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DC UNIVERSE

INFINITE CRISIS #5
Written by Geoff Johns
Art by Phil Jimenez & Andy Lanning
Covers by Jim Lee & Sandra Hope and George Perez

The DCU shakes apart as Superman of Earth 2 finally confronts our
Superman. Meanwhile, heroes are disappearing throughout the DC
Universe, a transformed villain returns, and the mystics of every
world and dimension seek help from the very Spirit that is
destroying them. Retailers please note: This issue will ship with
covers by Lee & Hope (approximately 50%) and Perez (approximately
50%).

On sale February 15 . 5 of 7 . 40 pg, FC, $3.99 US


RANN/THANAGAR WAR: INFINITE CRISIS SPECIAL
Written by Dave Gibbons
Art by Ivan Reis & Marc Campos
Cover by Gibbons & Michael Bair

Infinite Crisis is here - and the Cosmic Storm rages out of
control, threatening the fate of the entire universe! While the
Rannian and Thanagarian flagships each suspect that the other is
responsible for the disturbances, Donna Troy must lead her team
of space champions into the cosmos in an attempt to prevent total
destruction. But as the war rages on, a startling discovery will
be uncovered, one hero will be forever changed, and another will
make the ultimate sacrifice.

On sale February 1 . 48 pg, FC, $4.99 US


INFINITE CRISIS SECRET FILES 2006
Written by Marv Wolfman
Art by Dan Jurgens with Jerry Ordway & Marc Campos
Cover by Ivan Reis & Campos

Don't miss this important side chapter of the Infinite Crisis
saga! Superman of Earth-2, his wife, Lois Lane of Earth-2, Alex
Luthor of Earth-3 and Superboy from Earth Prime: the last
survivors of Crisis on Infinite Earths. What happened to them
after Crisis on Infinite Earths is finally revealed here for the
first time by one of the masterminds behind that landmark event:
writer Marv Wolfman (New Teen Titans)!

Learn what these heroes have been doing, how they have changed,
and how their reappearance will force the DCU's heroes to
reexamine themselves. This is the one Secret Files you dare not
miss!

On sale February 22 . 64 pg, FC, $5.99 US


COUNTDOWN TO INFINITE CRISIS
Written by Geoff Johns, Greg Rucka and Judd Winick
Art by Rags Morales, Ed Benes, Phil Jimenez, Ivan Reis and others
Cover by Jim Lee & Alex Ross

Reoffered to coincide with Infinite Crisis Secret Files 2006,
this is the book that helped set the events of Infinite Crisis in
motion!

On sale Feb 22 . 80 pg, FC, $1.99 US . RELIST


PRELUDE TO INFINITE CRISIS
Written and illustrated by various
Composite cover

Reoffered to coincide with Infinite Crisis Secret Files 2006,
this volume collects the crossover story from The Flash #219 and
Wonder Woman #214, plus the lead story from Superman Secret Files
2004. Along with these are select pages from nearly two dozen
other DCU comics, with new text adding context to each story
sequence.

On sale Feb 15 . 96 pg, FC, $5.99 US . RELIST


ALL STAR ARCHIVES VOL. 0 HC
Written by Gardner Fox, Jerry Siegel, Bill Finger, Jon L.
Blummer, Ken Fitch, John B. Wentworth, and various
Art by Sheldon Moldoff, Martin Nodell, Bernard Bailey, Creig
Flessel, Chad Grothkopf, Jon L. Blummer, Everett Hibbard, William
Smith and Stan Aschmeier
Cover by Howard Purcell

From the Golden Age of comics - a special volume collecting the
early individual adventures of the members of the Justice Society
of America from All Star Comics #1 and #2 at a special price!

While All Star Comics #3 was unquestionably one of comics'
greatest milestones, issues #1 and #2 were also impressive in
their own right. Virtually every founding member of the (yet-to-
debut) original JSA lineup - minus Superman and Batman - was
represented in these individual adventures, and most of the
stories are written and drawn by their original creators. All
Star Archives Vol. 0 is the perfect preface to the 11-volume
complete reprinting of every JSA adventure from the Golden Age.

Now the entire body of these "All Star" exploits is in print and
available to all those who were there when they were published
the first time around - or wish they had been!

Advance-solicited; on sale March 15 . 144 pg, FC, $39.99 US


AQUAMAN #39
Written by John Arcudi
Art by Leonard Kirk & Andy Clarke
Cover by Brian Bolland

Aquaman has lost his kingdom for a second time, and chaos closes
in on the unsure hero in the form of Black Manta. It's a fight
that may make or break Aquaman, just as an important part of his
past reemerges.

On sale Feb 1 . 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US


BLOOD OF THE DEMON #12
Written by John Byrne & Will Pfeifer
Art by Byrne & Dan Green
Cover by Byrne

When Lucifer fell, he took one-third of all the heavenly host
with him to dwell in Hell! Now, they all want Etrigan!

On sale Feb 1 . 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US


BIRDS OF PREY #91
Written by Jim Alexander
Art by Brad Walker & Jimmy Palmiotti
Cover by Jesus Saiz

Guest writer Jim Alexander (Batman: 80-Page Giant) teams up with
guest artists Walker and Palmiotti (Manhunter, Catwoman) for a
stand-alone tale of a sought-after organ donor whose plight is
personal to two of the Birds!

On sale Feb 15 . 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US


BIRDS OF PREY: BETWEEN DARK AND DAWN TP
Written by Gail Simone
Art by Ed Benes, Ron Adrian, Jim Fern, Eric Battle, Eduardo
Barreto and others
Cover by Matt Haley

A new volume collecting Birds of Prey #69-75! Huntress goes
undercover to infiltrate a religious cult with a dangerous
secret, while Black Canary and Oracle uncover the true nature of
Sovereign Brusaw's organization.

Advance-solicited; on sale March 29 . 176 pg, FC, $16.99 US


DOOM PATROL ARCHIVES VOL. 3 HC
Written by Arnold Drake
Art by Bruno Premiani and Bob Brown
Cover by Brian Bolland

An amazing hardcover collecting Doom Patrol #98-105 and
Challengers of the Unknown #48 (1966)! Witness a new "unofficial"
member, a wedding, and the Challengers of the Unknown! Featuring
an introduction by comics historian Bill Schelly and a new cover
by Brian Bolland!

On sale Feb 15 . 240 pg, FC, $49.99 US


FIRESTORM #22
Written by Stuart Moore
Art by Eddy Barrows & Rob Stull
Cover by Jamal Igle & Stull

"Building a Better Firestorm" concludes as Jason Rusch and a new
partner must reconstruct the Nuclear Man - from the atoms up! But
with the Infinite Crisis raging, can Firestorm rejoin Donna
Troy's team in time? Guest-starring the DCU's newest hero:
Jason's dad!

On sale Feb 8 . 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US


GREEN LANTERN #9
Written by Geoff Johns
Art by Ethan Van Sciver & Prentis Rollins
Covers by Simone Bianchi & Ethan Van Sciver

The rematch you've been waiting for since the end of Green
Lantern: Rebirth! Strange deaths in Gotham City point to an all-
new Tattooed Man. But can Green Lantern and Batman work together
long enough to stop this artistic string of murders? Plus, Batman
gets a power ring? Retailers please note: This issue will feature
two covers Simone Bianchi & Ethan Van Sciver. Please see order
form for details.

On sale February 22 . 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US


GREEN ARROW #59
Written by Judd Winick
Art by Paul Lee & Dan Davis
Cover by James Jean

Arrow for arrow,bow versus bow, Green Arrow faces off against
Merlyn; and in the balance lies the fate of Star City's millions
of citizens! How many can the Emerald Archer save when at every
turn another deadly explosion rocks his beloved hometown?

On sale Feb 8 . 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US


GREEN ARROW: MOVING TARGETS TP
Written by Judd Winick
Art by Phil Hester, Tom Fowler, Eric Battle, Tommy Castillo and
others
Cover by James Jean

Collecting Green Arrow #40-50, guest-starring the Teen Titans and
Outsiders! Star City's underworld has been taken over by Brick,
who, along with the Riddler, wants Green Arrow dead! And Mia
Dearden, Green Arrow's new ward, also faces new highs and lows!

On sale February 1 . 256 pg, FC, $17.99 US


HARD TIME SEASON TWO #3
Written by Steve Gerber & Mary Skrenes
Art by Brian Hurtt & Steve Bird
Cover by Hurtt

The delusional serial killer Cutter settles in among State
Penitentiary's inmates, charming some and terrifying others - and
he's got a supernaturally strong effect on Ethan Harrow!

On sale Feb 1 . 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US


HAWKMAN #49
Written by Jimmy Palmiotti & Justin Gray
Art by Chris Batista & Cam Smith
Cover by Adam Kubert

Concluding the 3-part "Coalition in Crisis!" The repercussions of
the Rann/Thanagar War climax as Hawkman and Hawkgirl face their
feelings for each other with total annihilation looming ahead.
There's no turning back now, and the imminent Crisis may
determine their ultimate fate.

On sale Feb 8 . 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US


SHOWCASE PRESENTS: HOUSE OF MYSTERY VOL. 1 TP
Written by Len Wein, Robert Kanigher, Gerry Conway and others
Art by Bernie Wrightson, Neal Adams, Gil Kane, Alex Toth and
others
Cover by Joe Orlando

Do you dare to enter...the House of Mystery? Everyone who does will
find a full 22 issues of this classic DC series! Beginning with
editor Joe Orlando's first issue (#174), this 552-page black-and-
white trade paperback features a wealth of art from macabre
masters!

On sale Feb 8 . 552 pg, B&W, $16.99 US


JSA: BLACK VENGEANCE TP
Written by Geoff Johns
Art by Don Kramer, Keith Champagne and various
Cover by Alex Ross

Don't miss a new collection featuring JSA #68-75 plus pages from
#66-67! The Spectre, without a human host, is running rampant,
meting out a brutal form of justice encouraged by the new
Eclipso! Plus, Atom Smasher seeks forgiveness, Degaton's plan to
destroy the JSA is thwarted, and more!

Advance-solicited; on sale March 1 . 200 pg, FC, $??.99 US


JLA #125
Written by Bob Harras
Art by Tom Derenick & Dan Green
Cover by Daniel Acuna

The astounding conclusion of the 6-part "World Without a Justice
League!" The final confrontation between the man who tried to
bring the JLA back together and the man who's splintered the JLA
- perhaps forever- reaches its frenzied finale!

Green Arrow takes years of pent-up resentment (fueled by one of
the escaped Seven Deadly Sins, Envy, and the newly amplified Key)
and takes on the Batman for breaking up the League!

On sale February 8 . 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US


JLA CLASSIFIED #17
Written by Gail Simone
Art by Jose Luis Garcia-Lopez & Klaus Janson
Cover by Garcia-Lopez

"The Hypothetical Woman," Part 2 of 6. The fodder for General
Tuzik's "Anti-League" is harvested, while the mysterious disease
that's gripped the Flash sends him over the fevered edge! Can
Wonder Woman match the Speed Force gone mad?

On sale Feb 22 . 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US


JLA: THE GREATEST STORIES EVER TOLD TP
Written and illustrated by various
Cover by Alex Ross

Collecting some of the stand-out tales from the long history of
the World's Greatest Super-Heroes, from the Silver Age through
Infinite Crisis! Included here are Justice League Of America #19,
#77, #122, #166-168, Justice League #1, JLA Secret Files #1, JLA
#61, and the 3-page origin from JLA #200, pencilled by George
Perez!

On sale Feb 22 . 192 pg, FC, $19.99 US


JSA #82
Written by Paul Levitz
Art and cover by George Perez & Bob Wiacek

Legendary JSA writer Paul Levitz makes his stellar return to the
DCU with superstar artist George Perez (Crisis On Infinite
Earths, Wonder Woman) for an important chapter of Infinite Crisis
in a story featuring the members of original JSA: Superman,
Batman and Wonder Woman! Please see the Dynamic Forces section of
Previews for a signed edition.

On sale February 1 . 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US


JSA CLASSIFIED #8 & 9
Written by Peter Tomasi
Art by Don Kramer & Keith Champagne
Cover by Dale Eaglesham & Champagne

The spotlight shines on Wildcat and Flash! These two members of
the JSA star in a new story shipping twice in February by writer
Peter Tomasi (Outsiders, The Light Brigade) with art by the JSA
team of Don Kramer & Keith Champagne! A mysterious figure has
gained control of the Spear of Destiny, one of the most dangerous
artifacts on earth, and is using it to pit the two heroes against
each other!

Issue #8 on sale February 1; issue #9 on sale February 15 . 32
pg, FC, $2.50 US


JUSTICE #4
Written by Jim Krueger & Alex Ross
Art by Doug Braithwaite & Ross
Cover by Ross

The former supervillains announce their plans for the betterment
of humankind! But while they're behaving as saviors to the
populace, they strike out as adversaries their ultimate target-
the Justice League!

On sale February 15 . 4 of 12 . 40 pg, FC, $3.50 US


JONAH HEX #4
Written by Justin Gray & Jimmy Palmiotti
Art by Luke Ross
Cover by Howard Chaykin

The world's wildest western series continues! Hex has faced a lot
of tough choices in his life, but nuthin' harder than when he's
got to save the life of an absolute idiot...or die tryin'! Look for
lots of blood spillin' in this one, folks!

On sale Feb 1 . 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US


LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES #15
Written by Stuart Moore & Mark Waid
Art by Patrick Olliffe and Barry Kitson
Cover by Kitson

It's the Legion of Super-Heroes you thought you'd never see, as
the greatest heroes of the 31st century become the greatest
heroes of the Multiverse! Plus, the return of the ever-popular
"Letters to o the Legion!"

On sale Feb 22 . 40 pg, FC, $2.99 US


MANHUNTER #19
Written by Mark Andreyko
Art by Javier Pina & Fernando Blanco
Cover by Jesus Saiz

The Manhunter finally faces off against her deadliest foe - her
own father! Can Manhunter deliver deserved justice, or is blood
really thicker than water?

On sale Feb 15 . 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US


OUTSIDERS #33
Written by Jennifer Van Meter
Art by by Dietrich Smith & Art Thibert
Cover by Daniel Acuna

An Infinite Crisis tie-in by Jen Van Meter (JSA Classified) with
art by Dietrich Smith & Art Thibert! Arsenal's strike force
infiltrates a Society operation that's been targeting heroes
throughout the DCU - and this one's aimed directly at the Marvel
Family!

On sale Feb 1 . 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US


SGT. ROCK: THE PROPHECY #2
Written by Joe Kubert
Art and cover by Kubert

Sgt. Rock and the combat-happy Joes of Easy Company have seen it
all - but they've never been served with a mission like this!
Having picked up the "package" that could swing the war for the
Allied forces, Rock, Easy and their Partisan guides begin the
dangerous trek from Lithuania to Estonia. Little do they know
that what they're delivering could result in their own downfall.
Has Easy Co. finally met its match? Not if Rock has anything to
say about it!

On sale February 15 . 2 of 6 . 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US


SOLO #9
Written by Scott Hampton & John Hitchcock
Art and cover by Hampton

Join Scott Hampton (Batman: Gotham County Line) as he tells five
tales of horror, humor and hijinx! You'll meet the 'real' caped-
crusader in "Batman: 1947," blast off for other worlds in the EC
Comics-inspired "The Monsters," take an unflinching look at the
rock & roll world of today's comic book industry in "Another
Success Story," and feel the dread hand of modern horror in "The
Road To Samarra." And as an added bonus, Scott presents a "How
To" section on the creation of his phenomenal art! Be there!

On sale February 22 . 48 pg, FC, $4.99 US


SEVEN SOLDIERS: BULLETEER #3
Written by Grant Morrison
Art and cover by Yanick Paquette & Serge LaPointe

Working as a bodyguard at a super-hero convention, Alix Harrower
- the Bulleteer - finds herself enmeshed in the bizarre
relationship between Li'l Hollywood, a faded super -
impressionist, and her sidekick. As one tragedy unfolds, a second
threatens when Alix finds herself in the sights of the
mysterious, undead super-archer - Spyder - assassin for hire!

On sale February 1 . 3 of 4 . 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US


SEVEN SOLDIERS: FRANKENSTEIN #3
Written by Grant Morrison
Art and cover by Doug Mahnke

When a bizarre toxic spill defies the laws of nature and
threatens the whole human race with destruction, it looks like
even Frankenstein could be in over his head, and the Monster must
turn to an amazing new ally for help. Enter The Bride and meet
the incredible agents of the Super Human Advanced Defense
Executive!

On sale February 15 . 3 of 4 . 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US


TEEN TITANS ANNUAL #1
Written by Geoff Johns & Marv Wolfman
Art by Paco Medina & Juan Vlasco
Cover by Ed Benes

Marv Wolfman returns to the Titans! Get ready for the first Teen
Titans Annual. Having narrowly survived the death and destruction
of the CRISIS, Superboy and Wonder Girl find some time alone in
Smallville...but will it be a bloody Valentine?

On sale February 8 . 48 pg, FC, $4.99 US


TEEN TITANS #33
Written by Geoff Johns & Marv Wolfman
Art and cover by Tony S. Daniel & Richard Bonk

Marv Wolfman returns to the Titans! An Infinite Crisis tie-in
guest-starring Nightwing! Superboy learns from Nightwing just
what the Titans mean to him and the world as they leave on a
mission given to them by the most unlikely of allies!

On sale Feb 15 . 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US


TEEN TITANS/OUTSIDERS: THE DEATH AND RETURN OF DONNA TROY TP
Written by Phil Jimenez and Judd Winick
Art by Jose Luis Garcia-Lopez, Ale Garza, George Perez, Phil
Jimenez, Andy Lanning and others
Cover by Jimenez & Perez

An amazing collection featuring Titans/Young Justice: Graduation
Day #1-3 and DC Special: The Return of Donna Troy #1-4!

On sale Feb 1 . 176 pg, FC, $14.99 US


WARLORD #1
Written by Bruce Jones
Art and cover by Bart Sears

Prepare for the triumphant return of one of the greatest and
longest-running sword-and-sorcery characters of all time in a new
series written by Bruce Jones (Vigilante, Year One:
Batman/Scarecrow) with stunning visuals by Bart Sears (Justice
League International)!

Return with Travis Morgan to the amazing continent of Skartaris...a
world of extraordinary fantasy and heart-stopping adventure! The
land of Shamballah is caught in the grip of the tyrant Brouis -
but the chronicles prophecy a liberator in the form of a
displaced man of our time. The phenomenal exploits of this heroic
time-lost hero begin here!

On sale February 24 . 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US


WONDER WOMAN #226
Written by Greg Rucka
Art by Cliff Richards & Ray Snyder
Cover by J.G. Jones

Astonishing final issue! With the universe in turmoil, Diana
prepares to face her ultimate challenge. Looking back on her
relationship with Superman from the way it began to its recent
turmoil, will she find a way to rebuild what she's lost? Final
issue.

On sale February 22 . 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US


WONDER WOMAN: LAND OF THE DEAD TP
Written by Greg Rucka and Geoff Johns
Art by Rags Morales, Drew Johnson, Justiniano, Michael Bair, and
others
Cover by J.G. Jones

Collecting Wonder Woman #214-217 and The Flash #219! Just as
Wonder Woman is starting to deal with her blindness, the Cheetah
returns and teams with the Reverse-Flash! Then Athena sends
Wonder Woman on a journey of unimagined peril!

On sale Feb 8 . 128 pg, FC, $12.99 US


VIGILANTE #6
Written by Bruce Jones
Art by Ben Oliver
Cover by Michael Golden

The unbelievable finale! Dr. Justin Powell and Dr. Rene Carpenter
come face to face with the most talked about man in Metropolis -
the Vigilante - as they discover his incredible secret. Will this
finally lay his inner demons to rest? And will he be able to save
them in the process?

On sale Feb 22 . 6 of 6 . 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US







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