DC COMICS FOR NOVEMBER

BATMAN TITLES

BATMAN, INC. #1  (monthly)

Written by Grant Morrison, art by Yanick Paquette, covers by Paquette and Andy Kubert. Grant Morrison continues his earth-shattering run on the Batman titles with this exciting, new ongoing series! Batman, Inc.. marks the next stage of evolution for The Dark Knight. This can’t-miss series will star not just Bruce Wayne as Batman, but also a huge number of guest-stars! 32 pages, $3.99, in stores on Nov. 3.

BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT #1 (monthly)

Written by David Finch, art by Finch and Scott Williams, covers by Finch and Andy Clarke. Written by DAVID FINCH Delving into the more supernatural and esoteric areas of Gotham City, the 6-part storyline explores the horrific murder of one of Bruce Wayne’s childhood friendsÉand the terrible ramifications the brutal crime has on Batman’s life! 32 pages, $3.99, in stores on Nov. 24.

KNIGHT & SQUIRE #2

Written by Paul Cornell, art by Jimmy Broxton, cover by Yanick Paquette and Michel Lacombe. Our trusty heroes venture into rural England Ð or as they know it, home. But when someone starts using dangerous dark magic, they spring into action only to face a surprising and unassuming enemy. Can they take down a powerful magical enemy and still make it home for supper? 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 10.

BATWOMAN #0 (monthly)

Written by J.H. Williams III and W. Haden Blackman, art by Williams, Amy Reeder and Richard Friends, covers by Williams and Reeder. “I suspect that Batwoman is socialite Kate Kane. I intend to prove it beyond a shadow. I need to know if she can be trusted, what her motivations are. I’m going undercover.” Ð Batman: Mission Log Entry 2756 Featuring a unique story composition that combines the art of Williams and Reeder, this special #0 issue acts as a new introduction into the life of Batwoman! Things pick up roughly where the Batwoman: Elegy HC left off, and this issue acts as a primer for the upcoming new series featuring multiple creators! 32 pages, $3.99, in stores on Nov. 24.

BATMAN/CATWOMAN: FOLLOW THE MONEY #1 ( one-shot)

Written, art and cover by Howard Chaykin. The Cavalier Ð that’s the Z-lister with the swords, right? So how’d he manage to frame Catwoman for a run of burglaries? And how on Earth did he manage the more spectacular crime of cleaning out the Wayne Enterprises pension fund and framing Bruce Wayne for the deed? However impressive he may appear to be, The Cavalier will quickly learn that frame-ups like that cut both ways, as both Batman and Catwoman begin tracking the Gotham City villain in this stand-alone one-shot from comics legend Howard Chaykin! 56 pages, $4.99, in stores on Nov. 3.

BATMAN: ODYSSEY #5

Written, art and covers by Neal Adams. Batman knows his Odyssey must happen soon before he loses himself, but Deadman invades The Dark Knight’s world and only sees the inevitable crash and burn of his old friend. Should Deadman add to Batman’s “crash” — or hold off and give the Caped Crusader a few last moments of relative peace? This is Deadman we’re talking about — of course he’s going to step in! Oh, and there’s one more thorn in Batman’s side — in this issue, The Joker arrives! 40 pages, $3.99, in stores on Nov. 3.

GOTHAM CITY SIRENS #17

Written by Peter Calloway, art by Lee Garbett, cover by Guillem March. Catwoman’s been kidnapped, and now Poison Ivy and Harley Quinn must team up with Talia al Ghul and Zatanna to free her before she gives up her most valuable secret Ð a secret that will force Talia to desperate measures! 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 24.

BATMAN: STREETS OF GOTHAM #17

Written by Paul Dini and Fabian Nicieza, art by Dustin Nguyen and Derek Fridolfs, cover by Nguyen. With Bruce Wayne soon to return to Gotham City, the secret past lives of his parents Thomas and Martha have come back to haunt the family legacy! What bizarre experience in their past is connected to the horrible plan that Tommy Elliot has set in motion? Find out here in part 2 of the 5-part sequel to the best-selling ÒHeart of HushÓ! Plus, the start of a new Ragman co- feature, written by Nicieza! This 5-part story finds Rory Regan starting a new job at the city morgue as his tenement neighborhood is threatened by the Mayor’s Òrenewal planÓ and Firefly, an arsonist who might be on the city payroll! 40 pages, $3.99, in stores on Nov. 17.

RED HOOD: LOST DAYS #6

Written by Judd Winick, art by Jeremy Haun, cover by Billy Tucci. In this series finale, Jason Todd takes his final steps to becoming the Red Hood, and his last lessons are about to be learned. Confronting Talia al Ghul and meeting a new player who’s calling himself Hush are the tip of the iceberg as Jason readies himself to confront the one who Òmade this all possibleÓ Ð The Joker. Witness the end of the beginning right here! 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 3.

DETECTIVE COMICS #871

Written by Scott Snyder, art by Jock and Francesco Francavilla, cover by Jock. In “The Black Mirror” part 1 of 3, a series of brutal murders pushes Batman’s detective skills to the limit and forces him to confront one of Gotham City’s oldest evils. Plus, in the start of a Commissioner Gordon second feature also written by Scott Snyder, when a figure from the past returns to Gotham, Jim Gordon must face some of his darkest demons. 40 pages, $3.99, in stores on Nov. 24.

BATMAN #704

Written by Tony Daniel, art and cover by Daniel. Bruce Wayne may have returned, but when an aging but wealthy technology developer comes to Gotham with his beautiful daughter, it turns out he’s in search of a joint project with WayneTech. DNA tracking is the name of his game, and there are others interested in his proposal. But when the developer goes missing, Batman finds that his tracks stop in the city’s violent Chinatown neighborhood, where a new deadly Triad gang has taken root. Guest-starring I-Ching! 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 17.

BATMAN AND ROBIN #17

Written by Peter J. Tomasi, art by Patrick Gleason and Mark Irwin, covers by Gleason and Gene Ha. “Dark Knight, White Knight,” part 1 of 3. Bruce Wayne returns from the dead, and Gotham City finds itself locked in the grip of chaos! Dick Grayson and Damian Wayne come face-to-face with what could possibly be the strangest Bat Villain yet. Who is the White Knight, and why is he hell-bent on making Gotham City into Heaven on Earth? 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Sept. 15.

BATMAN CONFIDENTIAL #50

Written by Marc Guggenheim, art by Jerry Bingham and Mark Farmer, cover by Bingham. Presenting an extra-sized issue featuring the return of artist Jerry Bingham to The Dark Knight’s world for the first time in more than 20 years! In ÒSuper-PowersÓ part 1 of 5, we flash back to an adventure starring a younger, more maverick Batman as he faces a foe who had once tangled with the Justice League of America in the Orient! As an added bonus, a lost tale of the JLA featuring their first encounter with a villain from afar Ð the very same creature Batman tangles with in ÒSuper-PowersÓ in a story called ÒThe Case of the Vampire from Outer SpaceÓ! 56 pages, $4.99, in stores on Nov. 3.

AZRAEL #14

Written by David Hine, art by Cliff Richards, cover by Guillem March. Azrael returns to Gotham City! Now he must decide whether to continue his mission alone or accept the mysterious invitation to join the ranks of Batman, Inc.! 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 17.

OUTSIDERS #34

Written by Dan DiDio, art  by Keith Giffen, cover by Philip Tan. Geo-Force goes on the offensive and leads Markovia’s army into battle, only to come face-to-face with the male Amazon known as The Olympian. Meanwhile, after narrowly escaping death at the hands of Simon Stagg, secrets are revealed as Freight Train leads Metamorpho and Owlman across the northern border into Canada in search of their missing teammate, Black Lightning. 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 24.

BATGIRL #14

Written by Bryan Q. Miller, art by Dustin Nguyen and Derek Fridolfs, cover by Nguyen. The unsinkable Stephanie Brown’s second semester at Gotham U. starts like any other — new classes, new allies, a vigilante stalker Ð everything a gal could want! But what Gotham City’s Batgirl isn’t prepared for is the arrival of the mysterious ÒOrder of the Scythe.Ó Who are they, and why have they set their sights on her? ÒThe LessonÓ begins here! 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 10.

BIRDS OF PREY #6

Written by Gail Simone, art by Alvin Lee, cover by Alina Urusov. Dinah Lance struggles to clear herself of murder charges, leaving Huntress and Lady Blackhawk in Thailand to face the invincible Shiva without the aid of the Black Canary! And a major moment occurs in the lives of Hawk and Dove! 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 10.

BATMAN BEYOND #6

Written by Adam Beechen, art by Ryan Benjamin and John Stanisci, cover by Dustin Nguyen. Hush is about to take care of Batman’s Super-Villain problem forever Ð so why is Terry risking everything to stop him? Maybe it’s the Òscorched EarthÓ plan Hush hopes to unleash to complete his mission! It’s the earthshaking conclusion to our first trip back to Neo-Gotham Ð better hope it’s not the last! 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 17.

RED ROBIN #17

Written by Fabian Nicieza, art and cover by Marcus To and Ray McCarthy. How does the return of Bruce Wayne and the beginning of Batman, Inc. work into Red Robin’s plan to initiate an international stranglehold on crime? If Batman approves of everything Red Robin has set in motion, what will he do when his protŽgŽ decides to release the gang-leader-and-maybe-undercover-cop Lynx from prison? And guess which surprise guest star you’ll see when Red Robin takes a quick trip to Hong Kong! 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 10.

SUPERMAN TITLES

SUPERBOY #1  (monthly)

Written by Jeff Lemire, art by Pier Gallo, covers by Rafael Albuquerque and John Cassaday. Superboy is back in a brand-new ongoing series! Lemire and Gallo they take Superboy on a journey to a side of Smallville not even Superman knows about! What mysteries lurk beneath the surface of this all-American town — and what are their direct ties to Superboy? The start of the next great DC Universe epic begins right here! 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 3.

SUPERMAN #705

Written by J. Michael Straczynski, art by Eddy Barrows and J.P. Mayer, covers by John Cassaday, Yanick Paquette and Michel Lacombe. “Grounded” part 5 brings The Man of Steel to Des Moines, Iowa! A chance encounter, however, suddenly thrusts Superman back in time. So somehow he’s Superboy again, the world is on the brink of nuclear Armageddon, and it’s all his fault! 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 10.

ACTION COMICS #895

Written by Paul Cornell and Nick Spencer, art by Pete Woods, co-feature art by R.B. Silva and Denis Frietas, cover by David Finch and Batt. Lex Luthor has had an incredibly difficult time of it lately, what with fighting master assassin Deathstroke, avoiding being eaten by Gorilla Grodd, and even meeting Death herself! Now he’s finally back at his office in Metropolis, so he can relax a little bit – oh shoot, Lex, watch out for Vandal Savage and that axe! In the Jimmy Olsen co-feature, Superman’s pal has to convince a bunch of bloodthirsty aliens that Earth is too boring and staid to host the universe’s biggest (and most destructive) party. But how exactly is he going to do that? 40 pages, $3.99, in stores on Nov. 24.

SUPERMAN/BATMAN #78

Written by Joe Kelly, with art and cover by Ed Benes. It’s open season on the World’s Finest as it looks like all their worst enemies have joined forces to take down both Batman and Superman. Who could possibly be behind this carefully coordinated attack? 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 17.

SUPERGIRL #58

Written by Sterling Gates, art by Jamal Igle and Jon Sibal, cover by Amy Reeder and Richard Friend. Cat Grant is in trouble. And not just “missed her deadline and Perry White’s furious” trouble. Really bad trouble. And the only hero who she can turn to for help is the one she’s been bad-mouthing in the Daily Planet for months – Supergirl! Will the Girl of Steel let bygones be bygones? Or should this Cat hope she still has at least one more of her nine lives left? 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 17.

FIRST WAVE TITLES

FIRST WAVE #5

Written by Brian Azzarello, art by Rags Morales and Rick Bryant, variant cover by Eduardo Risso. The Bat Man, Doc Savage and The Spirit are all on the scene in Hidalgo uncovering the secrets of Anton Colossi and his floating city. But Colossi still has a secret weapon that could put them all in their graves…along with nearly everyone else on Earth! Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. 40 pages, $3.99, in stores on Nov. 3.

DOC SAVAGE #8

Written by Brian Azzarello and Ivan Brandon, co-feature written by Jason Starr, art by Nic Klein, co-feature art by Scott Hampton, cover by J.G. Jones. Doc’s Middle-Eastern adventure continues with a heart-to-heart with the Two Who Are One beside a burning lake of oil… and the revelation of a threat far greater than any weapon of mass destruction! In the Justice, Inc. co-feature, The Avenger is cutting a bloody chunk out of New York’s underworld while Smitty fumes in prison! But when those cell doors open, will he choose the path of righteousness – or the one that will put him right back behind bars? 40 pages, $3.99, in stores on Nov. 10.

THE SPIRIT #8

Written by David Hine, co-feature written by Walter Simonson, art by Moritat, co-feature art by Jordi Bernet, cover by Ladronn. The widow Ophelia Ottoman is the drop-dead gorgeous heir of one of the most powerful crime families in Central City. So why did she ever marry a loser like Jimmy Bauhaus? And why does she creep into Wildwood Cemetery each night to speak to his corpse? There’s a mystery buried with that dead man, and it’s The Spirit’s job to dig it up! And in the Spirit: Black & White co-feature, modern masters Walter Simonson and Jordi Bernet bring you “Gemini,” the tale of twin sisters nobody could tell apart…but where one is a good girl, the other is very, very bad indeed! 40 pages, $3.99, in stores on Nov. 17.

DCU TITLES

ADVENTURE COMICS #520

Written by Paul Levitz, co-feature written Jeff Lemire, art by Kevin Sharpe and Mario Alzquiza, co-feature art by Mahmud Asrar and John Dell, cover by Scott Clark and David Beaty. In the final issue of the first arc of “Superboy and the Legion: The Early Years,” for the first time – a Legionnaire dies! Learn how the consequences surrounding this brutal moment still affect the Legion today! Also, in The Atom second feature, Ray Palmer must protect his stash of white dwarf matter from the Colony! 40 pages, $3.99, in stores on Nov. 3.

BOOSTER GOLD #38

Written by Keith Giffen and J.M. DeMatteis, art by Chris Batista and Rich Perrotta, cover by Dan Jurgens and Jerry Ordway. What do Booster Gold and World War II have in common? Not a lot. What do Maxwell Lord and World War II have in common? Quite a bit, actually. Join Booster, Skeets and (Heaven, help us) General Glory as they take on Nazis, mad scientists and whatever else we can throw in. And Booster is forced to make a choice that could alter the DCU forever… 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 10.

BRIGHTEST DAY #13-14

Written by Geoff Johns and Peter J. Tomasi, art by Ivan Reis, Patrick Gleason, Ardian Syaf, Scott Clark and Joe Prado, covers by David Finch and Reis. Brightest Day continues with the search for a new White Lantern. And Martian Manhunter returns to Mars as we discover the origin of the creature mysteriously stalking him. Plus, the evil within Firestorm now haunts Professor Stein! And Hawkman: betrayed! 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 3 and Nov. 17.

DC UNIVERSE LEGACIES #7

Written by Len Wein, art by Dan Jurgens, Jerry Ordway, Brian Bolland and Scott Kolins, with covers by Jurgens, Ordway and Bolland. The unthinkable happens at the heart of the DC Universe when the world’s most beloved hero – Superman – dies defending us all from Doomsday! Meanwhile, Brian Bolland takes readers into the Time Pool with The Atom, leaving him face-to-face with the Demon in Camelot! 40 pages, $3.99, in stores on Nov. 17.

DOOM PATROL #16

Written by Brian Keene and Keith Giffen, art by Giffen and Al Milgrom, cover Matthew Clark. Horror author extraordinaire Brian Keene co-writes! Regular writer Keith Giffen also pencils! And the creative team isn’t the only thing going topsy-turvy in this issue, as strange and terrifying doppelgŠngers of Rita, Larry and Cliff appear to attack our heroes! 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 3.

THE FLASH #8

Written by Geoff Johns, art and cover by Scott Kolins, variant cover by Stanley “Artgerm” Lau. ÒReverse Flash Rebirth!Ó In this Flashpoint prelude, the epic telling of the origin of Barry Allen’s greatest foe, Professor Zoom! Eobard Thawne’s story is just beginning — and he intends to finish it with The Flash! 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 24.

FREEDOM FIGHTERS #3

Written by Jimmy Palmiotti and Justin Gray, art by Travis Moore and Trevor Scott, cover by Dave Johnson. Only the Renegades stand between the Freedom Fighters and the first artifact they’re searching for, but is the combined power of these villains too strong? With Uncle Sam out of the picture, our heroes may end up being the first witnesses to the death of America! 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 3.

GREEN ARROW #6

Written by J.T. Krul, art by Diogenes Neves and Vicente Cifuentes, cover by Mauro Cascioli, variant cover by Rodolfo Migliari. Green Arrow infiltrates Queen Industries to confront the Queen head-on. What shocking revelations will she reveal Ð and why is she wearing his mother’s ring? The answer may drive Ollie over the edge Ð again! And what lurks in the shadows that may spell the Emerald Archer’s doom? 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 24.

GREEN LANTERN #60

Written by Geoff Johns, art and cover by Doug Mahnke and Christian Alamy, variant cover by Frank Quitely. Brightest Day continues as the truth about the Indigo Tribe members is revealed along with their Entity: the enigmatic Proselyte. Plus, a special Green Lantern movie image! 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 24.

GREEN LANTERN CORPS #54

Written by Peter J. Tomasi, art and cover by Tyler Kirkham and Batt, variant cover by Patrick Gleason. The new ongoing art team of rising star Tyler Kirkham and dynamic inker Batt kicks this Brightest Day tie-in into high gear as Kyle Rayner attempts to recruit Sinestro in a mission to save his daughter Soranik Natu! But the leader of the Yellow Lanterns is more concerned with exterminating the Òalley ratÓ Emerald Warrior, and the pair face off in hand-to-hand combat! 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 17.

GREEN LANTERN: EMERALD WARRIORS #4

Written by Peter J. Tomasi, art by Fernando Pasarin and Cam Smith, covers by Rodolfo Migliari and Felipe Massafera. Green Lantern battles Green Lantern and a new villain storms the scene. But what are his plans and what association does he have with a tiny, mysterious hooded figure? Plus, Guy Gardner’s rage boils  up! 32 pages, $3.99, in stores on Nov. 10.

JLA/THE 99 #2

Written by Fabian Nicieza and Stuart Moore, art by Tom Derenick and Drew Geraci, cover by Felipe Massafera. Someone – or some thing – has taken over the minds of many of Earth’s civilian population. And to make matters worse, the JLA has also fallen victim! How can the 99 hope to stop an out-of-control Superman? Perhaps with Batman’s and Wonder Woman’s help, the young heroes of the 99 can actually make a difference! 32 pages, $3.99, in stores on Nov. 24.

JONAH HEX #61

Written by Jimmy Palmiotti and Justin Gray, art and cover by Jordi Bernet. Jonah Hex is many things to many people: a bounty hunter, a cowboy, a gambler, a stone-cold killer. But to Mai Ling, Jonah Hex is something else: her husband! Could this be true? Has Jonah Hex finally settled down? 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 3.

JUSTICE LEAGUE: GENERATION LOST #13-14

Written by Judd Winick, art by Joe Bennett and Aaron Lopresti, covers by Dustin Nguyen and Kevin Maguire. In issue #13, Max Lord sends his newest recruit to confront the JLI. But what happens when Magog tries to kill Captain Atom in a fight to the finish? Someone will die, creating repercussions that will affect the future timeline of Kingdom Come! In issue #14, the JLI has been framed for murder. Now, hunted by Checkmate and put on the world’s Most Wanted lists, our heroes are exhausted and pushed to their limits Ð which is why the Creature Commandos choose now as an opportune time to attack them! 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 10 and Nov. 24.

JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA #51

Written by James Robinson, art by Mark Bagley, Rob Hunter and Norm Rapmund, covers by Bagley / Hunter and David Mack. In ÒJustice League: OmegaÓ part 2, as the battle between the JLA and the Crime Syndicate within the Hall of Justice explodes into the streets of Washington D.C., a new villain bent on his own form of conquest prevents any other heroes from helping save the nation’s capital. It’s up to five members of the Justice League to save the city’s people, with serious repercussions for one Leaguer, who may turn to the dark side. In order to help their teammates, Bill and Mikaal must begin an odyssey across the world that will evoke memories of Prometheus. 40 pages, $3.99, in stores on Nov. 17.

JUSTICE SOCIETY OF AMERICA #45

Written by Marc Guggenheim, art by Scott Kolins, cover by Shane Davis and Sandra Hope. After one of the greatest terrorist attacks on American soil, the Justice Society remains behind to help rebuild in any way they can! But in contrast to their glory days during World War II, it appears the U.S. may not want the Society’s help. Luckily, that’s never stopped the World’s First Super Hero Team before! 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 24.

JSA ALL-STARS #12

Written by Matthew Sturges, art by Howard Porter and Art Thibert, cover by Freddie Williams II. The All-Stars are drawn into deep space, leaving one of their own powerless back on Earth with the task of trying to rebuild a normal human existence! Unfortunately, being alone leaves them vulnerable to an attack from within! 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 3.

LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES #7

Written by Paul Levitz, art by Yildiray Cinar, Francis Portela and Wayne Faucher and a cover by Cinar and Faucher. The first strike of Durlan assassins arrives on Earth! Their goal: kill the United Planets leadership as revenge for R.J. Brande’s death…while posing as Science Police officers! 40 pages, $3.99, in stores on Nov. 17.

THE MIGHTY CRUSADERS #5

Written by Eric Trautmann and Brandon Jerwa, art by Julian Lopez and John Lucas, cover by Stanley “Artgerm” Lau. As the full team gathers, so does the Durlan storm! It’s all-out war on Liberty Station as the Crusaders frantically search for a way to cease hostilities. But even with the last piece of the puzzle falling into place, it may not matter anymore Ð the enemies are at the gate! 32 pages, $3.99, in stores on Nov. 10.

NIGHTMASTER: MONSTERS OF ROCK #1    (one-shot) 

Written by Adam Beechen, art by Kieron Dwyer, cover by Bernie Wrightson. The Shadowpact has been kidnapped by an evil wizard, and it’s up to former rock-god Jim Rook, the Nightmaster, to save them. No big deal, really, but a far more horrifying threat looms: the world’s biggest Jim Rook fan is following him around, and this dirty old hippie just…won’t…shut…UP! A one-shot of supersonic proportions! 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 17.

POWER GIRL #18

Written by Judd Winick, art and cover by Sami Basri. Going toe-to-toe with her equal. Power Girl finds out that life isn’t always divine! Meet Divine: a powerhouse of a woman gunning to become Power Girl’s replacement! 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 17.

R.E.B.E.L.S. #22

Written by Tony Bedard, art by Claude St. Aubin and Scott Hanna, cover by Francis Portela. ÒTo Be a R.E.B.E.L.,Ó part 2! As the R.E.B.E.L.S. openly challenge the Green Lantern Corps for the hearts and minds of the galaxy, Starfire learns the horrifying truth about the Psions Ð the alien race that destroyed her people. 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 10.

SECRET SIX #27

Written by Gail Simone, art by J. Calafiore, cover by Daniel LuVisi. The confrontation you never thought would happen is here! It’s Bane vs. Scandal in a time-lost world, as the two Secret Six teams find themselves on opposite sides of a vicious war that could destroy Skartaris! 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 3.

TEEN TITANS #89

Written by J.T. Krul art and cover by Nicola Scott and Doug Hazelwood, variant cover by Frank Quitely. Heads up, Teen Titans! There’s a new hero in town, and while Damian might not want to join you, he’s more than happy to lead you! There should always be a Robin on the team, but if Damian is their only available option, maybe they’ll pass on having a Boy Wonder. Hopefully he’ll be able to help against the terrible menace of the rising villain, Headcase! 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 24.

T.H.U.N.D.E.R. AGENTS #1  (monthly) 

Written by Nick Spencer, art by Cafu and Bit, covers by Frank Quitely and Darwyn Cooke. Would you rather burn out or fade away? That’s the question at the heart of this bold new series about a group of people who, for one reason or another, are at their wits’ end until they’re offered a chance to become superheroes. The catch? Their powers will kill them. A fresh take on the classic comics property, starring a new batch of recruits brought in to take over the original agents’ mantles and make some difficult choices of their own — all while dealing with global threats the rest of the DCU doesn’t even know exist! 40 pages, $3.99, in stores on Nov. 10.

TIME MASTERS: VANISHING POINT #5

Written by Dan Jurgens, art and cover by Jurgens and Norm Rapmund. None of the Time Masters’ problems in the time continuum compares with what’s in store for them when they cross paths with the Reverse Flash! In fact, nothing will be the same for the entire universe after this fateful meeting! 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 17.

TITANS #29

Written by Eric Wallace, art and cover by Fabrizio Fiorentino. Deathstroke versus Batman! When a mission traps our deadly team in Arkham Asylum, they’re divided and confronted by some of Gotham City’s most notorious villains. 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 10.

WONDER WOMAN #605

Written by J. Michael Straczynski, art and cover by Don Kramer and Michael Babinski, variant cover by Alex Garner. As Wonder Woman continues her quest to find out exactly what happened to her current reality and who is ultimately responsible, she encounters the first of the three most deadly gods known to man. Together, they comprise…the Morrigan! 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 24.

ZATANNA #7

Written by Paul Dini, art by Jesus Saiz, cover by Stephane Roux. While touring the world with her father as a child, Zatanna was nearly killed by a sinister puppetmaster named Oscar Hempel. But Hempel died long ago Ð didn’t he? If he’s dead, then who’s pulling the strings of that remarkably evil-looking puppet over there? Don’t miss this twisty, creepy thriller! 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 17.

DCU TRADE PAPERBACKS

BATMAN: DEAD TO RIGHTS TP

Written by Andrew Kreisberg, art by Scott McDaniel and Andy Owens, cover by Stephane Roux. How does capturing and jailing super-criminals like The Joker impact the Gotham City Police Department Ñ and how far will one officer go when faced with new threats to his city? Find out in this title collecting Batman Confidential #22-25 and 29-30! 144 pages, $14.99, in stores on Dec. 1.

AZRAEL: ANGEL IN THE DARK TP

Written by Fabian Nicieza, art by Ramon Bachs and John Stanisci, cover by Francesco Mattina. In this title collecting the first six issues of the new AZRAEL series, a hired killer comes to Gotham City seeking revenge for crimes committed decades in the past, and Azrael faces an impossible conflict: What if God’s justice forces the hero to claim one of God’s servants? 144 pages, $17.99, in stores on Dec. 8.

BATGIRL: THE GREATEST STORIES EVER TOLD TP

Written by Dennis O’Neil and others, art by Gil Kane, Terry Dodson and others, cover by Alex Ross. Batgirl takes center stage in this collection, which includes her 1967 debut and various stories through the Ô90s! Includes stories from DETECTIVE COMICS #359, 396, 400, 422, 423 and 424, BATMAN FAMILY #1 and 9, LEGENDS OF THE DC UNIVERSE #10 and 11 and BATMAN CHRONICLES #9. 160 pages, $19.99, in stores on Dec. 15.

DC COMICS PRESENTS: BRIGHTEST DAY #2

Written by JOHN OSTRANDER and DAN JOLLEY Art by BRYAN HITCH, PAUL NEARY, DALE EAGLESHAM, WADE VON GRAWBADGER, JAMAL IGLE, ROB STULL, LARY STUCKER, DOUG MAHNKE and PATRICK GLEASON Cover by IVAN REIS and OCLAIR ALBERT Spotlighting Martian Manhunter and Firestorm Ð two heroes who returned after BLACKEST NIGHT as the BRIGHTEST DAY dawned in the DC Universe! First, Blue Beetle and Booster Gold guest-star in a story from MARTIAN MANHUNTER #24, while three travelers seek answers on Mars in the distant future in a tale from issue #11. Then, in an epic from FIRESTORM #11-13, Jason Rusch and Ronnie Raymond clash for the first time as they battle some of their greatest foes. 96 pages, $7.99, in stores on Nov. 10.

BOOSTER GOLD: THE TOMORROW MEMORY TP

Written by DAN JURGENS Art and cover by DAN JURGENS & NORM RAPMUND After fighting Black Lantern Ted Kord, Booster Gold finds himself lost in time, struggling to save his sister Goldstar from imminent death. However, when Booster rescues her from the timestream, he realizes that the sister he saved is not the same girl he remembers. Collecting BOOSTER GOLD #26-31. 160 pages, $17.99, in stores on Dec. 1.

THE BATMAN CHRONICLES VOL. 10 TP

Written by BILL FINGER, DON CAMERON and others Art by JACK BURNLEY, JERRY ROBINSON and others These stories from DETECTIVE COMICS #78-81, BATMAN #18-19 and WORLD’S FINEST COMICS #11 include appearances by Two-Face, the Cavalier, the villainous duo Tweedledee and Tweedledum, the Crime Surgeon and more! 168 pages, $14.99, in stores on Dec. 8.

BLUE BEETLE: BLACK AND BLUE TP

Written by WILL PFEIFFER and MATTHEW STURGES Art by MIKE NORTON, CARLO BARBERI and others Cover by RAFAEL ALBUQUERQUE Jaime discovers the source of the scarab and what it was designed for in these tales from BLUE BEETLE #27-28 and BOOSTER GOLD #21-24! 168 pages, $17.99, in stores on Dec. 22.

THE JUSTICE SOCIETY OF AMERICA: AXIS OF EVIL TP

Written by BILL WILLINGHAM Art by JESUS MERINO and JESSE DELPERDANG Cover by JESUS MERINO It’s all-out war as the leaner, meaner Justice Society of America confronts another intruder in their midst! But this time it’s bad news for their enemy, as he’s facing a team that has learned from its past mistakes in these stories from issues #34-40. 168 pages, $14.99, in stores on Dec. 1.

HITMAN VOL. 3: LOCAL HEROES TP NEW PRINTING

Written by GARTH ENNIS Art by JOHN MCCREA, CARLOS EZQUERRA and STEVE PUGH Cover by JOHN MCCREA Tommy’s talents are tested as he faces off against Western outlaws and an army of zombie sea animals in these stories from HITMAN #9-14. Also included is a hilarious confrontation with Green Lantern! 144 pages, $17.99, in stores on Dec. 22.

R.E.B.E.L.S.: THE SON AND THE STARS TP

Written by TONY BEDARD Art by CLAUDE ST. AUBIN, SCOTT HANNA and GERALDO BORGES Cover by KALMAN ANDROSOFSKY In this new R.E.B.E.L.S. collection featuring issues #10-14, the resurrected villains of the Black Lantern Corps battle The Sinestro Corps — with the R.E.B.E.L.S. caught in the middle! Meanwhile, Vril Dox and his team of renegades plot to stop Starro the Conqueror once and for all… 144 pages, $17.99, in stores on Dec. 15.

STARMAN OMNIBUS VOL. 6 HC

Written by JAMES ROBINSON Art by PETER SNEJBJERG and others Cover by TONY HARRIS In this final STARMAN OMNIBUS hardcover featuring issues #61-81 of the classic series, Jack Knight’s worst nightmare becomes reality, as Opal City burns to the ground and chaos ensues, with hundreds of villains seizing the chance to strike. Then, after a meeting with Superman and a last talk with his brother David, Jack must uncover the mystery of the Starman of 1951 — by going back in time to meet him face to- face! 544 pages, $49.99, in stores on Jan. 19.

SHOWCASE PRESENTS: OUR ARMY AT WAR VOL. 1 TP

Written by ROBERT KANIGHER and others Art by various Cover by ROSS ANDRU and MIKE ESPOSITO This value-priced collection features over 500 pages of war stories from the early 1950s starring a wide variety of soldiers in different settings, boasting, as the covers said, ÒExplosive battle action!Ó Collecting stories from OUR ARMY AT WAR #1-20! 512 pages, black and white, $19.99, in stores on Dec. 15.

SUPERMAN/BATMAN: BIG NOISE TP

Written by JOE KELLY Art and cover by ARDIAN SYAF In this latest volume starring the World’s Finest heroes from issues #64 and 68-71 of their hit team-up series, Superman and Batman must contend with a shape-shifting alien who is dead set on continuing a thousand-year-old war against Superman’s home planet of Krypton. 128 pages, $14.99, in stores on Dec. 8.

SUPERMAN: THE LAST STAND OF NEW KRYPTON VOL. 2 HC

Written by JAMES ROBINSON and STERLING GATES Art by BERNARD CHANG, JAMAL IGLE, PETE WOODS, JULIAN LOPEZ and TRAVIS MOORE Cover by DAVID FINCH The super citizens of New Krypton face an attack from a newly freed Brainiac, and it’ll take all their might Ð along with Supergirl and the Legion of Super-Heroes Ñ to survive the onslaught! This hardcover collects SUPERMAN: THE LAST STAND OF NEW KRYPTON #3, ADVENTURE COMICS #10-11, SUPERGIRL #52 and SUPERMAN #699! 128 pages, $19.99, in stores on Jan. 12.

TEEN TITANS: RAVAGER FRESH HELL TP

Written by DAVID HINE and SEAN MCKEEVER Art by GEORGES JEANTY, YILDIRAY CINAR and others Cover by YILDARY CINAR In these stories from FACES OF EVIL: DEATHSTROKE #1 and TEEN TITANS #71-76 and 79-82, Beast Boy and Raven return to the fold to help Wonder Girl stabilize the Teen Titans in the wake of their battle with the Fearsome Five. 144 pages, $14.99, in stores on Dec. 22.

TALES OF THE GREEN LANTERN CORPS VOL. 3 TP

Written by STEVE ENGLEHART Art by JOE STATON, BRUCE PATTERSON and MARK FARMER Cover by JOE STATON For the first time, these classic tales of the Green Lantern Corps from GL #201-206 are collected, with the Corps in battle against Star Sapphire, establishing their Citadel headquarters and more! 144 pages, $19.99, in stores on Dec. 15.

DC IMPRINTS FOR NOVEMBER

WILDSTORM TITLES

ASSASSIN’S CREED: THE FALL #1  (L.S. of 3) 

Written, art and cover by Karl Kerschl and Cameron Stewart. The monster-hit, historical fantasy/sci-fi Assassin’s Creed video game from Ubisoft breaks into comics with a stunning 3-issue series! Assassin’s Creed: The Fall follows 19th century Russian assassin Nikolai Orelov as he strives to claim an artifact of immense power from the hands of the Templars, leading to a climactic and violent showdown with the ruthless Tsar Alexander III aboard a speeding train! Meanwhile, in modern times, a troubled young drifter copes with unsettling visions of a possible past life visions that have irreversible consequences for the present. 32 pages, $3.99, in stores on Nov. 10.

THE AUTHORITY #28

Written by Tom Taylor, art by Al Barrionuevo, cover by Tim Seeley and Allen Martinez. Trapped by bloodthirsty aliens in a distant galaxy with billions of lives on the line, The Authority face impossible odds. Sarah Rainmaker will astonish, The Engineer will kick butt, Grifter will probably blow something up, Jack Hawksmoor will have to make a terrible decision, and Flint will put her fist through some squishy bits! 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 3.

DV8: GODS & MONSTERS #8

Written by Brian Wood, art by Rebekah isaacs, cover by Fiona Staples. The limited series comes to an end. The mystery of this Stone Age world is revealed, and the Deviants having their unity tested on literal fields of battle face a challenge that no sane person could expect them to pass. Second chances don’t come around often, and one member won’t receive one 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 3.

END OF NATIONS #2

Written by Ricardo Sanchez, art by Yvel Guichet, covers by Chris Sprouse and Karl Story. Based on the highly anticipated, massively multiplayer online real-time strategy game from Trion Worlds and Petroglyph! While leading his army to take out the Order of Nations’ devastating Typhoon gun, resistance Commander Shane Barrett has been captured by a rival faction. Shane’s mission and the very survival of the resistance  is at risk. Now, Shane must find a way to escape and warn his units they’re rolling into an ambush, or convince his captor that despite their differences, they should join forces to take out the Typhoon gun. 32 pages, $3.99, in stores on Nov. 24.

FRINGE: TALES FROM THE FRINGE #6

Written by Justin Doble, Christian Lavaf and Mike Johnson, art by Yvel Guchet and Darick Robertson, cover by Diego Latorre. Uncover Olivia Dunham’s early days in the Fringe Division and investigate a mysterious temple’s long-hidden secret in this final issue! 32 pages, $3.99, in stores on Nov. 24.

GOD OF WAR #5

Written by Marv Wolfman, art by Andrea Sorrentino, cover by Andy Park. Kratos and Alrik clash for the first time in an epic battle! But the outcome will weigh terribly on Kratos and come back to haunt him years later as the greatest threat to the God of War’s mission is about to be revealed. This tale spins out of the Sony videogame God of War III. 32 pages, $3.99, in stores on Nov. 24.

IDES OF BLOOD #4

Written by Stuart C. Paul, art by Christian Duce, cover by Michael Geiger. Valens and Ione take refuge with Ione’s sister, Zsoka, leader of the vampyre rebellion, but does she have more to do with the Pluto’s Kiss Killer than she lets on? Meanwhile, Scipio is turned into a vampyre, and Brutus hires a legendary vampyre-hunter to find Valens. 32 pages, $3.99, in stores on Nov. 17.

PLANETARY BOOK 4: SPACETIME ARCHAEOLOGY TP

Written by Warren Ellis, art and cover by John Cassaday. The final, spectacular collection of Warren Ellis and John Cassaday’s Planetary is now available in trade paperback! Collecting issues #19-27 of this unique series, Book 4 features the final battles waged by Elijah Snow, Jakita Wagner and The Drummer against the mysterious Four along with the surprise return of a key player no one could have foreseen! 224 pages, $17.99, in stores on Dec. 1.

RATCHET AND CLANK #3

Written by T.J. Fixman, art by Adam Archer, cover by Creaturebox. Artemis Zogg’s planet-stealing agenda is about to be challenged by the vaunted Galactic Rangers. But do they stand a chance against this brazen ex-bureaucrat? Are Ratchet and Clank prepared to make the ultimate sacrifice if they’re not successful? Find out as the origin of Zogg and Qwark’s role in creating this entire mess is revealed! 32 pages, $3.99, in stores on Nov. 17.

ROBOTECH: LOVE AND WAR STORIES TP

Written by Jay Faerber, Ken Siu-Chong and Tommy Yune, art by Long Vo and Jo Chen, cover by Yune. Collecting the six-issue mini-series from 2003 in which the romance between RDF fighter pilot Max Sterling and Zentraedi warrior Miriya is explored. Then, Lynn Minmay faces the trials and tribulations of stardom and romance as she films a motion picture. 176 pages, $19.99, in stores on Dec. 8.

THE TELARA CHRONICLES #3

Written by Ricardo Sanchez, art by Pop Mhan, cover by Drew Johnson. In the third issue of the 4-issue prequel to the highly anticipated MMORPG from Trion Worlds, Asha and her Guardian allies return to Port Scion triumphant. They’ve captured an ancient Eth device that could be the key to saving Telara from the invaders that threaten it. But their work is not done; minions of The Court of the Endless have been opening Death Rifts in an attempt to summon Regulos the Destroyer himself through the Ward. It’s up to Asha to stop them and give her companions time to learn the secrets of the device. 32 pages, $3.99, in stores on Nov. 17.

TOM STRONG AND THE ROBOTS OF DOOM #6

Written by Peter Hogan, art and cover by Chris Sprouse and Karl Story. Has the menace of the Dero robots been eliminated? Have Tom Strong and Albrecht returned to the present day? What happened to Dr. Permafrost? Will Tesla and Val ever get married? Join Peter Hogan and Chris Sprouse as they answer all these questions and more in the finale! 32 pages, $3.99, in stores on Nov. 3.

VICTORIAN UNDEAD II: SHERLOCK HOLMES VS. DRACULA #1   (L.S. of 5)

Written by Ian Edginton, art by Davide Fabbri, cover by Ryan Sook. A year after the defeat of Professor Moriarty’s revenant horde and the fire-bombing of London, restoration is well under way. Yet, from across the sea, ancient eyes cast their hungry gaze upon the still vulnerable capitalÉDracula is coming! Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson investigate the wreck of the ship, the Demeter its crew missing, the corpse of its Captain lashed to the ship’s wheel and soon realize this is merely the opening salvo of war from beyond the grave! Don’t miss this start to a bloodthirsty new 5-issue miniseries! 32 pages, $3.99, in stores on Nov. 10.

WELCOME TO TRANQUILITY: ONE FOOT IN THE GRAVE #5

Written by Gail Simone, art by Horacio Domingues, cover by Neil Googe. Tranquility recovers from their first attack, but the town’s on edge, knowing their enemy is somewhere nearby preparing for one last, apocalyptic assault. With time to reflect, Sheriff Lindo reminisces about her own terrifying connection to the monster she once knew as Derek Fury! 32 pages, $3.99, in stores on Nov. 10.

WILDCATS #29

Written by Adam Beechen, art by Mike S. Miller, cover by Tim Seeley and Allen Martinez. While the Earth screams and tears itself apart, the WildCats faces a final showdown with the man who wants to save the planet by destroying it. Meanwhile, Voodoo and Sir Edwin try to find out if there’s a Doctor around, because Earth is in need of some serious help. As prophesied, something big is headed to this decimated world, and our heroes don’t have much time to prepare for it. 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 24.

WILDSTORM PRESENTS #1  (TPB)

Written by Geoff Johns, Ed Brubaker, Brian Azzarello, Judd Winick and others, art by Doug Mahnke, Amanda Conner, Brian Stelfreeze, Jaons Pearson, Georges Jeanty and others, cover by Jim Lee. From the WildStorm vaults, a tremendous array of short stories featuring an incredible line-up of the top talent in the industry is collected in one place many for the first time ever! From original stories of super-hero hijinx, to gritty tales featuring WildStorm Universe characters, this is a must have for comics fans! 96 pages, $7.99, in stores on Nov. 10.

WORLD OF WARCRAFT: CURSE OF THE WORGEN #1  (L.S. of 5)

Written by Micky Neilson and James Waugh, art by Ludo Lullabi and Tony Washington, cover by John Polidora. The World of Warcraft comic series returns in time for a worldwide cataclysm! A series of grisly, animalistic murders have rocked the walled town of Gilneas. A famous detective sets out to discover the perpetrators and finds far more than he bargained for. To find the truth, he must delve through years of twisted history both the history of his family and Gilneas itself. This pivotal 5-issue miniseries explores the in-depth lore of the Worgen! 40 pages, $4.99, in stores on Nov. 17.

X-FILES/30 DAYS OF NIGHT #5

Written by Steve Niles and Adam Jones, art by Tom Mandrake, cover by Andrea Sorrentino. A terrifying reality sets upon Mulder and Scully as they realize they’re isolated and alone in the frozen Alaskan tundra. Surrounded by hundred of miles of nothing while a murderous, bloodthirsty clan of vampires closes in…is there a way out? Co-published with IDW. 32 pages, $3.99, in stores on Nov. 17.

VERTIGO TITLES

AMERICAN VAMPIRE #9

Written by Scott Snyder, art and cover by Rafael Albuquerque. The terrifying conclusion of Devil in the Sand ends with a bloody battle and a vampire who proves America ain’t the only country with a unique kind of bloodsucker. Plus, a shocking betrayal will change the lives and the relationship of Skinner and Pearl forever. And for vampires, forever is a very, very long time 32 pages, $3.99, in stores on Nov. 24.

DMZ #59

Written by Brian Wood, art by David Lapham, cover by JP Leon. During a hellish night of bombing, Matty lends his Liberty News secure phone line to DMZ citizens to reach out to loved ones outside the city a direct violation of his contract. Is this the beginning of a new, compassionate Matty looking to atone? Or are more cynical motives at play? ÒCollective Punishment ends here, setting the stage for the final year of the war in Manhattan. 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 17.

FABLES VOL. 14: WITCHES TP

Written by Bill Willingham, art by Mark Buckingham, Steve Leialoha, Jim Fern, Craig Hamilton and David Lapham, cover by Joao Ruas. While the meek flying monkey Bufkin is trapped in Fabletown’s collapsed business office with the evil witch Baba Yaga, Frau Totenkinder and the witches of the Woodland’s thirteenth floor prepare to deal with Mister Dark in what’s left of Fabletown. Collecting Fables #86-93! 192 pages, $17.99, in stores on Dec. 1.

HELLBLAZER #273

Written by Peter Milligan, art by Giuseppe Camuncoli, Simon Bisley and Stefano Landini, cover by Bisley. In 1979, alchemist and potential bride Epiphany Greaves has bedded the younger John Constantine, and now it seems this callow John is unwilling to help her return to the present day where the older model of our urban mage is about to be seduced by a sexy succubus! 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 17.

HOUSE OF MYSTERY #31

Written by Matthew Sturges, art by Werther Dell’Edeera and Marley Zarcone, cover by Esao Andrews. In this stand-alone issue, we’re treated to a complete Fig Keele, Teen Detective mystery illustrated by Marley Zarcone. Plus, the aftermath of the witches’ war is revealed, and an old friend returns (but not in a good way). 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 3.

I, ZOMBIE #7

Written by Chris Roberson, art and cover by Michael Allred. In part 1 of ÒVampires Suck, Gwen dines on the grey matter of a person who knew her as a child and things quickly get complicatedÉ Meanwhile, ghost-girl Ellie learns a few tricks from Amon the mummy, Spot the were-terrier goes to the comic shop and meets someone from Gwen’s past, the mad scientist Galatea engages in a bit of grave-robbing, and the monster-hunters tackle the town’s vampire problem once and for all. 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 3.

PETER & MAX: A FABLES NOVEL TP

Written by Bill Willingham, art by Steve Leialoha, cover by Daneil Dos Santos. The critically acclaimed prose novel from FABLES creator Bill Willingham — now in trade paperback! The tale takes place long ago, in the deepest dark of The Black Forest. Two brothers — Peter Piper and his older brother Max — encounter ominous forces that change them both irreparably. Thus begins an epic tale of sibling rivalry, magic, music and revenge that spans medieval times to the present day, when their deadly conflict surfaces in the placid calm of modern day Fabletown. PETER & MAX: A FABLES NOVEL features the prose of award-winning comic book writer Bill Willingham and the lush ink drawings of FABLES artist Steve Leialoha. The novel also reveals secrets of some of the regular FABLES series cast members including Bigby Wolf, Frau Totenkinder and Bo Peep, along with an 8-page comics story by Willingham and Leialoha! 400 pages, black and white, $14.99, in stores on Dec. 22.

MADAME XANADU #29

Written by Matt Wagner, art by Amy Reeder and Richard Friend, cover by Mark Buckingham. Final issue. Reeder returns for the series finale! Set in the New York City of 1966, Madame Xanadu and her new protŽgŽ, Charlotte Blackwood, ponder what the future may hold. According to The Phantom Stranger, they stand on the edge of a new age and the coming of a familiar team of heroesÉ 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 24.

NORTHLANDERS #34

Written by Brian Wood, art by Riccardo Burchielli, cover by Massimo Carnevale. In the middle of all the blood, all the burned churches, all the scorched land, all the fouled water, all the dead bodies, all the stinking battlefields, all the smoky skies, all the hate and pain and anger and prejudice, Erik and Ingrid encounter a moment of such pure and shining happiness that it overwhelms them entirely. Is it too late for redemption? Metal concludes here! 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 10.

RAT CATCHER  (GN)

Written by Andy Diggle, art by Victor Ivanez, cover by Lee Bermejo. According to underworld legend, the Rat Catcher is a peerless assassin who specializes in silencing mob snitches. There’s just one problem he doesn’t exist. At least, not according to the U.S. Marshals who oversee the Witness Protection Program… Now there’s a pile of dead bodies in a burning safe house outside El Paso. The Rat Catcher has finally slipped up, and a washed-up FBI agent has one last chance to hunt him down before he disappears forever. But as the two master manhunters spiral in towards each other in a deadly game of cat-and-mouse, each of them hides a secret from the other secrets that could destroy them both. A tense Vertigo Crime thriller that’s unrelenting to the very last twist. 192 pages, black and white, $19.99, in stores on Jan. 19.

SAGA OF THE SWAMP THING BOOK 4 HC

Written by Alan Moore, art by Stephen Bissette, Rick Veith, John Totleben and others, cover by Bissette and Totleben. The fourth volume collects issues #43-50, in which Swamp Thing’s quest for self-discovery comes to its shattering conclusion. A harbinger of doom has been released with the sole charge of waking an evil beyond comprehension, and John Constantine, Deadman, The Phantom Stranger, The Spectre and other masters of the occult must unite. 224 pages, $24.99, in stores on Jan. 26.

SCALPED #43

Written by Jason Aaron, art by Jason Latour, cover by Jock. Along the border between Nebraska and the Prairie Rose Indian reservation, Sheriff Wooster Karnow is a bit of a legend; at least according to him. In this stand-alone issue, when a grizzled U.S. Marshal comes to town on the trail of a dangerous fugitive, Karnow will have to prove he’s more than just a lot of talk or die trying. 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 24.

SWEET TOOTH #15

Written, art and cover by Jeff Lemire. Gus quickly learns that the path to freedom may be deadlier than captivity. But can he do what it takes to keep the hybrids safe? And just who are those feral Dog-boys that have been haunting Gus’s dreams since issue #3? These secrets and more finally revealed! 32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Nov. 3.

SWEET TOOTH VOL. 2: IN CAPTIVITY TP

Written, art and cover by Jeff Lemire. In this Sweet Tooth volume collecting issues #6-11, learn the heartbreaking story of Jeppard and how he went from devoted husband to ruthless mercenary. Meanwhile, Gus is held captive with other hybrid creatures in a camp where he meets a scientist studying the plague that’s wiped out so much of the world. 144 pages, $12.99, in stores on Dec. 8.

THE UNWRITTEN #19

Written by Mike Carey, art by Peter Gross, cover by Yuko Shimizu. New storyline! After the shocking return of Wilson Taylor, the Cabal audition a new assassin and Tom seeks out the source. The source of what? He’s not really sure, but it looks like a whale, and it’s apparently to be found in the Nantucket farmhouse where Moby-Dick was written… 32 pages, $3.99, in stores on Nov. 10.

DC DIRECT

DC DYNAMICS: SINESTRO STATUE

DESIGNED AND SCULPTED BY TIM BRUCKNER DC Direct’s exquisite statue gallery series featuring dynamic interpretations of classic superheroes continues into 2011! Award-winning sculptor Tim Bruckner has transformed his original designs of the most recognizable DC heroes into some of the most outstanding, upscale statues DC Direct has ever produced. Each statue features a base that captures the character’s interaction with the surrounding environment. In this seventh statue in the series, Sinestro rides the swirling yellow waves of fear, seeping into every pore, spreading terror in a cloud of dread. This hand-painted, cold-cast porcelain statue measures approximately 12” high x 6” wide x 3” deep and is packaged in a 4-color box. Limited Edition. On sale April 27, 2011 * Statue * $195 US

HEROES OF THE DC UNIVERSE: BLACKEST NIGHT LARFLEEZE THE ORANGE LANTERN BUST

Based on the art of Ivan Reis • Sculpted by Jean St. Jean The BLACKEST NIGHT continues in mini-bust form! Each month in 2011, DC Direct releases a mini-bust featuring a character from the hugely popular DC Comics’ epic BLACKEST NIGHT. Larfleeze continues the HEROES OF THE DC UNIVERSE: BLACKEST NIGHT bust line! The sculpture features Larfleeze atop a special base that displays the spectrum of Lantern symbols. The bust is hand-painted, cold-cast in porcelain, measures approximately 5.75” high x 3.5” wide x 3.5” deep and is packaged in a 4-color box. Limited Edition. On sale April 20, 2011 * Bust * $70 US

BLACKEST NIGHT: ORANGE LANTERN 1:4 SCALE POWER BATTERY AND RING PROP REPLICA SET

“MINE!” — Larfleeze the Orange Lantern Grabbed from the pages of BLACKEST NIGHT! Fueled by avarice to steal the identities of those he kills, Larfleeze (aka Agent Orange) is a hoarder of rings, a thief, a consumer of lives, a glutton for more … of everything. Insatiable hunger combined with a lust for power has addictive side effects. Beware the greed of the Orange Lantern. For nine consecutive months in 2011, DC Direct releases a 1:4 Scale Light-up Power Battery and Light-up Ring Prop Replica Set featuring a color from the spectrum of the hugely popular DC Comics’ epic BLACKEST NIGHT. A great companion piece to the HEROES OF THE DC UNIVERSE: BLACKEST NIGHT LARFLEEZE THE ORANGE LANTERN BUST! The Orange Lantern 1:4 Scale Power Battery and the Orange Power Ring sit in a translucent orange display and are removable from the stand. Both light-up. The Power Battery measures approximately 2.875” high (minus handle) x 1.75” wide x 2.375” deep and is made of PVC/ABS. The Power Ring fits most sizes and lights up when worn. The translucent orange acrylic display measures approximately 1.5” high x 2” wide x 3.25” deep. The set is packaged on a 4-color blister. On sale April 20, 2011 * Mini Prop Replica Set* $35 US

BRIGHTEST DAY SERIES 2 ACTION FIGURES

From BLACKEST NIGHT to BRIGHTEST DAY! They’re back for a reason. Comics’ biggest event continues as BRIGHTEST DAY burns away the BLACKEST NIGHT! In this best-selling follow-up, the white light has resurrected twelve heroes and villains. Though the exact reasons for their rebirths remain a mystery, each is destined to play an intricate role in the future of the DC Universe. Written by award-winning writers Geoff Johns and Peter J. Tomasi, BRIGHTEST DAY sets the stage for the next exciting era of the DC Universe. Martian Manhunter: 6.75” h Hawkman: 6.75” h Firestorm: 6.75” h Mera: 6.5” h All four figures feature multiple points of articulation and include a display base. Character-appropriate accessories are also included. 4-color clamshell blister card packaging. On sale April 6, 2011 * Action Figures * PI

WOMEN OF THE DC UNIVERSE SERIES 3: HARLEY QUINN BUST

Designed by Amanda Conner • Sculpted by Jim Maddox Puddin’ Pop! Harley Quinn’s a sucker for her Puddin’ – even at the cost of her own sanity – whatever sanity she has left, that is! Sitting atop a defaced deck of cards, the Queen of Crazy has had her heart broken one too many times. With a sly look, Harley’s ready to bite off a slice of sweet revenge. Designed by illustrator Amanda Conner, Harley Quinn is the latest character to join the popular WOMEN OF THE DC UNIVERSE bust series. The hand-painted, cold-cast porcelain bust measures approximately 5.5” high (to top of head) x 3.25” wide x 3.5” deep and is packaged in a 4-color box. Limited Edition. On sale April 6, 2011 * Bust * $60 US

AME-COMI HEROINE MINI-FIGURES Series 2

Sculpted by Sam Greenwell They may be tiny, but they are mighty… mighty cute, that is! The Ame-Comi Heroine Mini-Figures are here! Amazons and enemies – Wonder Woman, Donna Troy and Cheetah – are the second wave in an all-new, super-cute line of mini-figures, affectionately known as “mini-comis.” Based on the larger Ame-Comi Heroine PVC Statue line, these miniature Ame-Comi PVC figures are all brand-new sculpts! Wonder Woman hefts her axe over her shoulder, while wielding a sword in the other hand, Donna Troy strikes a bullets and bracelets pose, and Cheetah coyly cleans her claws and paws. Packaged in a 4-color window box with J-hook, each non-articulated PVC mini figure is sold separately, and includes a display base. Donna Troy: 5” h Cheetah: 5” h Wonder Woman: 5” h On sale April 13, 2011 * PVC Mini Figures * PI

COVER GIRLS OF THE DC UNIVERSE: WONDER WOMAN (ARMORED) STATUE

DESIGNED BY ADAM HUGHES • SCULPTED BY JACK MATHEWS Screaming for Vengeance! An armored eagle, Wonder Woman shouts a warrior’s battle cry. Golden wings for flight, with golden chest-plate, war-skirt and eagle’s head helmet designed to reflect the rays of the sun, blinding foes in their light. Carrying a Hephaestus-forged sword sharp enough to slice, the Amazon Princess epitomizes fierce in the midst of fight. Inspired by the cover to WONDER WOMAN #173, this statue is hand-painted, cold-cast porcelain, measures approximately 10” high x 8.5” wide x 5” deep, and is packaged in a 4-color box. Limited Edition. On sale April 13, 2011 * Statue * $99.99

DC SHOWCASE SUPERMAN/SHAZAM: THE RETURN OF BLACK ADAM DVD SHAZAM! MAQUETTE

Sculpted by Derek Miller “In your times of need, simply call on me.” — SHAZAM! Chosen by the wizard SHAZAM! to be the world’s protector, young Billy Batson becomes the World’s Mightiest Mortal. Battling alongside Superman against the nefarious Black Adam, Billy quickly discovers the challenge that all Super Heroes ultimately face – is he fighting for justice? – in this brand-new extra-length short. Four more favorite DC Comics Super Heroes – Jonah Hex, Green Arrow, Black Canary and The Spectre – face challenges of their own in this All-New Collection. This hand-painted, cold-cast porcelain maquette of SHAZAM! is based on art from the highly anticipated Warner Home Video made-for-DVD animated original short, SUPERMAN/SHAZAM: THE RETURN OF BLACK ADAM! Measuring approximately 9” high x 5.25” wide x 6.5” deep, this statue includes a 4-color Certificate of Authenticity and is packaged in a 4-color box. Limited Edition. *Quantities may be allocated On sale November 17, 2010 * Statue * $99.99 US