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NOVEMBER 2012

Masks #1

Written By: Chris Roberson

Art By: Alex Ross

Covers By: Alex Ross, Jae Lee, Francesco Francavilla and Ardian Syaf

Description: Before superheroes, there were Masks! The Shadow, the Green Hornet, Kato, the Spider and more in a story that only Dynamite could tell! For the first time ever, these masked vigilantes are joining together in on EPIC series! It’s 1938, and the Justice Party has swept into office in New York State. But the newly-elected officials are in the control of powerful criminals, who quickly corrupt the law to their own advantage. When a fascist police state is instituted, the only ones who stand in defense of the innocent are masked vigilantes like the Shadow, the Green Hornet, Kato, and the Spider. As the confrontation builds, more masked heroes will join the fight including Black Bat, Miss Fury, Black Terror, Green Lama and many more! When the law is unjust, justice must be an outlaw!

32 pages, $3.99.

The Boys #72

Written By: Garth Ennis

Art By: Darick Robertson

Cover By: Darick Robertson

Description: The final issue! The long day closes on the Brooklyn Bridge, as our hero finally meets his destiny. There’s one last deal to be done, As Stillwell finds out the real cost of doing business, and one last surprise for Rayner too — as she begins her long-dreamed of political career. The Boys’ story comes to an end in this final issue containing 24 pages of story! Contains 5 pin-up pages of brand-new art as well as a complete cover gallery!

40 pages, $4.99.

The Shadow #8

Written By: Victor Gischler

Art By: Aaron Campbell

Covers By: Alex Ross, Mike Mayhew, Tim Bradstreet and Francesco Francavilla

Description: REVOLUTIONARY: Part 1 (of 4)–The Shadow traveled to Nepal to investigate a strange glitch in his mystic powers. He left with only partial answers. Now The Shadow and Miles Crofton, his pilot and sidekick, pause in Paris to take on some gun runners who are smuggling weapons bound for Spain. But a dark-eyed Spanish beauty named Esmeralda complicates matters when Cranston is unable to determine her intentions. The Shadow finds himself smack dab in the middle of the Spanish Civil War as he juggles the fate of a single solider who might help shape the future of humanity.

32 pages, $3.99.

The Shadow Volume 1: The Fire of Creation TP

Written By: Garth Ennis

Art By: Aaron Campbell

Cover By: Alex Ross

Description: Who knows what evil lurks in the hearts of men? The Shadow knows! In the storyline “The Fire Of Creation,” it’s 1938 and The Shadow returns in a tale of blazing action and deadly intrigue, as a night of carnage on the New York waterfront plunges the mysterious vigilante into a conspiracy involving the fate of the world itself. As storm clouds gather across the globe, American Military Intelligence meets with a certain Lamont Cranston, determined to beat a host of spies and assassins to the greatest prize of all… but what that might be, only the Shadow knows. Collecting the first six issues of the hit series written by Garth Ennis and drawn by Aaron Campbell, featuring Garth Ennis’ script to issue #1 as well as a complete cover gallery featuring art by Alex Ross, Jae Lee, John Cassaday, Ryan Sook, Howard Chaykin, and more.

176 pages, $19.99.

Garth Ennis’ Battlefields #1: The Green Fields Beyond Part 1

Written By: Garth Ennis

Art By: Carlos Ezquerra

Cover By: Garry Leach

Description: On the killing fields of Korea the Tankies find themselves back up the sharp end, as veteran Sergeant Stiles is finally given a tank that can take on any opposition. Unfortunately, the Chinese spring offensive of 1951 is on its way- leaving our heroes cut off, on their own and outnumbered ten to one. It’s British steel against massed Communist hordes, as the last Battlefields series begins with a bang.

32 pages, $3.99.

Jennifer Blood #21

Written By: Al Ewing

Art By: Kewber Baal

Cover By: Mike Mayhew

Description: It had to happen! The trial of Jennifer Blood begins here, as the terrible events that tore apart the town of Revere are laid before the court – and it doesn’t look good for Jen! And speaking of things that had to happen – the Ninjettes are back! And this time they’re competent!

32 pages, $3.99.

Jennifer Blood: First Blood #3

Written By: Mike Carroll

Art By: Igor Vitorino

Cover By: Mike Mayhew

Description: Jennifer Fellows’ life is pretty full… Cooking, cleaning, shopping, helping the kids with their homework, plotting blood-soaked revenge on her murderous uncles. But to get to the Blutes, she has to first get past their enforcer Wendell Cortland. When Jen’s surveillance of Cortland uncovers a brutal and seemingly pointless act – an act that he is clearly hiding from the Blutes — Jen realizes that Cortland’s secrets could ruin everything for her. Or, maybe, they could be exactly what she needs…

32 pages, $3.99.

Evil Ernie #2

Written By: Jesse Blaze Snider

Art By: Jason Craig

Covers By: Ardian Syaf, Dan Brereton, Kyle Hotz and Stephen Segovia

Description: THE ORIGIN OF EVIL: Part 2! “Evil Ernie” is BACK FROM THE DEAD (SPOILER) and out to kill his would-be 666th victim, his wicked foster father, Buford! But will Ernie be able to keep up his bargain with Satan and murder Buford before his new powers run out?! He will if “Smiley” has anything to say about it!

32 pages, $3.99.

Peter Cannon: Thunderbolt #3

Written By: Steve Darnall, Alex Ross

Art By: Jonathan Lau

Covers By: Alex Ross, Jae Lee, Ardian Syaf and Stephen Segovia

Description: The plots thicken in “Discovering Japan,” as Thunderbolt meets his abductor — the deadly Master Tiger — and is forced to fight for his life. Meanwhile, men in high places are planning to destroy the peace that Peter Cannon has created… and an old enemy prepares to make his entrance.

32 pages, $3.99.

Damsels #3

Written By: Leah Moore and John Reppion

Art By: Aneke

Cover By: Joseph Michael Linsner

Description: From the tales of Cinderalla, Sleeping Beauty, The Little Mermaid and Snow White comes Damsels! In the aftermath of King Persine’s rousing speech against magic violence erupts on the streets of Caumont. As citizen battles citizen the Queens Talia, Rapunzel, and Belle are busy making plans for the real war to come. Rapa manages to escape from the belly of the mighty wyrm only to find herself an unsuspecting guest in a mysterious palace of the night. But what exactly are her curious hosts’ intentions? Dare she stay for just one more dance?

32 pages, $3.99.

Vampirella #25

Written By: Brandon Jerwa

Art By: Heubert Kahn Michael

Covers By: Fabiano Neves, Paul Renaud and Lucio Parrillo

Description: “Hell on Earth” concludes here, bringing the second year of Dynamite’s Vampirella series to a close! The two most powerful vampires on Earth are clashing in a fury of blood and fire, and the balance of Chaos and Order is at stake!

32 pages, $3.99.

Dark Shadows/Vampirella #4

Written By: Marc Andreyko

Art By: Patrick Berkenkotter

Cover By: Fabiano Neves

Description: Under Bathory’s thrall, Vampirella and Barnabas are at each other’s throats! Can they come to their senses before killing each other or will the NYPD take them down first? And what horrors does Bathory have planned for Quentin, Pantha, and the captive girls?

32 pages, $3.99.

Pantha #6

Written By: Brandon Jerwa

Art By: Pow Rodrix

Cover By: Mark Texeira

Description: The war is over, and a new day is dawning for the world. Pantha and Pendragon just want to relax, but it’s not going to be easy; there’s a mystery afoot, and it centers around Pantha’s mystical amulet!

32 pages, $3.99.

Prophecy #6

Written By: Ron Marz

Art By: Walter Geovani

Cover By: Paul Renaud

Description: The world teeters on the edge of destruction as Red Sonja, Dracula, Vampirella, Pantha and their allies try to prevent the ultimate cataclysm. Sorcerer Kulan Gath and his evil forces stand on the brink of victory, the Army of Darkness has risen (bringing with it your favorite, chainsaw-weilding hero) and the lone hope may be for Sonja to make the ultimate sacrifice and become a vampire! The crossover event of 2012 by all-star creators Ron Marz and Walter Geovani roars closer to its earth-shaking conclusion!

32 pages, $3.99.

Green Hornet #34

Written By: Jai Nitz

Art By: Jethro Morales

Cover By: Stephen Sadowski

Description: Welcome to Century City, the home of the Green Hornet! The new Green Hornet has the support of the police and City Hall and the people love him. Will that be enough to stop a terrorist group bent on detonating a dirty bomb? The new Green Hornet may need a new partner!

32 pages, $3.99.

The Lone Ranger Vol. 2 #11

Written By: Ande Parks

Art By: Esteve Polls

Cover By: Francesco Francavilla

Description: As Tonto’s gunshot wound festers, the Lone Ranger will do whatever it takes to save his friend. The Ranger joins forces with a band of Ute Indian braves, on a daring mission to save the tribe’s healer from the settlers who kidnapped him. The gods who foresaw a fortune of blood and suffering for Tonto may now claim them as their own. Part five of the epic and character-defining Native Ground arc.

32 pages, $3.99.

Thun’da #4

Written By: Robert Place Napton

Art By: Cliff Richards

Cover By: Jae Lee

Description: The little peace Roger Drum has found among the peaceful Shareen is shattered when the feared Monkey Men invade the valley. Drum comes face to face with the speaking primates who are known for their ruthless savagery and insatiable blood lust! Also reprints an original Thun’da story by Frank Frazetta!

32 pages, $3.99.

Warlord of Mars #26

Written By: Arvid Nelson

Art By: Leandro Oliveira

Covers By: Joe Jusko and Lucio Parrillo

Description: John Carter might be the brand-new Warlord of Mars, but his honeymoon’s gonna be real short. The savage green Martians start running amok the moment he ascends the throne, threatening to smash the fragile peace he has fought so hard to win. What’s behind the uptick in violence? Only John Carter and his old pal Tars Tarkas can find the truth. Warlord of Mars #26 is the first installment of the thrilling Savages of Mars story arc. John Carter’s exploits on the Red Planet are just beginning!

32 pages, $3.99.

Warlord of Mars: Dejah Thoris #21

Written By: Robert Place Napton

Art By: Carlos Rafael

Covers By: Paul Renaud and Fabiano Neves

Description: Dejah and the weapons master infiltrate the deepest levels of the Barsoomian criminal underworld and are introduced to the “Red Circle” — the organization they believe will lead them to Mortus. But can Dejah survive the battle to the death initiation process to reach the Red Circle’s inner sphere?!

32 pages, $3.99.

Dejah Thoris and the White Apes of Mars TP

Written By: Mark Rahner

Art By: Lui Antonio

Cover By: Brandon Peterson

Description: The most harrowing survival-horror tale in the annals of Barsoom! Dejah Thoris, Princess of Helium, leads an archeological field trip to unearth the dark secret of the ancient battle site beneath the fabled “face of Mars” formation. Without John Carter or Tars Tarkas, Dejah Thoris must call upon all her nerve, cleverness and endurance in a relentless chase and horrifying bloodbath. You’ve never seen a Mars epic like this! No swashbuckling. No swordplay. It’s like a white-knuckle ’70s horror flick — on steroids!

Collecting one of the most harrowing horror stories in the annals of Barsoom, this trade paperback features the 4-issue mini-series, complete with a cover gallery by Brandon Peterson and Ale Garza.

96 pages, $16.99.

Lord of the Jungle #12

Written By: Arvid Nelson

Art By: Roberto Castro

Cover By: Lucio Parrillo

Description: At long last, the Lord of the Jungle finds the fabled treasure-city of Opar. Unfortunately for him, his arch-nemesis Nicholas Rokoff arrives at the exact same time. But a little surprise is in store for both men — turns out Opar isn’t exactly a ghost town, and the locals aren’t too keen on outsiders! Hot jungle babes, savage beasts, and a mountain of gold await the ape-man in Lord of the Jungle #12: The Treasure Vaults of Opar!

32 pages, $3.99.

The Bionic Man #16

Written By: Phil Hester and Aaron Gillespie

Art By: Ed Tadeo

Covers By: Mike Mayhew and Ed Tadeo

Description: While we know about the events that lead Jaime Summers to become The Bionic Woman, the details of her break up with Steve have been a mystery…until now. Dealing with Jaime’s injuries and long recovery have Steve on edge, but how will he react to the discovery that HE might have played a role in her accident? All questions will be answered in this stand alone issue.

32 pages, $3.99.

The Bionic Woman #8

Written by Paul Tobin

Art By: Juan Antonio Ramirez

Cover By: Mike Mayhew

Description: Is that a 90mm Matador rocket launcher, or are you just happy to see me? Jaime’s search into the remnants of her past lead her to discover a high-school friend who has gone on to become an international weapons dealer, and a high-ranking member of the Russian “Bratva” mob’s “most wanted… dead” list! Can Jaime save her friend’s life? And… should she? And what part do the fembots play? It’s violence in Volgograd, when the Bionic Woman comes to town!

32 pages, $3.99.

Eternity Kill TP

Written By: Grant Calof

Art By: Siddharth Kotian and Edison George

Cover By: Siddharth Kotian

Description: Natural disasters are woven into humankind’s collective DNA. From the ancient Sumerian Epic of Gilgamesh to the Book of Revelation, apocalyptic literature has permeated every chapter of humankind. But what if those disasters weren’t natural? What if those events were man-made? With a best-seller, a bottomless bank account, and a bombshell girlfriend, reclusive author / adventurer Kain Sennoa is the portrait of modern-day success — but he hides a dark, eternal secret no one knows… at least no one on Earth. Unbeknownst to humankind, an off-world war has raged between two immortal races to control our solar system — a millennia long battle that will finally come to an end here on Earth. As a super-human assassin closes in on the last survivors of an ancient, elemental race, Kain is forced to choose between revealing his true past, or sacrificing the woman he loves!

88 pages, $12.99.

Kirby: Genesis — Silver Star Volume 1 TP

Written By: Jai Nitz

Art By: Johnny Desjardins

Cover By: Alex Ross

Description: Silver Star is the story of Morgan Miller, the first bio-engineered superhuman. Tasked with finding “The Others,” Silver Star put together a rag-tag family of powerful individuals in a newly post-superhuman world. Thirty years ago the king of comics, JackKirby, created, wrote, and drew the adventures of “homo-geneticus” and what an all-powerful superhuman meant to war, society, and death. This story is the continuing adventures of the most powerful man on the planet and what he’s been up to for thirty years. He’s been busy! Collecting Kirby: Genesis — Silver Star #1-6 along with a complete cover gallery featuring Alex Ross, Jae Lee and Mark Buckingham.

152 pages, $19.99.

Red Sonja #74

Written By: Eric Trautmann

Art By: Edgar Salazar

Cover By: Walter Geovani

Description: A time-lost, crumbling ruin, a centuries old blood feud, and old enemies and allies colliding on the crimson-stained ground of Hyrkania’s most storied battlefield. Add Red Sonja to the mix and you have a recipe for sharp-edged savagery.

32 pages, $3.99.

Red Sonja: Atlantis Rises #4

Written By: Luke Lieberman

Art By: Max Dunbar

Cover By: Lucio Parrillo

Description: It’s time for the main event! Red Sonja and Thulsa Doom collide and the fate of Atlantis and Hyborea hangs in the balance. Can Sonja close the pandora’s box that Thulsa has opened, or will Doom spread the power of the dreaming God across the waters and the lands beyond!

32 pages, $3.99.

Dark Shadows #12

Written By: Mike Raicht

Art By: Guiu Vilanova

Cover By: Francesco Francavilla

Description: Is the Collins’ bloodline cursed? For those who know the truth about their history, that answer would most likely be a resounding yes. However, could something even more insidious be occurring? Is their bloodline being tainted in an effort to produce the ultimate evil? Collinwood has been home to the supernatural, but has it ever seen true evil like this?

32 pages, $3.99.

Robert Jordan’s The Wheel of Time: The Eye of the World #31

Written By: Robert Jordan and Chuck Dixon

Art By: Francis Nuguit

Cover By: Adam Moore

Description: After a narrow escape from Machin Shin, the soul stealing Black Wind of the Ways, Rand and the others finally make their way to a warm welcome at the city of Fal Dara, where they intend to rest before heading off to meet their destiny Eye of the World. But a Hound of the Dark One has caught up to them… all this and more in the latest chapter of Robert Jordan’s Wheel of Time: The Eye of the World!

32 pages, $3.99.

Chosen #2

Written By: Chuck Dixon and Gotham Chopra

Art By: Edison George

Cover By: Edison George

Description: An original comic book series created by filmmaker Marcus Nispel (Friday the 13th, Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Pathfinder). In Chosen #2, a Detroit teen’s mystical odyssey plunges down an even darker path after he breaks out of the juvenile detention center where he’d unwittingly been placed by forces far greater than anything he could have ever imagined. Now, although from his jail cell and the cruel indulgences of the warden, Ryan finds himself imprisoned by a prophecy that places him square in the crosshairs of a dangerous age old conflict between the forces of light and dark. Worst of all, the one mentor he’s had guiding him through a mystery he can barely conceive, may not be as noble as he seems and ultimately become the greatest danger Ryan will ever face.

32 pages, $3.99.

SOURCE: Comics Continuum