THE TRUTH SURFACES!During Wim’s tryout with A-rank party Nachtlibelle, a super powerful boss attacked and things took a dire turn. Wim made a last stand and cast his most powerful buff on himself, granting unimaginable speed in both body and mind. With the boss defeated and everyone in Nachtlibelle safe, the party returns to the surface and declares Wim a hero. Meanwhile, Filburn’s guildmaster continues to narrow his investigation into who soloed a boss in Wim’s old party—the same one that kicked him out and now recklessly dives deeper into the labyrinth—Drachenflügel.

LIVING (AND LIVE-IN) DOLLS!Gloomy robot otaku Akutsu Eita is now living with his high school idol—and honey trap robot—Agatsuma Makina! Two’s company, but when Makina’s younger sister (who's also a robot) shows up, three's a crowd! Eita’s apartment turns into a harem of high-tech machinery and seduction! Can he keep these malfunctioning robots, and his own virginity, intact?!

(W) Mauro Mantella (A) Rodrigo Rocha (CA) Nathan Birr A rom-com between a stoic monk in training vs the cutest girl in high school! Who will win in this heated battle of wills?Mona Kawai may have baked herself into a corner. After her rival Asahi proves herself to be a ticking time bomb in the kitchen, Mona decides to help her make valentines for the boy they’ve both fallen for, Medaka, and winds up confecting an even more formidable competitor than ever. Not to be outdone, a newly-confident Tomo wastes no time doing recon for the perfect treat. Will Mona be able to find a way to make her chocolatey present stand out—and steal her sweetheart’s heart?16+

(W/A/CA) Mig Set within the video-game universe of Wakfu, the popular online role-playing game and animated series on Netflix! While the alchemist wizard Otomai waits alone on his island . . . Ogrest is on his way to Harebourg?s Castle to find Dathura, the divine doll he loves so dearly. Transformed into a fighter, he doesn?t know that he?s heading straight for trouble in the form of the Brotherhood. Dathura and Ogrest find themselves in the center of this secret organization?s plot!

(W) Garon Tsuchiya (A) Nobuaki Minegishi (CT) Kumar Sivasubramanian The manga that inspired the critically acclaimed 2003 film, Oldboy, from director Park Chan-wook!The intense, bare-knuckled noir manga thriller returns in a deluxe hardcover edition collecting the first four volumes of Old Boy in the original oversized format!Ten years ago they took him. He doesn't know who. For ten years he has been confined in a private prison. He doesn't know why. For ten years his only contact with the outside world has been a television set and the voices of his jailers. Suddenly, one day, his incarceration ends without explanation. Sedated and dumped in a park, he awakens free to reclaim what's left of his life and what's left is revenge.The Deluxe Edition features:New, noir-inspired cover made with metallic silver foil paperOversized 7 x 10 formatRibbon bookmarkFor mature audiences. Collects Old Boy Volume 1 4.

TIME TO STOP PLAYING HOUSE.With Oyama’s help, Akutsu was able to stay on track with her academics and not repeat a grade. As graduation draws near, however, Oyama’s mom wants him to come home to attend a nearby college. Determined to keep his apartment so he can continue staying with Akutsu, Oyama decides to find a job instead. Will Akutsu be as equally determined? Will she finally have the courage to tell Oyama the feelings she’s been too scared to confess?

FIRE FIGHT!Apo-Rou has taken his companions to the Flames Inferno Dragon Mountain, a God-Class Dungeon! In the very core of the volcano, he confronts the final boss—the Flame Dragon Empress. At the end of a fierce fight to the death where both use every attack in their arsenals, the time comes for a rank-up that could change the fate of Apo-Rou...and the world around him?!

(W) Joey Esposito, Stephanie Williams , Mary Kenney (A) Austin Baechle, Beth Hughes, Alison Acton and Sean Dove (CA) Erin Hunting Stroll along Sesame Street and join Grover, Bert and Ernie, Cookie Monster, The Count, the Amazing Mumford, and more of your favorite furry friends in adventures for readers of all ages! It?s another beautiful day on Sesame Street! And whether it?s Grover lending a helping hand, Bert and Ernie making room for new adventures, Cookie Monster hosting his first dinner party, or the Amazing Mumford?s magic trick going wrong, you can bet it?s going to be a day to remember! Sesame Street: Sunny Stories collects issues #1?4 of Sesame Street, with stories written by Joey Esposito (Batman: Urban Legends), Stephanie Williams (Wonder Woman: Black and Gold), and Mary Kenney (My Little Pony), with wonderful art by Austin Baechle (Rick and Morty), Beth Hughes (Dog Squad), Alison Acton (Animal Crackers), and Sean Dove (Brobots)!

(W) Geof Darrow (A) Dave Stewart Happy Anniversary to the SCU! Celebrating twenty-one years of the Eisner and Inkpot Award–winning highly-praised Shaolin Cowboy comics series comes this brand-new collection, featuring essential stories for all fans of the legendary and renowned artist Geof Darrow's brilliantly detailed artwork and Dave Stewart's beautiful colors.Collected in this special anniversary deluxe hardcover edition are The Shaolin Cowboy: Start Trek and the long out-of-print fan favorite Bourbon Thret comics from Comics and Stories, originally published in France by Moebius' publishing house Ædena. What lies ahead are over two hundred pages where every single panel is a work of art. You can look at these pages for years and always see something new in the details. Showcasing the essence of the Shaolin Cowboy over the last two decades, this commemorative and epic publication is a truly stunning must-have collection of art for Geof Darrow fans everywhere.

(W) Pat Mills (A/CA) Simon Bisley Sl?ine: The Horned God returns to print in a massively oversized edition just in time for the 35th anniversary of the ground-breaking and industry-altering story. Written by the character's co-creator, Pat Mills, and featuring fully-painted art the likes of which had never before been seen in the pages of 2000 AD. The Horned God is the definitive Sl?ine storyline. Its appearance in the pages of 2000 AD marked a creative high-point for the comic, and the work inspired artists for generations with its incredible painted scenes of epic battles evoking the work of Frank Frazetta. This anniversary edition has been rescanned from the original film, and printed at a size that more closely matches the actual artwork, so now you can become fully entranced by the art and story of the greatest Sl?ine epic.

(W) Kiwi Smith; Kurt Lustgarten (A) Leisha Riddel One master thief. One modern hacker. Two timelines collide in a stylish, high-stakes caper full of charm, brains, and retro flair!From the minds of Legally Blonde screenwriter Kirsten Kiwi Smith, co-writer Kurt Lustgarten, co-writer Amy Roy, and artist Leisha Riddel, comes the complete collection of the acclaimed crime-comedy series where espionage, fashion, and friendship never go out of style.When Brenda, a brilliant but awkward hacker from the late 90s, accidentally thaws out Mia Corsair an international cat burglar from the swinging 60s they find themselves the unlikeliest of partners. With fifty years of world-changing tech (and fashion) to catch up on, Mia's got unfinished business: the biggest heist of her career. Brenda's got the skills to make it happen, and maybe a few secrets of her own.As they navigate Y2K anxieties, high-tech security systems, and their budding team-up, these two smooth criminals plan the heist of the new millennium that is, if they can stay one step ahead of the law...and time itself.Collects Smooth Cri

(W) Fred Van Lente (A) Erik Tamayo (CA) Andrea Broccardo Spellbook librarians protect townsfolk from dangerous spellbeasts, sealing them in spellbooks that hold more than just magic, in this smart new fantasy series from the creator of Is Love the Answer? and Sayabito: Swords of Destiny, perfect for fans of Cardcaptor Sakura, and Witch Hat Atelier!A Kodansha Reader Portal Series: Made in Japan, published first in English!I don't need permission to take what's mine.Under the tutelage of Ruslan, the former captain of the Spellbook Library’s specialized sealing unit, Tohru and Yan begin honing their skills in sealing spellbeasts—with the ultimate goal of rescuing Shiro’s full form from the confines of the Spellbook Library’s shelves. But how are two library newbies supposed to compete against the Library’s entire sealing unit...?! Then, when a mysterious, powerful spellbeast the likes of which no one has ever seen appears in the capital, the public relations department joins forces with the specialized sealing unit to investigate the matter. But Adil, the

(W) Tom King (A/CA) Bilquis Evely THE AWARD-NOMINATED MASTERPIECE COMES TO COMPACT COMICS! It?s Supergirl like you?ve never seen her before, in a character-defining sci-fi/fantasy masterpiece from Mister Miracle writer Tom King and Wonder Woman artist Bilquis Evely! Kara Zor-El has seen some epic adventures over the years, but she now finds her life without meaning or purpose. Here she is, a young woman who saw her planet destroyed and was sent to Earth to protect a baby cousin who ended up not needing her. Just when Supergirl thinks she?s had enough, everything changes. An alien girl seeks her out for a vicious mission. Her world has been destroyed, and the bad guys responsible are still out there. She wants revenge, and if Supergirl doesn?t help her, she?ll do it herself, whatever the cost. Now a Kryptonian, a dog, and an angry, heartbroken child head out into space on a journey that will shake them to their very core. This volume collects the entirety of the eight-issue miniseries SUPERGIRL: WOMAN OF TOMORROW.

DEMONIC DUTYIn 1862, unrest broiled in the city of Edo, the movement to overthrow the shogunate growing stronger every day. While dealing with an evil sword, Jinya met Yasuhide Hatakeyama, a samurai of the Aizu clan who was loyal to the shogunate. This samurai has been using demons to keep the shogunate alive. With the country on a razor's edge, both demons and samurai are on the verge of extinction!

(W) Tom Scioli (A) Tom Scioli (CA) Francesco Francavilla An assassin in the world's deadliest wheelchair and his devoted sister carve an ultra-violent path to recovery across a slick, dystopic landscape in this action manga that fans of Chainsaw Man, Battle Angel Alita, and Dorohedoro will kill to read!The parapsychic duel between Nagi and Sensei on Guicheng Island is over, leaving the physical and mental landscape an utter ruin. Now our attention turns suddenly to three years in the past… Here, Nagi is Sensei’s prize student, a prodigy whom no classmate can match. What events led to Nagi and his sister fleeing the academy and incurring the wrath of the world’s deadliest being?

(W) Alice Darrow (A) Alice Darrow; Hugo Blanc; Frank Cvetkovic Alice Darrow (Futurama, Disenchantment, Exploding Kittens) brings her animation talents to comics with Tramps of the Apocalypse!Welcome to the future. Earth may be a glorified landfill ruled by Neo-Reaganism, testosterone, and off-brand ED medication but Earth's apex predator remains: big, buxom, bountiful, bodacious, beastly, bone-chilling, blood-curdling…WOMEN.The year is 2094, and men rule the world. So what has changed in seventy years, you ask?Following the ten-year Sildenafil wars of 2053, Earth has become a barren wasteland. Factions of surviving men led by “Quest Ragnor, King of Males” have taken over the remnants of cities and towns across the globe, capturing and enslaving all women…Well, all women except for three super bimbos with unparalleled bloodlust and an unquenchable thirst for violence: Baby, Belladonna, and Babette. Unwilling to bend to the whims and desires of the buffoons in charge, too slippery to be caught, and too sexy for chains, these three bangin' babes are at th

(W) Sylvain Runberg (A/CA) Mirka Andolfo New York's destiny is written in its depths? Alison Walker is a promising young painter in Manhattan. But she has a secret. She's also a witch. She and her family belong to the world of Under York, a mysterious, underground New York where five powerful clans of witches have reigned for centuries. These families with their strict codes of life, drawn from the country's main communities (African, Irish, Chinese, Mexican, and Amerindian) practice magic as powerful as it is dangerous. For generations, they have been hunted and persecuted. Today, they secretly influence life on the surface and its inhabitants. Their revenge is to participate in the destiny of a world that banished them. This is the universe in which Alison Walker grew up. The universe she fled and doesn't want to hear about anymore. Until fate catches up with her... Acclaimed French writer SYLVAIN RUNBERG (_Watchdogs, Warship: Jolly Roge_r) and superstar Harvey Award winner MIRKA ANDOLFO deliver a fascinating tale where urban fantasy takes root in the bowels of the world's most

(W) Touya; Yoimachi; Ren Sakuma Can one would-be villainess fend off multiple handsome suitors' advances to simply live a peaceful life? Or will the game force a happy ending no matter what?Romance blooms amidst battle as Luciana's dashing allies reveal their charms! When she storms the enemy's castle, Luciana is stunned to find her brother Saphir casually soaking in a bath! However, his cryptic behavior hides a fierce determination to protect her. Saphir is prepared to face the East Star alone, but Luciana won't let him go without her, and their shared bond could trigger a miracle!Plus, in the heat of battle, the gallant Commander Joshua pledges to protect Luciana--not out of duty but from the depths of his heart. Luciana may have sworn off love, but how is a girl supposed to resist when romance is lurking around every turn?

(W) Gus Moreno (A) Jakub Rebelka Father Barrera is a disgraced priest, haunted by his part in the tragic death of a child. As penance, he is exiled to the remote South American island town of Puerto Cristina to apprentice under the enigmatic Father Stygian, controversial exorcist.Exorcists are normally trained in the Vatican, but Stygian has his own way of handling demons... methods that predate even the Church. As Barrera seeks to unlock the mysteries of Stygian's strange practices, he uncovers an island rife with evil and supernatural phenomena.What do these possessions mean, and how are they connected to a mysterious hospital patient, one who's been in a coma for nearly half a century without aging a single day?Rising star author Gus Moreno, whose debut novel This Thing Between Us was awarded a Best Book of 2021 recognition by NPR, joins forces with visionary artist Jakub Rebelka (Cyberpunk) for a mesmerizing and thrilling descent into Hell itself.Collects When I Lay My Vengeance Upon Thee #1-5.

(W) Fred Van Lente (A) Erik Tamayo (CA) Ennio Bufi An adrenaline-filled manga set in a high school for delinquents who are now heroes protecting their town. A fierce, new student arrives at the school determined to fight his way to the top and become the strongest of them all. This edgy, action-packed manga is guaranteed to excite fans of Tokyo Revengers and other stories about high school delinquentsMatters of the Heart Sakura, carrying the hopes of his friends, faces off against Endo in a final showdown. As the all-out war between current and former Furin members reaches a dramatic climax, Endo reveals what he's really after. When push comes to shove, who will prevail—Sakura, fighting to protect what he holds dear, or Endo, fighting to satisfy his own desires?!An adrenaline shot of pure action!

SAVING THE WORLD WITH SEX AND SORCERYThe tale of Lena the heroine and Princess Sephilia’s adventures has reached a dramatic conclusion! The two have faced many battles in their quest to cure the curse put upon Lena, but when the former demon sister Clemantis attempts to ascend to the demon lord’s throne, they may have just met their match. Can the two settle their differences with the other demon sisters to protect yuri across the realm?The final volume!

(W) Mariko Tamaki, Delilah S. Dawson, Kevin Cannon, Christopher Hastings, Ryan North (A) , Ian McGinty, Jorge Monlongo, Zachary Sterling, Shelli Paroline (CA) Shelli Paroline, Braden Lamb C?mon, grab your friends and head to distant lands in this new Adventure Time compendium, collecting stories from some truly mathematical authors?including Mariko Tamaki, Delilah S. Dawson, Kevin Cannon, and more?as well as the radical Adventure Time shorts from the series? original run!? Crowning the Best Princess Ever, conquering a mysterious Hot Air Balloon Race & Vocabulary Refresher, navigating life with their very own doubles, finding a way to bring inspiration back to the pages of a comic book, cute puppies (cute puppies!!!)?. . . it?s just another day in the life of Finn, Jake, and all their friends in the land of Ooo!? These tales and more are waiting in the pages of this Adventure Time compendium, collecting issues #62?75 from authors Mariko Tamaki (Laura Dean Keeps Breaking Up with Me), Delilah S. Dawson (Sparrowhawk), Kevin Cannon (The Cartoon Introduction to Philosophy), Conor McCreery

(W) Mariko Tamaki, Delilah S. Dawson, Kevin Cannon, Christopher Hastings, Ryan North, Conor McCreery (A) , Ian McGinty, Jorge Monlongo, Zachary Sterling, Shelli Paroline (CA) Shelli Paroline EXCLUSIVE TO COMIC SHOPS! This hardcover edition of the Adventure Time Compendium Vol. 3 features cover art by Shelli Paroline & Braden Lamb. Allocations may occur.

(W) Bisco Kida Life has never been more perfect. Subaru Miyazawa and Tougo Amase are happily engaged, cherishing each day as they explore each other in all sorts of ways. When Tougo proposes they hold a small ceremony and take wedding photos. Subaru is elated but knowing Tougo's past, considers the weight behind the idea... Here's to their happily ever after...

(W) Zappon (A) Masahiro Ikeno, Yasumo Ares and Theodora have landed in Zoltan, ready to take back Ruti and fulfill their destinies! Meanwhile, Red, Rit, and Tisse head to the elf ruins to confront Godwin and find a way to save Ruti from her blessing. As the former members of the Hero's party cross paths once again, will it be duty or free will that wins out in the end??

(W) Carnby Kim (A) Youngchan Hwang FROM ONE KILLER TO ANOTHERJin Seon's high school life may seem normal from the outside, but a dark secret hangs over him: his own father is a serial killer! Despite wearing the mask of a philanthropic CEO, Jin's father is a murderous monster who's manipulated his son for years, even forcing him to serve as an accomplice for his crimes. But after his high school crush becomes his father's next target, Jin finds courage he never realized he had. He's determined to grow strong enough to fight back against his father, and with friends backing him up for the first time in his life, he has hope he can outsmart the demon waiting at home. But the world has more than one monster in it, and Jin's father might not be the only killer stalking the streets...

(W) Carnby Kim (A) Youngchan Hwang FROM ONE KILLER TO ANOTHERJin Seon's high school life may seem normal from the outside, but a dark secret hangs over him: his own father is a serial killer! Despite wearing the mask of a philanthropic CEO, Jin's father is a murderous monster who's manipulated his son for years, even forcing him to serve as an accomplice for his crimes. But after his high school crush becomes his father's next target, Jin finds courage he never realized he had. He's determined to grow strong enough to fight back against his father, and with friends backing him up for the first time in his life, he has hope he can outsmart the demon waiting at home. But the world has more than one monster in it, and Jin's father might not be the only killer stalking the streets...

BERSERK OF...DESTINY?At long last, the party arrives at Hausen, where Fate and the others are welcomed by Set, a childhood friend, and witness a remarkable recovery! The team thought they could collect information on Myne settings and have a chance to catch their collective breath, but then Libra appears before Snow, the true potential of the Gluttony skill is revealed, and a young boy’s destiny is set into motion!

(W) Aki Hamazi, Kumichou Kikuri Hiroi has two passions in life-booze and music. One day she's drinking in Kabukicho, the next day she's drinking at a powerboat racing event, and the following day she's drinking at?a high school festival...? Follow her alcoholic adventures in this second spin-off volume of the smash-hit manga Bocchi the Rock!

TO MEET SOMEONE IMPORTANT TO YOU ONCE AGAIN...There is a convenience store at the boundary between life and death, visited by humans who find themselves on the brink. What do they wish for there? What roads do they choose? And what decision must the store manager make in order to find her lost little brother?Includes the side story “Christmas Evil”!

(W) Kafka Asagiri (A) Shiwasu Hoshikawa, Sango Harukawa Dazai and Chuuya face Randou in a climactic showdown. Their opponent wields the former boss with his powerful skill, putting the two on the defensive. A final blow is struck, the past is revealed, and the Arahabaki incident draws to a close, but? to what end will the boys' decisions lead them?

(W) Ren Eguchi (A) Akagishi K When Mukohda Tsuyoshi is summoned to a world of swordplay and sorcery, he's pumped to go on the adventure of a lifetime! Just one problem: he's summoned by mistake!Not only is he not one of the three heroes, his stats are also laughable. Looks like he'll be averagely average in this world too... but given that the people of the kingdom seem the type to take advantage of their heroes, Mukohda's determined to make his own way in this new world.Mukohda aims to lead a comfortable life with the help of his unique skill, 'Online Supermarket'! But when he introduces the taste of modern cooking to the fantasy world, Tsuyoshi winds up with repeat customers who just can't get enough!

(W) Mark Waid; Kurt Busiek (A) Ron Garney; Dale Eaglesham (CA) Ron Garney A new era begins for Captain America, helmed by beloved comic legend Mark Waid!The world is happy to have Captain America back but as his popularity rises and a wave of “Capmania” reaches a dangerous fever pitch, is something sinister going on behind the scenes? Meanwhile, when Cap's shield is lost at the bottom of the ocean, he must adjust to life without his signature weapon. And he'd better do it fast, because Hydra is rising with a bizarre new leader. And the lord of the Dream Dimension is plotting to turn Cap's life into an American nightmare! Plus: Cap teams up with Iron Man to take on M.O.D.O.K. and crosses paths with the new Citizen V!COLLECTING: Captain America (1998) 1-14, Iron Man & Captain America Annual 1998, Captain America & Citizen V Annual 1998

(W) Seymour Chwast (A/CA) Steve Brower CHARLIE: Charles Chaplin, The Funniest Man in the World is a light-hearted comic biography of one of the most important cultural figures of the 20th century, suitable for young readers and adults, and lovers of early comedians and film everywhere. Chaplin, and his persona of ?The Little Tramp? was a celebrity known around the world. Humorously illustrated by legendary designer and illustrator Seymour Chwast, of Push Pin Studios fame, with text based on Chaplin?s own words by Steven Brower, told in the first person, CHARLIE celebrates the life and films of the multi talented actor, writer, director and film score composer. Chaplin?s film portfolio is wittily portrayed throughout, reflecting the subject?s whimsical approach to filmmaking.

THE BEGINNING OF THE ENDAkira, Kajikawa, and their allies make a daring move, using the akamitama to subdue the vampire god and launch him into space, heralding the first rays of dawn after a grueling night. But their hard-won peace shatters in an instant when Mina returns from China, declaring the start of the ultimate battle between humans and vampires. With the world on the brink, armies across the globe mobilize for a clash that will determine the fate of humanity itself. As this blood-soaked saga enters its explosive final arc, the stakes have never been higher—can humanity endure, or will the vampires seize their eternal reign?

(W) Akiharu Touka Sol won't give up. The Knights of Schwartz won't stop. So in order to protect both her beloved character and the world of her Dark History, Iana takes up the mantle of the Demon King-at least for now-to assist in the Knights in their quest to maintain the plotline at all costs! But traveling with Konoha and the others as their guide in the guise of Pervert Mask is a double-edged sword. If anyone finds out her true identity, it could mean her death? and the end of the world!

(W/A/CA) Hiroto Wada While fleeing the Galactic Federation, Stitch's spaceship malfunctions and he makes an emergency landing... not in Hawaii, but in sengoku-era Japan! Discovered by the brutal warlord Lord Yamato and his clan, Stitch's incomparable cuteness is no match for the battle-weary samurai, who decides to bring the 'blue tanuki' home with him. Will Stitch's love of chaos turn into a formidable advantage for the samurai's influence? Or will his cute and fluffy form disarm the noble lord's stern facade?

(W/A/CA) Hiroto Wada While fleeing the Galactic Federation, Stitch's spaceship malfunctions and he makes an emergency landing... not in Hawaii, but in Sengoku-era Japan! Discovered by the brutal warlord Lord Yamato and his clan, Stitch's incomparable cuteness is no match for the battle-weary samurai, who decides to bring the 'blue tanuki' home with him. Will Stitch's love of chaos turn into a formidable advantage for the samurai's influence? Or will his cute and fluffy form disarm the noble lord's stern facade?

(W/A/CA) Hiroto Wada While fleeing the Galactic Federation, Stitch's spaceship malfunctions and he makes an emergency landing... not in Hawaii, but in sengoku-era Japan! Discovered by the brutal warlord Lord Yamato and his clan, Stitch's incomparable cuteness is no match for the battle-weary samurai, who decides to bring the 'blue tanuki' home with him. Will Stitch's love of chaos turn into a formidable advantage for the samurai's influence? Or will his cute and fluffy form disarm the noble lord's stern fa?ade?