardian of Earth from superstar creator Robert Kirkman (NVINCIBLE, THE WALKING DEAD, E.J. Su (BLOOD & THUNDER), Joe Keatinge (Glory), and Khary Randolph (EXCELLENCE).    Collects TECH JACKET #1-8, TECH JACKET DIGITAL #1-3, & TECH JACKET (2014) #1-12.

(W) Brian Michael Bendis (A) Sara Pichelli & Various (CA) David Lafuente 'At the apex of his record-breaking, industry-redefining run on Ultimate Spider-Man, author Brian Michael Bendis shocked the world with the death of Peter Parker, with repercussions both in the Ultimate Universe and the real world! Brace yourself for one of the most tragic and impactful moments in comic-book history as the Spider-Man of the Ultimate Universe gives his life for the ones he loves! Eisner Award-winning writer Brian Michael Bendis spun the tale of young Peter Parker for more than ten years. Under his pen, the neophyte Spider-Man blossomed from an awkward and gangly schoolboy into a tried-and-true hero, an inspiration to a world of ultimate wonder. But all stories must come to an end. And as shadows gather, villains plot and heroes clash, Peter's final story will unfold. It's the death of Spider-Man, and the ending will shock you! Plus: Bendis unites with some of the biggest talents in comic books to team up Spider-Man with fellow Ultimate heroes - everyone from Iron Man and Wolverine to Shang-Chi and the Man-Thing! COLLECTING: Ultimate Spider-Man (2009) 150-160, Ultimate Fallout (2011) 1, Ultimate Marvel Team-Up (2001) 1-16, Ultimate Spider-Man Super Special (2002) 1; material from Ultimate Fallout (2011) 2, 4, 6' Rated T+

(W) Brian Michael Bendis (A) Sara Pichelli & Various (CA) Mark Bagley 'At the apex of his record-breaking, industry-redefining run on Ultimate Spider-Man, author Brian Michael Bendis shocked the world with the death of Peter Parker, with repercussions both in the Ultimate Universe and the real world! Brace yourself for one of the most tragic and impactful moments in comic-book history as the Spider-Man of the Ultimate Universe gives his life for the ones he loves! Eisner Award-winning writer Brian Michael Bendis spun the tale of young Peter Parker for more than ten years. Under his pen, the neophyte Spider-Man blossomed from an awkward and gangly schoolboy into a tried-and-true hero, an inspiration to a world of ultimate wonder. But all stories must come to an end. And as shadows gather, villains plot and heroes clash, Peter's final story will unfold. It's the death of Spider-Man, and the ending will shock you! Plus: Bendis unites with some of the biggest talents in comic books to team up Spider-Man with fellow Ultimate heroes - everyone from Iron Man and Wolverine to Shang-Chi and the Man-Thing! COLLECTING: Ultimate Spider-Man (2009) 150-160, Ultimate Fallout (2011) 1, Ultimate Marvel Team-Up (2001) 1-16, Ultimate Spider-Man Super Special (2002) 1; material from Ultimate Fallout (2011) 2, 4, 6' Rated T+

(W) Steven Grant (A) Mateus Santolouco; Emilio Laiso 20 For 20! Celebrate 20 years of BOOM! Studios with the full action-packed saga that inspired the Hollywood blockbuster, collected in its entirety for the very first time.It shouldn’t be complicated, it’s just robbing a bank. Unfortunately for Trench and Steadman, neither knows that the other is working undercover. Even more unfortunately, the $50 million that they’re stealing doesn’t actually belong to the mob and has set them in the sights of an even greater threat!The ultimate team-up between two loose cannons for the DEA and Naval Intelligence that has them blasting their way through the Southwest looking to clear their names! But when they can’t trust anyone else, can they trust each other? And what happens when it’s not just the mobs and the Feds after them, but the Russians and a mysterious Third Gun after them too?The twisty, turny, buddy-cop-gone-wrong crime romp by Steven Grant (The Punisher) and artists Mateus Santolouco (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles) and Emilio Laiso (Star Wars: Doctor Aphra) in a complete collection for the first time!Collects 2 Guns #1-5 and 3 Guns #1-6.

(W) Shiho Sato (A) Kiki Emoda Two high school girls begin a drama club as a way to share Sakura's storeis and in the process create a platform for helping each other shine!Shy, mousy Sakura Akutsu is content to keep her adventures confined to the pages of her notebook-until the brash, outgoing new transfer student Tsubame Hiiragi gets her hands on it, that is. The two secretly share the stories Sakura spins, but soon that secret proves too big to keep, and Tsubame whisks Sakura into a glittering world she could never have imagined!As Sakura learns to be confident in who she is and ignore what others think, Tsubame learns to go below the surface and dig deep for emotional truths that may have eluded her... Together they'll learn about art, love, truth, and most of all, the theater...!This creative and emotionally rich series uses every visual tool available to express the confusion and elation of adolescence.

(W) Touya (A) Mahito Aobe (CT) Chibi THE MORE THE MERRIER!Having helped fulfill Cyril's long-held wish to improve relations between Sutherland and the Náv Kingdom Black Dragon Knights, Fia's training period finally draws to a close and she is now a knight! Though eager to begin her official duties, she takes an extended leave of absence to visit her elder sister, Oria, at Blackpeak Mountain, as well as her former companion, the black dragon Zavilia. However, she encounters a familiar pair of siblings along the way. What surprises does this unexpected reunion hold?

(W) Katsuhiro Otomo The epic, timeless hit that inspired the legendary anime film and made the word manga part of the global vocabulary returns in a new hardcover edition. The AKIRA Hardcover Collection features the original right-to-left manga reading format and Katsuhiro Otomo's original, hand-drawn sound effects in a beautiful, large-sized collectible edition.Suffering the fate that beset its namesake three decades earlier, twenty-first-century Neo-Tokyo lies in ruin. Set off by the bullet of a would-be assassin, the godlike telekinetic fury of the superhuman child Akira has once again demolished in seconds that which took decades and untold billions to build. Now cut off from the rest of the world, the Great Tokyo Empire rises, with Akira its king, the psychic juggernaut Tetsuo its mad prime minister, and a growing army of fanatic acolytes ready to go to any length to please their masters. Forces on the outside still search for a way to stop Akira, and the answer may lie in the hands of the mysterious Lady Miyako, a powerful member of Akira's paranormal brotherhood. But the solution to harnessing Akira may ultimately be more dangerous than Akira himself.

(W) Paul Dini, Ty Templeton (A) Ty Templeton, Rick Burchett, Various (CA) Ty Templeton THE DYNAMIC DUO RETURNS TO TAKE ON GOTHAM'S WORST. Following the success of The Batman Adventures comics series, The Batman & Robin Adventures continued to chronicle the exploits of the animated versions of Batman, Robin, and Batgirl as they fought Gotham’s deadliest villains, such as the duplicitous Two-Face, the unpredictable Joker, the alluring Poison Ivy, and more. Whether you’re a longtime fan of Batman: The Animated Series or just discovering it, this softcover is the perfect companion comic to the Emmy Award-winning show. Collects The Batman & Robin Adventures #1-10 and features an exclusive cover by Ty Templeton and Monica Kubina.

(W) Jeph Loeb (A) Various (CA) Tim Sale THE CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED SAGA THAT STANDS AS THE MOST INFLUENTIAL BATMAN STORY OF ITS ERA MAKES ITS TRIUMPHANT RETURN! Art by Tim Sale, Eduardo Risso, Bill Sienkiewicz and More In 1996, you thought you knew the whole story of Batman: The Long Halloween. Now, acclaimed writer Jeph Loeb presents the much-anticipated final chapter: The Last Halloween, a captivating new mystery. Each issue pairs Loeb with one of the industry's foremost artists, creating a stunning homage to the artistry and legacy of Tim Sale. Featuring art by Eduardo Risso, Klaus Janson, Mark Chiarello, Cliff Chiang, Bill Sienkiewicz, Enrico Marini, Dave Johnson, Becky Cloonan, Chris Samnee, Matteo Scalera, and Dave Stewart. Gotham City will come to fear Halloween once more! In a city of liars, masked vigilantes, and criminals...can anyone be trusted? Includes BATMAN THE LONG HALLOWEEN: THE LAST HALLOWEEN #1-10 and the final collaboration between Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale, THE LAST HALLOWEEN #0.

(W) Saki Aida (A) Yamimaru Enjin From popular Boys' Love author Saki Aida comes a romance novel between a beautiful aristocrat and the gladiator he falls for!Lucianus is a noble who believes that love is nothing more than a waste of time and energy. That is, until the day he's saved by the handsome and powerful gladiator, Dominatus. Suddenly, wasting time doesn't seem like such a bad idea-with the right company. Unable to confess the overwhelming feelings he has for his savior, Lucianus pays for a night of pleasure with Dominatus, triggering a series of sexy trysts between them. Lucianus craves the other man yet fears that, if their relationship is discovered, the vast gulf between their social standings could cause trouble.But when Dominatus is pitted against a gladiator favored by the emperor, he leaps into battle without hesitation, knowing the fight could cost him his life. Will Dominatus emerge victorious, or will love be lost to the sands of the arena before Lucianus can bare his heart?

(W) Eran Aviram (A) Aviv Or Tying into the hit Crystal Heart RPG and Savage Worlds, the complete Ennie award-nominated webcomic Crystal Heart is collected for the first time in print!Join four friends as they dive into the world of TTRPGs with their high stakes adventure in the world of Crystal Heart!In a world where everyone's heart is made of stone, special agents of an organization called Syn replace their own hearts with mysterious crystals that grant them unique powers, and team up to unearth more of these valuable artifacts around the world. One such team is on course to unearth much more: secrets within their own ranks, as well as the mystery behind the crystals themselves.Follow Rotem, Guy, Lily, and Game Master Nadav in a TTRPG actual play, as they weave an intriguing story about friendship, fantasy, and world changing magic. Be there with the players as they learn the game, roll dice, discover the world, and shape the narrative in pursuit of the secrets of the crystals.Tying into the hit Crystal Heart RPG and Savage Worlds, the complete Ennie award-nominated webcomic is collected for the first time in print! Written by Eran Aviram (City of Mist, Legend in the Mist) and illustrated by Aviv Or (Critical Role: Tales of Exandria—Artagan) Crystal Heart offers a unique look into the world of tabletop roleplaying games.

(W) Various (A) Various (CA) Dan Jurgens THE LANDMARK STORY THAT CHANGED COMICS FOREVER IS BIGGER THAN EVER! AND JAM-PACKED WITH GOODIES AND EXTRAS! Written by Dan Jurgens, Roger Stern, Louise Simonson and Jerry Ordway Art by Dan Jurgens, Jon Bogdanove, Tom Grummett, Butch Guice and More Experience The Death of Superman like never before, in its largest format to date! Featuring an extensive gallery of over 200 pages of never-before-seen artwork, brand-new essays, scripts, retrospectives, a trading card gallery, and more! This edition is housed within a resealable black polybag marked with the bleeding S, and features a funeral box with replicas of the memorabilia included with the Superman #75 Memorial Edition, a remastered reproduction of Newstime: The Life and Death of Superman, and new in-world artifacts from the event! Collects Superman: Man of Steel #18-19, Justice League America #69, Superman #74-75, Adventures of Superman #497, Action Comics #684, and pages from Superman: Man of Steel #17, Superman #73, Adventures of Superman #496, and Action Comics #683.

(W) Various (A) Various (CA) Dan Jurgens THE LANDMARK STORY THAT CHANGED COMICS FOREVER IS BIGGER THAN EVER! AND JAM-PACKED WITH GOODIES AND EXTRAS! Written by Dan Jurgens, Roger Stern, Louise Simonson and Jerry Ordway Art by Dan Jurgens, Jon Bogdanove, Tom Grummett, Butch Guice and More Experience The Death of Superman like never before, in its largest format to date! Featuring an extensive gallery of over 200 pages of never-before-seen artwork, brand-new essays, scripts, retrospectives, a trading card gallery, and more! This edition is housed within a resealable black polybag marked with the bleeding S, and features a funeral box with replicas of the memorabilia included with the Superman #75 Memorial Edition, a remastered reproduction of Newstime: The Life and Death of Superman, and new in-world artifacts from the event! For the Direct Market edition, the standard edition is held within Superman's tombstone--a recreation of the famous cover, with an openable hatch to bury the book. Exclusive to 1993 copies, this one-time-only set comes with a signed copy of Dan Jurgens' original design for Doomsday. Collects Superman: Man of Steel #18-19, Justice League America #69, Superman #74-75, Adventures of Superman #497, Action Comics #684, and pages from Superman: Man of Steel #17, Superman #73, Adventures of Superman #496, and Action Comics #683.

(W) Fei Tian Ye Xiang (A) Qian Er Bai (CT) LV FEI The full-color manhua (comic) adaptation of the hit danmei/Boys' Love novel--and in the same universe as Legend of Exorcism: Tianbao Fuyao Lu! A historical fantasy set in an ancient China where magic has been nearly extinguished, and two young men must work together to prevent the destruction of all life.It has been three hundred years since magic disappeared from the Divine Land. Chen Xing is the last Great Exorcist-a young man with a tenuous grip on magic whose life is destined to end on his twentieth birthday. As whispers about the return of the demonic entity known as Mara echo across the land, Chen Xing is burdened with a daunting task: to seek out his fated counterpart, the Protector Martial God, and together, to save the world.Enter Xiang Shu, a condemned man with a haunted past. Accused of unspeakable atrocities, Xiang Shu is an enigma-handsome, skilled, and facing execution for crimes he claims he didn't commit. As their destinies intertwine, Chen Xing and Xiang Shu embark together on a journey where the salvation of everything they know hangs in the balance.

(W) Sou Akaike (A) Maro Aoiro (CT) Kururi A FORMER CHILD PRODIGY'S USELESS MAGIC BRINGS HIM CLOSER TO HIS EASYGOING GOALS!After giving the neighboring villagers haven from their tyrannical lord and undertaking the construction of new dungeon facilities, Van is finally starting to see the signs of the easygoing life he yearns for! Even better, thanks to his victory over the forest dragon, he now holds the title of baron, a position that allows him to reform his territory without interruption from his family. As Van continues to expand and improve his land, his accomplishments also spur Arte, who has spent her whole life looking down on her own magic, into action. What new adventures await Van and his ever-growing list of allies?!

(W) KENT A gigantic monster returns to the town it ravaged years earlier in this poignant kaiju manga from the creator of the hit series Colorless. In the spirit of the classic Godzilla and Godzilla Minus One, GAEA-TIMA combines thunderous action and character drama with the social conscience and thematic complexity of the genre's post-war roots.A monster that people call GAEA-TIMA devastates a small, seaside town. Ten years later, the resilient community has emerged as a tourist destination, and Miyako, who became a local celebrity by surviving the attack, is making a living selling mini-replicas of the beast. But when GAEA-TIMA returns, Miyako and her neighbors will discover that their enduring connection to the creature goes deeper than tourism and trauma. Just what is the true agenda behind the attack of the gigantis? Are there more like GAEA-TIMA waiting for their moment?And is humanity capable of responding to violence with anything other than more violence?

(W) Sina Grace (A) Siobhan Chiffon 20 For 20! Celebrate 20 years of BOOM! Studios with the full supernatural coming-of-age classic, collected in its entirety for the very first time.Daphne Walters' Los Angeles story seems pretty common—she followed her high school boyfriend to college only to be immediately and unceremoniously dumped a thousand miles away from home. Her roommate doesn't want her around either, but fortunately one heart-broken night brings her to Rycroft Manor, an apartment complex with more roommates and drama than she had ever bargained for—and they're all ghosts!While helping out the long-lingering and new residents of Rycroft, Daphne has to deal with everything from angry spirits, the mystery ghost behind the basement door, and her college roommate Michelle trying to exorcise her new friends out of their own home! All while dealing with a complicated love life, a more complicated best friend-ship, and learning her place in LA!GLADD Award-nominated Sina Grace (Iceman, Superman: The Harvests of Youth) and illustrator Siobhan Keenan (Jem and the Holograms, KFC Presents I Love You Colonel Sanders) present a thrilling and fun tale about friendship, romance, and living your best (after) life that you won’t want to leave on read. Collects Ghosted in LA #1-12.

(W) Kouyu Shiki See what happens when evolution pits humans against one another and changes them into something monstrous in this action-packed, horror-filled manga!In a world where electricity equals power, Enlil is an outcast-born without the gift. But his dream of joining the elite Electrical Police Department keeps him going. When he's finally given a chance, he uncovers a horrifying truth: the powerless aren't just ignored-they're erased. Betrayed by the hero he once admired, Enlil is struck down. But death doesn't end his story. Awakened with dark, unnatural power, Enlil returns-not as a hero, but as a nightmare.

(W) Mo Xiang Tong Xiu (A) Marina Privalova (CA) Ruthie (kkcoocool) (CT) Moo HAUNTED BY SINFollowing the trail of a dismembered corpse, Wei Wuxian and Lan Wangji arrive at the gates of Yi City: an abandoned town shrouded in mist and restless spirits. A fiendish foe awaits them in the shadows, heralding a tale of heartbreak and tragedy. When the mysterious corpse's identity is finally revealed, the hunt for its killer plunges Wei Wuxian back into the depths of the cultivation world's politics, where he must keep his enemies close and Lan Wangji even closer.

(W) Maki Murakami Featuring both volumes of the sequel series Gravitation EX. - including Volume 2, never before released in English print! The iconic Boys' Love/BL manga series that inspired the anime. Seven Seas presents this romantic comedy of a rockstar and his novelist boyfriend in large-trim omnibus editions featuring an all-new translation!Shindo Shuichi and Yuki Eiri are back and headed to New York City to help heal Yuki's heart by visiting the grave of Yuki's first love. However, they discover more than just the past while there, and it changes their futures forever! Not only that, but the famous Ryuichi is now in love with Shuichi?!

(W) Ao Jyumonji (A) Eiri Shirai A GLIMMER OF HOPEThe sekaishu are everywhere, and people are dying left and right. For some, like Kuzaku and Setora, death is not even the end. With the No-Life King using Merry as a vessel, Haruhiro blames himself for the twisted state of the world-but there's light in the darkness. A much-needed reunion awaits him, and a new life is about to be born. Not only that, but an old legend about the sekaishu's origins may hold the key to saving Grimgar. Haruhiro and his friends must stand together and put an end to this threat once and for all!

(W) Neal Hallford Join in on an informative, exciting, and whimsical oversized full-color hardcover volume chronicling thirty years of the beloved fantasy strategy franchise, Heroes of Might and Magic!When New World Computing released the original Heroes of Might and Magic in 1995, players were elated to take control of bold heroes who led vast armies composed of creatures from modest peasants to fearsome Black Dragons. In the decades that followed, the games have only become more ambitious, featuring thrilling narratives, unforgettable art, and iconic gameplay. Now, readers can learn the secrets behind the development of each main game in the definitive turn-based strategy series through never-before seen art, documentation, and interviews with key members of the creative teams.The Heroes of Might and Magic: 30th Anniversary Retrospective takes fans of fantasy, turn-based strategy, and nostalgic gaming on an expansive expedition down the heroes' path and beyond. Explore the storied history of one of gaming's most fondly remembered series!

(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) Tom King (A) Various (CA) Greg Smallwood WHO KILLED CHRISTOPHER CHANCE? Art by Greg Smallwood, Rafael Albuquerque, Kevin Maguire and Mikel Janin Christopher Chance makes a living putting his life in the crosshairs to protect his clients. But this time, his luck may have finally run out. In his latest assignment posing as Lex Luthor, someone has successfully poisoned Luthor, and there is no antidote. With only 12 days to live, Chance decides he will not go quietly into the night. He's going to find out who wants Luthor dead so badly by following every lead and questioning every suspect, whether they're an arrogant space cop or an elemental femme fatale. Told in the style of a noir whodunit, The Human Target showcases why writer Tom King and artist Greg Smallwood are two of comics' most in-demand talents. This deluxe edition features a new cover by Smallwood, an introduction by King, and a making of section that reveals how this comics masterpiece was brought to life. Collects THE HUMAN TARGET #1-12 and TALES OF THE HUMAN TARGET #1.

(W) Umetane (A) Abi (CT) Fufukuro; Tsukineko A RACE AGAINST SLIME!The kingdom of the elves has been consumed by the Black Ooze, Queen Leticia has been captured, and an army of evil slimes oozes its way into Gewalt, land of the beastmen. Within Gewalt rests the mighty Hero's Sword that once banished the Demon King. Could it be the key to defeating the Black Ooze? Or will it be devoured by the coming monster horde?

(W) Paul Allor; Peach Momoko (A) Luca Claretti; Ig Guara (CA) Tokitokoro High-octane comic-book adventures spinning out of the hit video-game sensation!Explore the timestream-entangled world of MARVEL RIVALS with your favorite heroes and villains, including icons like Spider-Man and Venom – andnew sensations like Squirrel Girl, Peni Parker, Luna Snow and Jeff the Land Shark! In Tokyo 2099, the time rift has disrupted the Web of Life and Destiny,leaving the world's heroes to battle it out over the best way to fix it! When Krakoa throws a Hellfire Gala, the champions of the Multiverse assemble intheir finery to wine and dine the night away – but who invited Ultron?! Head back in time to ancient Japan and feast your eyes on reimagined legends,featuring costumes designed by superstar Peach Momoko! And Knull, the horrifying King in Black, exerts his symbiotic supremacy!COLLECTING MARVEL RIVALS #1, MARVEL RIVALS: HELLFIRE GALA #1, MARVEL RIVALS: IGNITE #1 and material from MARVEL SWIMSUIT SPECIAL: FRIENDS, FOES & RIVALS #1.