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+++++ IMAGE COMICS MARCH 2005 Direct from Image Comics, here are the publisher's solicitation copies and preview images for books which are due to ship in February 2005. IMAGE COMICS 86 VOLTZ: DEAD GIRL ONE-SHOT on sale 03.30 $5.95 one-shot black & white 56 pages written by BRYAN J.L. GLASS & MICHAEL AVON OEMING art & cover by MICHAEL AVON OEMING CONCEPT 86 volts. That's all this little powerhouse needs to spring to life. 86 volts of pure energy to perk her up and wake the dead. Who is 86 Volts? Where does she come from? What does she want? These questions lead to shocking answers, but don't tell 86, because she knows even less than you do. She awakes in a world of dreams from some previous unknown adventure that left her lifeless upon a gravestone awaiting a bolt of lightning to bring her back to life. What will happen when little 86 throws down and mixes it up against a witch and her evil fetus? When black science and white magic clash in a spiritual free-for-all, the only result is pure chaos. Teaming up once again following their novel QUIXOTE, writer BRYAN J.L. GLASS and artist MICHAEL AVON OEMING have concocted one super-charged little fairy tale that leaves no one standing following its no-holds-barred, knock-down, drag-out brawl of the living dead. This 56-page one-shot is chock full of action, poetry, darkness and redemption. What more could you ask for? Make sure your batteries are fully charged (and your dead are properly buried) before reading this issue of utter mayhem and fun. 86 VOLTS is (tm) & (c) MICHAEL AVON OEMING, 2004. All Rights Reserved. THE AMAZING JOY BUZZARDS #4 on sale 03.09 $2.95 monthly ongoing series black & white 32 pages written by MARK SMITH art & cover by DAN HIPP back cover by SEAN GALLOWAY CONCEPT The Amazing Joy Buzzards are a rock-and-roll adventure band to rival such legends as The Beatles and The Rolling Stones. It's all in a hard day's night to fight giant robots and evil witchdoctors, all the while exploring supernatural phenomena with the help of their mythical Mexican wrestler friend, El Campeon. THIS ISSUE "THE AMAZING JOY BUZZARDS GO HOLLYWOOD! PART TWO: GET BRANNIGAN!" LIGHTS...CAMERA...ADVENTURE! The gang travels to Hollywood to shoot a film and transform the Amazing Joy Buzzards into screen icons. At the studio, the kids run into Brick Brannigan, an internationally famous actor/stuntman. But a stunt goes terribly wrong and they soon discover that Brick's life is in danger. Biff and Stevo must solve the mystery and discover who's trying to bump Brick off and why. Could it be a terrible Tiki curse?! Meanwhile, back at the hotel, the band's manager Dalton has his hands full with an old flame! The Amazing Joy Buzzards are (tm) and (c) Mark Smith & Dan Hipp, 2004. All Rights Reserved. ARMOR X #1 on sale 03.09 $2.95 monthly ongoing series black & white 32 pages written by KEITH CHAMPAGNE art & cover by ANDY SMITH CONCEPT Carson Deeds is a seventeen-year old, emotionally troubled time bomb with a loaded shotgun underneath his bed and a list of classmates firmly in his aim. When a mysterious suit of high tech armor falls into Carson's unstable hands, he finds himself wielding the power to live out every revenge fantasy he's ever dreamt against a world that he feels has done him wrong. THIS ISSUE Can Carson possibly hope to rise above himself and use his newfound power responsibly? Or will he become the greatest villain the world has ever known? ARMOR X is (tm) and (c) Andy Smith, 2004. All Rights Reserved. BATTLE HYMN #4 (of 5) on sale 03.02 $2.95 five-issue monthly miniseries full color 32 pages written by B. CLAY MOORE art by JEREMY HAUN & DAVE BRYANT cover by JASON LATOUR CONCEPT 1944. In the waning days of World War II, at the dawn of the nuclear age, super-powered beings are emerging from the shadows of conflict, beginning with the arrival of the Artificial Man. The United States government has a plan to turn these beings into heroes. Too bad nobody told the heroes. THIS ISSUE The breaking point. The gruesome murder of a hero and a cutting betrayal spark the beginning of the end. One hero departs in anger, one hero decides it's up to him to end the war alone and one is assigned to stop that from happening. The stage is set for the end of the first Golden Age. BATTLE HYMN is (tm) and (c) B. Clay Moore, 2004. All Rights Reserved. BURGLAR BILL #4 (of 6) on sale 03.09 $2.95 six-issue monthly miniseries black and white 32 pages written & illustrated by PAUL GRIST cover by PAUL GRIST CONCEPT Bob Dylan once said that to live outside the law you must be honest. But then, he never found himself caught between the law and the villains! Everyone's after Burglar Bill and he never did anything wrong in the first place. Well, except for that whole burglar thing... THIS ISSUE Titanic Team-Up Issue! When young Granville goes missing, Burglar Bill and PC Stephen Hill have to put aside their differences and search the sewers beneath the Blunkett Flats. But the only person they find is the guy who committed an armed robbery that morning...and he's not about to put his differences aside. This issue is an all-new, previously unpublished Burglar Bill story! BURGLAR BILL is (tm) & (c) Paul Grist, 2004. All rights reserved. CASE FILES: SAM & TWITCH #18 (RES) on sale 03.02 $2.50 monthly ongoing series black & white 32 pages written by MARC ANDREYKO art by EJ SU cover by GREG CAPULLO THE CONCEPT This is the second spin-off book featuring New York City police detectives Sam Burke and Twitch Williams, popular characters originally introduced in SPAWN. CASE FILES: SAM & TWITCH takes the crime noir world of Sam and Twitch to a darker level, featuring unique artwork and storytelling. THIS ISSUE "Ancient Chinese Secret, Huh?" Part Five of Six. The penultimate chapter of this story arc and the secret is revealed! Sam and Twitch have seen a lot during their careers, but nothing-and we mean NOTHING-could have prepared them for this! (Hint: vampires and heroin seem almost elementary compared to this one!) RETAILER WARNING: MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR ALL AGES CASE FILES: SAM & TWITCH is (tm) and (c) Todd McFarlane Productions, 2005. All right reserved. DEADWORLD #1 on sale 03.09 $3.50 bi-monthly ongoing series black & white 32 pages written by GARY REED art by VINCE LOCKE cover by VINCE LOCKE CONCEPT DEADWORLD IS BACK IN ALL NEW STORIES! IMAGE & DESPERADO are thrilled to announce the return of one of the oldest and most successful horror series in comic history. A supernatural plague has been unleashed on the world. Pockets of civilization face the darkest side of humanity, where science and technology are no longer their allies and where the power of reasoning is no longer their weapon alone. DEADWORLD is a story of horror and death, yet also one of hope and life. With over 50 issues previously published, now is the time to start anew with fresh meat! THIS ISSUE The zombies return to walk the earth, led by the sadistic and Harley-riding King Zombie! A group of teens, desperately looking for signs of civilization, not only have to hide from the mindless zombie hordes, they must also contend with the intelligent, talking zombie overlords that seem to control and direct the flesh-eaters! What key do these terrified kids have that could halt the zombie menace forever? Zombie fans will also rejoice in welcoming back the original DEADWORLD artist, VINCE LOCKE (Sandman, American Freaks)! DEADWORLD...there is no escape. DEADWORLD is (tm) and (c) Gary Reed, 2005. All rights reserved. DETONATOR #5 on sale 03.09 2.95 final issue full color 32 pages written by MIKE BARON art by GABE ELTEAB cover by JOE COMSTOCK CONCEPT Frank Grace attended the South Dakota School of Mines, learned to handle explosives and went to work for Grindcorps. Leasing a mine they knew to be played out, Grindcorps took out an enormous insurance policy, doctored Frank's charge so that it brought the mountain down on him, then collected his life insurance. Unfortunately for Grindcorps, Frank emerges weeks later, obtains plastic surgery in Costa Rica and returns to wreak his vengeance. The Detonator can explode anything from a skyscraper to a wine glass with no collateral damage. THIS ISSUE Frank tumbles into the dark night of the human soul when he decides to assassinate a crooked senator. But he's met his match in Bald Eagle, a costumed vigilante dedicated to preserving law and order. DETONATOR is (tm) and (c) Mike Baron & Mel Rubi, 2004. All Rights Reserved. A DISTANT SOIL: CODA TP On Sale 03.23 $17.95 trade paperback black and white 164 pages written & illustrated by COLLEEN DORAN cover by COLLEEN DORAN CONCEPT A young girl is born the heir to an alien religious dynasty. Possessing the power to destroy worlds with her mind, Liana is under an assassination order from the government of her father's homeworld. A foiled coup attempt results in a power vacuum that leaves this alien world without its treasured weapon. The aliens have no choice but to take Liana as their reluctant new Avatar. Only an angry slave and a small group of resistance fighters can free her and the universe from the dangers of her power. Colleen Doran is the artist of Vertigo's Orbiter, as well as such books as Sandman, Wonder Woman, Lucifer and the Legion of Superheroes. Over a decade in the making, A DISTANT SOIL: CODA is the fourth volume and penultimate chapter in this science fiction/fantasy saga. Collects portions of A DISTANT SOIL 32-37. Includes a selection of previously unpublished art. "Colleen Doran's A DISTANT SOIL series is a work of art as well as a labor of love. It's wonder-full, in every sense of the word." -Joan Vinge Hugo Award-Winning Author of The Snow Queen and Catspaw A DISTANT SOIL: CODA HARCOVER LIMITED EDITION on sale 03.30 $29.95 HARDCOVER LIMITED EDITION black and white 164 pages A hardcover limited edition of A DISTANT SOIL: CODA is also available. All previous volumes sold out quickly, so order yours early! This edition features a beautiful leatherette cover stamped with a gold foil illustration and signed and numbered in a limited edition of 250. A random selection of 50 books will also contain a personal sketch by COLLEEN DORAN inside! Packaged with a bookmark and a print of the trade paperback cover and sealed in an archival plastic bag with a foil seal, this is a beautiful, collectible volume! A DISTANT SOIL is a (r) and (c) Colleen Doran, 2005. All Rights Reserved. THE EXPATRIATE #2 on sale 03.02 $2.95 monthly ongoing series full color 32 pages written by B. CLAY MOORE art & cover by JASON LATOUR CONCEPT Jack Dexter is a man on the run. He knows who he's running from (the CIA), but he doesn't know why. All he knows is that he can't be caught, dead or alive. So his flight takes him across the globe in a desperate attempt to stay one step ahead of his pursuers. And that's a good thing. Because Jack won't like what happens when he's finally caught. THIS ISSUE Jack finds himself below the border, bleeding and scrambling to stay ahead of Conrad and Murphy, CIA agents with blood on their itchy trigger fingers. The local politicos are curious as to why two CIA agents are poking around in their quiet little country. Meanwhile, Jack discovers that a one-night stand isn't always a good thing. The CIA is getting closer, and Jack is getting slower. Sooner or later, he has to get caught...right? Right. THE EXPATRIATE is (tm) and (c) B. Clay Moore, 2004. All Rights Reserved. FLAMING CARROT #2 on sale 03.30 $3.50 quarterly ongoing series black & white 32 pages written & illustrated by BOB BURDEN cover by BOB BURDEN CONCEPT With no super powers to speak of, this free-wheeling, second- string, milltown hero usually just blasts his way out of a bad spot in a hail of gunfire and reckless violence. Then it's down to the nearest seedy bar or strip joint for the blue plate special and a night of brawling, carousing and wanton debauchery! America's first surrealist superhero! The poor man's H-Bomb! The pied piper of fun! From the creator of the cult-classic Mystery Men movie! THIS ISSUE The legendary Flaming Carrot returns in his brand new series from IMAGE & DESPERADO! Flaming Carrot solves the mystery of the pygmies in the woods who are constructing a giant ear out of French bread. The newswoman, who Flaming Carrot seduces in the last issue to avert bad press and character assassination, goes into a jealous rage when she learns of his upcoming date with a two-headed woman. The singing zombie runs amok and kills a man in a computerized dog suit. Also, Flaming Carrot pops some bubble wrap. FLAMING CARROT is (tm) and (c) Bob Burden, 2005. All Rights Reserved. FLIGHT, VOLUME TWO GN on sale 03.23 $24.95 full color 304 pages edited by KAZU KIBUISHI cover by JAKE PARKER CONCEPT The second volume of the widely acclaimed FLIGHT anthology. Featuring new stories by up-and-coming creators, established comics professionals and the original crew, FLIGHT VOLUME TWO continues the tradition of celebrating the graphic narrative medium. THIS ISSUE From the fantasy of a fading childhood romance in a small seaside town to the tale of a pair of monster hunters looking to make a quick buck to the allegory of a young robot finding meaning in his disposal, this new volume once again features stories for readers of all ages and tastes. Featuring stories and art by: BECKY CLOONAN, CHRIS APPELHANS, CHRISTIAN SCHELLAWALD, CLIO CHIANG, DON HERTZFELDT, DOUG TENNAPEL, ENRICO CASAROSA, HOPE LARSON, JAKE PARKER, JEFF SMITH, JEN WANG, JOHANE MATTE, KEAN SOO, KHANG LE, MATT RHODES, MICHEL GAGNE, NEIL BABRA, PHIL CRAVEN, RAD SECHRIST, RODOLPHE GUENODEN, SONNY LIEW, VERA BROSGOL and more! FLIGHT is (tm) & (c) KAZU KIBUISHI, 2004. All Rights Reserved. FRANKENSTEIN MOBSTER, VOL. 1: MADE MAN TP on sale 03.16 TP 19.95 limited edition HC $39.95 full color 256 pages written & illustrated by MARK WHEATLEY cover by MARK WHEATLEY CONCEPT Terry Todd was a good cop and he tried to be a good father. He named his daughter Terri and his dedication inspired her to become a Police Detective. But when he died, he became a monster with a body patched together from three ruthless mobsters. Now he fights for inner control against their evil souls in a conflict that could take this corrupt, haunted city and dump it deeper into hell. That is, unless his devoted daughter stops him first. THIS BOOK The critically acclaimed epic story of monsters and mobsters, corrupt police and crumbling tombs is now collected into a massive trade paperback. In one 36-hour period, Monstros City will be ripped apart by gang warfare and rioting monsters. It will be snared in dirty politics and dark magic. And for the first time, a stitched-together creature called the Frankenstein Mobster will stalk the streets seeking deadly justice. Includes many extras, additional art and comics, new story pages and detailed behind-the-scenes information, as well as deviant art by ADAM HUGHES, MIKE WIERINGO, GEORGE FREEMAN, MICHAEL AVON OEMING, SCOTT MORSE, ANGELO TORRES, ALEX NINO and BERNIE WRIGHTSON. Collects FRANKENSTEIN MOBSTER #0-7 Signed & numbered hardcover limited to 200 copies. FRANKENSTEIN MOBSTER is (tm) and (c) Mark Wheatley, 2005. All Rights Reserved. FREEDOM FORCE #3 (OF 6) on sale 03.16 $2.95 six-issue monthly miniseries full color 32 pages written by ERIC DIETER art & cover by TOM SCIOLI CONCEPT An alien despot targets Earth for conquest, concocting a sinister scheme to empower the dregs of humanity with a transformative catalyst that they may sow chaos and fear. Overhearing the warlord's insidious plans, a noble alien rebel escapes with the catalyst, hoping to imbue worthy men and women with powers that might allow them to turn back the tide of invasion. Based on the best-selling computer game! THIS ISSUE "DOUBLE TROUBLE" Introducing America's Newest Teen Idol, Liberty Lad! When Minuteman is arrested for crimes he didn't commit, it's up to the star-spangled squirt and his compatriots to clear their fearless leader's name before the city falls at the hands of Deja Vu's deadly army of doppelgangers! Plus, Pinstripe is back for a final showdown, but as the team faces off with the dapper don, a mysterious stranger stands in their way. Will he be friend or foe? FREEDOM FORCE is (tm) and (c) Irrational Games LLC, 2004. All Rights Reserved. THE IMAGINARIES #1 (of 4) on sale 03.16 $2.95 four-issue monthly miniseries full color 32 pages written by BEN AVERY art by MIKE S. MILLER & GREGORY TITUS cover A by MIKE S. MILLER cover B by GREG TITUS CONCEPT A child's faith is a powerful thing. It fuels the fires of his imagination, and that imagination can take on a life of its own. But what happens to the imaginary friends, the childhood superheroes, the playmates and stuffed animals when the children who gave them life no longer believe in them? They go to the Imagined Nation. Join Superhero G as he explores this strange new world populated by imaginary figments of billions of children around the world. Follow him as he meets strange and wonderful characters, the kind only a child could believe in, discovers a new purpose for his existence unbound by the imagination of his creator and feels free to become more than he could ever imagine. THIS ISSUE Tanner finds a new imaginary friend in his dad's old closet. As their relationship grows, Tanner's parents' relationship ends, and when that happens, Tanner believes it's time to grow up and stop believing in childish things. This includes his imaginary friend, Superhero G. But having been brought to life through Tanner's love and faith, Superhero G lives on in the Imagined Nation. The adventure begins here! IMAGINARIES is (tm) and (c) Mike S. Miller. All Rights Reserved. INVINCIBLE #22 on sale 03.09 $2.95 monthly ongoing series full color 32 pages written by ROBERT KIRKMAN art by RYAN OTTLEY cover by RYAN OTTLEY & BILL CRABTREE CONCEPT Mark Grayson is the son of the most powerful superhero on the planet. Recently he's begun to inherit his father's powers, and in doing so, he has learned that everything he's been told is a lie. His father wasn't sent here to protect the planet, he was sent here to enslave it. The only thing that prevented him from succeeding was his own son. But he's still out there, and nobody knows when he will strike again. THIS ISSUE Mark and Amber's relationship is heating up now that they are in college and away from the prying eyes of parental supervision. Also in this issue, yet another person discovers Mark's secret identity. How does that Spider-Man guy do it? Oh, wait...never mind. INVINCIBLE is (tm) and (c) ROBERT KIRKMAN & CORY WALKER, 2005. All Rights Reserved. LIONS, TIGERS & BEARS #3 (of 4) on sale 3.23 $2.95 four-issue monthly miniseries full color 32 pages written by MIKE BULLOCK art & cover by JACK LAWRENCE CONCEPT A child's need for the comfort of a stuffed animal is rooted in a reality long forgotten by the adult world. Join shy Joey Price as he discovers his stuffed animals are more than he ever thought possible in this all-ages adventure. These magical companions have always defended children, but now they need Joey's help in stopping the dastardly plot of the evil Beasties, monsters bent on destroying the world's children. THIS ISSUE "FEAR AND PRIDE," Part Three Stranded in the Stuffed Animal Kingdom where his new toys have come to life, Joey just wants to get home again. But first he must help the Night Pride stop the newest plot of the evil Beasties, who delight in dragging children from their beds and spiriting them away. Soon Joey and his new friends find themselves entering the Haunted Forest in hot pursuit of the Beasties...but little do they know they're being drawn into a nightmare from which they may never escape! "This has all the ingredients of a truly incredible story." -Mike Kunkel, HeroBear and the Kid "Mike and Jack have crafted a book that confirms to the youngest of us the possibilities of magic in our world and touches the hearts of the oldest of us to remind us of the power and importance of imagination." -Mike Wieringo, Fantastic Four LIONS, TIGERS & BEARS is (tm) and (r)(c) MIKE BULLOCK, 2004. All Rights Reserved. LULLABY: WISDOM SEEKER #2 (of 4) on sale 03.02 $2.95 four-issue monthly miniseries full color 32 pages written by MIKE S. MILLER & BEN AVERY art by HECTOR SEVILLA cover by HECTOR SEVILLA CONCEPT LULLABY: WISDOM SEEKER is an all-ages romp through the fantasy worlds of children's fiction. This wonderful story focuses on beloved characters of childhood yore. Join Jim Hawkins, Alice, Pinocchio, Little Red Riding Hood and the Pied Piper as they join forces to stop a dark magic warping their world and discover who is behind the evil scheme. You'll never guess who the bad guy turns out to be in this fun-filled adventure! THIS ISSUE Jim and Pinocchio continue their quest to Oz, when they are sidetracked by a band of religious zealots who kidnap Pinocchio! At the same time, Red and Piper confront Grandma's kidnapper, who points the finger at Alice! An exciting, action-packed issue not to be missed! LULLABY: WISDOM SEEKER is (tm) and (c) Mike S. Miller and Hector Sevilla, 2004. All Rights Reserved. ------------------------ Yahoo! Groups Sponsor --------------------~--> Make a clean sweep of pop-up ads. Yahoo! Companion Toolbar. Now with Pop-Up Blocker. 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