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(W) George T. Singley IV (A) Joe Abraham FC 32pp $2.95 Monthly Ongoing Series In stores the week of November 12th. THE CONCEPT: King & Shock are part of an elite bounty detectives group secretly known as "Hellhounds". They will defend the world from any evil threat...for a price! THIS ISSUE: King & Shock are swarmed by hideous creatures as they attempt the impossible! Can they conquer the insurmountable odds and defeat the horde of brutal monsters? A powerful new ally joins our desperate heroes...as someone falls victim to Deaths Gaze! Cover price $2.95.

Carnage Edition Cover by Rafa Lopez - Limited to 1000 copies. Written by Doug Miers. Art by Javier Aranda. Don't miss this sultry intro story that leads directly into the new Hellina issue! Hellina is back and the balance of Heaven and Hell will never be the same! Her unknowing alter-ego Sandra Lords has her college life falling apart as Hellina keeps taking over her body and supernatural foes just won't leave her alone. 20 pages, B&W, Adults Only. Cover price $5.95.

Cover by Di Amorim. Story by Doug Miers, Art by Di Amorim. The ultimate bad-girl catfight is here, with all of Hell at stake! The forces of Hell are at war, and a powerful artifact, the Seventh Horn, could decide the fate of the underworld. But Hellina has to first get it from Pandora, who isn't keen on letting go of something that could kill all of humanity! This series pits these Avatar goddesses against each other as they end up leading huge forces of demons into battle, this time with all of life hanging in the balance. With an epic story from regular Hellina scribe Doug Miers, and art by sensational newcomer Di Amorim, this series is certain to please any fans of battling babe action! The brawl to end it all continues right here, don't miss it! 36 pages, B&W, Adults Only. Cover price $3.50.

Wrap cover by Di Amorim. Written by William Christensen, Mark Seifert, and Doug Miers. Art by Di Amorim. *18+ Mature Readers Only* Cover price $3.99.

Regular cover by Paul Abrams. Written by Steven Zyskowski. Art by Paul Abrams. Specially chosen by Lucifer himself to become a super-powered soldier of darkness, Hellina was purified by the power of Perg and transformed into a warrior against Hells forces on Earth. For Hellina, the end has always justified the means when hunting the hordes of Hell – but how far is too far? 24 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $2.75.

Featuring all-new chilling tales that take you behind the horror that began in Clive Barker's darkly malevolent films - tales of terror the movies don't dare unleash! 64 pages, FC. Cover price $5.95.

Cover by John Rheume. Time to deal another dead man's hand, courtesy of croupier Clive Barker and his cruel conceits. Here's how the cards fall tonight... A pair of lovers must test their relationship - beyond the grave. Vietnam makes a soldier and a Cenobite into two-of-a-kind. Flush with terror, a mother battles monstrosities for her son's soul. And when a gambler bets on the wrong horse, it's a straight-to-hell. Sit around...you may find the stakes irresistible. In fact, we'd bet your life on it. Includes Tales by Ron Wolfe, SMS, James R. Smith, Jamie Tolagson, Erik Saltzgaber, Joe Barruso, Miguel Ferrer, Bill Mumy, and Bill Wray. 64 pages, FC. Cover price $5.95.

Featuring all-new chilling tales that take you behind the horror that began in Clive Barker's darkly malevolent films - tales of terror the movies don't dare unleash! 64 pages, FC. Cover price $5.95.

Cover by Alex Ross cover. "Harrowing Part One: Resurrection!" By Clive Barker. Featuring all-new chilling tales that take you behind the horror that began in Clive Barker's darkly malevolent films - tales of terror the movies don't dare unleash! 64 pages, FC. Cover price $4.95.

Cover A by Nick Percival. (W) Clive Barker, Anthony DiBlasi (A) Janusz Ordon, Stephen Thompson. BRAND NEW ARC! Great for new readers! Witness Clive Barker's long-awaited return to tell new chapters in the series' official continuity - a trajectory that will forever change the Cenobites... and Pinhead! In this issue: The new era of the flesh is upon us! What surprises lay wait inside the pages of this issue of Hellraiser? Find out as this will be the issue everyone will be talking about! Clive Barker takes what you know about the Hellraiser mythos and changes it forever! Cover price $3.99.

Cover B Nick Pervical. Witness Clive Barker's long-awaited return to tell new chapters in the series' official continuity, a trajectory that will forever change the Cenobites and Pinhead! In this issue, the sense-shattering new reality of Hellraiser is here! It's a fresh start for Kirsty Cotton and Pinhead. There are no rules! No one is safe! Clive Barker's changing the way you look at Hellraiser so don't miss this new chapter in horror history! Cover price $3.99.

Cover by Tim Bradstreet. (W) Clive Barker, Mark Miller. (A) Janusz Ordon, Stephen Thompson. Witness Clive Barker's long-awaited return to tell new chapters in the series' official continuity, a trajectory that will forever change the Cenobites and Pinhead! The gripping story arc that has everyone talking comes to its horrific conclusion! With blood on both their hands, Pinhead and Kirsty finish the epic battle they started, taking the Hellraiser mythos to a whole new level. It's a mind-bending finale that will leave you speechless and begging for more! Cover price $3.99.

Cover by Nick Percival. (W) Clive Barker, Mark Miller. (A) Janusz Ordon, Stephen Thompson. Witness Clive Barker's long-awaited return to tell new chapters in the series' official continuity, a trajectory that will forever change the Cenobites and Pinhead! The gripping story arc that has everyone talking comes to its horrific conclusion! With blood on both their hands, Pinhead and Kirsty finish the epic battle they started, taking the Hellraiser mythos to a whole new level. It's a mind-bending finale that will leave you speechless and begging for more! Cover price $3.99.

Limited 1 for 10 Variant Cover by Tim Bradstreet. (W) Clive Barker, Mark Miller (A) Janusz Ordon, Stephen Thompson. Witness Clive Barker's long-awaited return to tell new chapters in the series' official continuity, a trajectory that will forever change the Cenobites and Pinhead! The gripping story arc that has everyone talking comes to its horrific conclusion! With blood on both their hands, Pinhead and Kirsty finish the epic battle they started, taking the Hellraiser mythos to a whole new level. It's a mind-bending finale that will leave you speechless and begging for more! Cover price $3.99.

Cover by Tim Bradstreet. (W) Clive Barker, Mark Miller (A) Janusz Ordon, Jesus Hervas. Kirsty Cotton had big plans for Hell after becoming the new Pinhead, but not every disciple of Leviathan is pleased with Hell's new priestess! Meanwhile, Elliott Spencer has proven his loyalty to Tiffany countless times since his rebirth - but can a Cenobite really change? Choices have been made, and the consequences continue to cause shockwaves across time and space - no one is safe in the world of Hellraiser! Cover price $3.99.

Limited 1 for 15 Variant Cover by Tim Bradstreet. (W) Clive Barker, Mark Miller. (A) Janusz Ordon, Jesus Hervas. Kirsty Cotton had big plans for Hell after becoming the new Pinhead, but not every disciple of Leviathan is pleased with Hell's new priestess! Meanwhile, Elliott Spencer has proven his loyalty to Tiffany countless times since his rebirth - but can a Cenobite really change? Choices have been made, and the consequences continue to cause shockwaves across time and space - no one is safe in the world of Hellraiser! Cover price $3.99.

(W) Brandon Seifert, Clive Barker, Ben Meares. (A) Jesus Hervas, Janusz Ordon. (CA) Menton Mathews III. WHY WE LOVE IT: A big part of what makes HELLRAISER a horror classic is its expansive world and deep mythology, and annuals give us an opportunity to dive deeper! WHY YOU WILL LOVE IT: Brandon Seifert created and writes one of our favorite horror procedurals, WITCH DOCTOR, and truly understands what makes the Cenobites tick. WHAT IT'S ABOUT: In this extra-large special issue, Brandon Seifert and Ben Meares go even deeper into the mysteries of Leviathan and his plans for Harry D'Amour, Kirsty Cotton, and Elliott Spencer. Cover price $4.99.

Cover by Nick Percival (W) Clive Barker, Brandon Seifert (A) Tom Garcia THE NEW ERA OF HELLRAISER CONTINUES! Kirsty Cotton no longer rules in Hell, but her throne did not remain vacant for long. There's also a new detective working supernatural cases in Manhattan, but one with a connection to Kirsty. And who are the Puzzle Guardians? Clive Barker continues his collaboration with Brandon Seifert (WITCH DOCTOR, HELLRAISER: THE ROAD BELOW) with art by Tom Garcia as one of horror's greatest franchises begins a new chapter. Cover price $3.99.

Cover by Nick Percival (W) Clive Barker, Brandon Seifert (A) Tom Garcia THE NEW RULER OF HELL REVEALED! One must volunteer, or Hell will choose for itself. The two most recent Hell Priests are missing -- Kirsty Cotton and Elliott Spencer have abdicated their thrones, and there is someone new in their place. Did this new leader choose the role? How will Leviathan respond? Clive Barker, Brandon Seifert, and Tom Garcia continue to usher in the next chapter of HELLRAISER! Cover price $3.99.

Cover by Ibraim Roberson (W) Clive Barker, Brandon Seifert (A) Tom Garcia 'I have such plans for you...' Now that the new High Priest of Hell is known to all, why was this person chosen? Why, after Spencer's rebellion was put down, is there an army being raised in Hell? Is war coming, and if so, with whom? Clive Barker, Brandon Seifert and Tom Garcia bring you the next chapter in the new era of HELLRAISER! Cover price $3.99.

(W) Clive Barker, Brandon Seifert. (A) Korkut Oztekin. (CA) Sami Makkonen. Harry D'Amour may be the new high priest of Hell, but he's learning quickly that doesn't promise much in Leviathan's realm. The Cenobites only follow him grudgingly, and seemingly are acting on orders coming directly from Leviathan... ...meanwhile, D'Amour's allies on Earth begin to think Harry has been corrupted beyond salvation by his new position. As Leviathan makes his next move, will the estranged allies be able to rise to the challenge? Master of Horror Clive Barker and Brandon Seifert (WITCH DOCTOR) continue the new era of HELLRAISER! Cover price $3.99.

(W) Clive Barker, Brandon Seifert (A) Tom Garcia (CA) Lorena Carvalho While chaos reigns in Hell, Tiffany makes her play to rescue Kirsty Cotton, but Elliot Spencer may have other plans. Cover price $3.99.

Featuring horrifying tales of evil in the unholiday spirit. A man's obsession to solve the puzzle locked in a nursery rhyme leads him to betrayal in "Nursery Crime." Written by Frank Lovece, with art by Mike Okamoto. Then, it's "Child's Play" for a toy manufacturer to mass market the puzzles that will open the gates of Hell. Written by Sholly Fisch, with art by Steve Buccellato. Plus, two more tales. Cover by Kevin O'Neill. Cover price $4.95.

(W) Jan Strnad, D.G. Chichester (A) Bernie Wrightson, Kyle Baker Straight from Hell, it's a dose of classic Hellraiser horror ripped from the pages of Marvel Comics' Hellraiser series - shipping twice this month! Re-presenting, in the mode of Doctor Who Classics, never-before-reprinted tales from some of comicdom's premiere talents! Kicking things off with one of the greatest horror artists ever: 'The Warm Red' features the work of the one-and-only Bernie Wrightson (Swamp Thing) and 'Clownin' Around' is a horror classic only Kyle Baker (Deadpool MAX) could illustrate! Cover price $3.99.

Cover by John Rheume. Straight from Hell, it's classic Hellraiser horror ripped from the pages of Marvel Comics' Hellraiser series! The horror continues. Hell is on Earth, and it's illustrated by the comics legend Colleen Doran (Sandman)! These Doran tales are written by C.J. Henderson and Vincent Cecolini ('Later') and Sholly Fisch ('Dear Diary'). Also featuring 'The Last Laugh' by McNally Sagal and Shawn Martinbrough. Hellraiser stories drawn by the modern master! Never before reprinted, don't miss these tales of epic and hellish proportions! Cover price $3.99.

Straight from Hell, it's another dose of classic Hellraiser horror ripped from the pages of Marvel Comics' Hellraiser series! 'The Devil's Brigade' marches on! Larry Wachowski, co-writer, director, and producer of The Matrix pens Part 3 of the epic tale featuring the Cenobite squadron, 'Inside the Laager,' and Erik Saltzgaber and Mark Bloodworth bring you part 4, 'Shoot High, Break Low.' More of the intelligent horror that makes Hellraiser the masterpiece it is! Featuring art on the Wachowski tale by Joe Barruso. Cover by Nicholas Jainschigg. Cover price $3.99.

(W) Larry Wachowski (A) Russ Heath (CA) Ovi Hondru The demonic soldiers of Leviathan fight on as The Devil's Brigade saga continues, with The Matrix's Larry Wachowski bringing you the next chapter in 'Enoolsung: The Final Solution.' The Cenobites have set gears into motion to bring unspeakable horrors to Earth, and it seems as if no one can stand in their way. Hellraiser Masterpieces continues to bring back the best of the classic, epic series, a must-read for any fan of Clive Barker's twisted creations! Cover price $3.99.

Cover by Tim Bradstreet. (W) Brandon Seifert. (A) Haemi Jang. (CA) Nick Percival. Over the past year, within the pages of CLIVE BARKER'S HELLRAISER, Kirsty Cotton has gone from a human resisting the forces of Hell, to the ruler of light in the darkest of places. Before her battle with former Pinhead Captain Elliott Spencer, she was called to New Orleans by a holder of the LeMarchand Device - a woman trying to end a decades-long family feud by any means necessary... Rising star writer Brandon Seifert (WITCH DOCTOR, HELLRAISER ANNUAL) and red hot artist Ibraim Roberson (UNCANNY X-MEN) unite to tell the story of the first time Kirsty Cotton was called to earth as the new Pinhead! This in-continuity tale reveals Kirsty's first days in Hell, and how the road there is always paved with good intentions. Cover price $3.99.

Cover by Tim Bradstreet (W) Brandon Seifert (A) Haemi FINAL ISSUE! DON'T MISS THE HORRIFYING CONCLUSION! Ruling Hell isn't as easy as it looks... Kirsty Cotton has been thrown into the middle of a decades-long family feud, and her choices will end it once and for all. The bloody finale to Kirsty Cotton's 'Year One' story! Cover price $3.99.

Limited 1 for 25 Variant Cover by Tim Bradstreet (W) Brandon Seifert (A) Haemi FINAL ISSUE! DON'T MISS THE HORRIFYING CONCLUSION! Ruling Hell isn't as easy as it looks... Kirsty Cotton has been thrown into the middle of a decades-long family feud, and her choices will end it once and for all. The bloody finale to Kirsty Cotton's 'Year One' story! Cover price $3.99.

Jae Lee art and script; Cover price $1.95.

A prequel comic for the movie Hellskate. 12 pages, full color.

Cover art by Martin Wagner. Chapter VIII: Exorcism, script and art by Martin Wagner; Erica pretended nothing had happened; Arnie and Erica went to visit Joey and his family, along with Gunther; Erica went to the lake in back of the house, tied her ankles together, and jumped in, but was saved. Lil' Joey's (Partial) List of Grownups' Crimes Against Kids, script and art by Martin Wagner; Joey relates a selection of the awful and embarrassing things that adults do to kids, and threatens continuing bad behavior until they change their ways. 44 pgs. $2.50. Cover price $2.50.

Cover by CARLO PAGULAYAN Written by GREG PAK & FRED VAN LENTE Pencils by Neil Edwards A BOLD NEW ERA FOR THE LION OF OLYMPUS! The Chaos War left?Hercules without powers -- and without a sidekick. But when mythic evil stalks the streets, and a latter day band of Hercules-worshippers cries out for their savior, what is the son of Zeus to do? He takes his three thousand years of combat experience, raids the armory of Ares for the most fearsome weapons of legend, descends from heaven and gets medieval on their asses. Return to Olympus with Hercules' "Dream Team" of writers Greg Pak & Fred Van Lente and artist George Jeanty for an all-new, all-dark on-going saga here Cover price $3.99.

Dynamic Forces Exclusive Signed by Greg Pak - limited to 50 copies - includes Dynamic Forces Certificate of Authenticity. Cover by CARLO PAGULAYAN Written by GREG PAK & FRED VAN LENTE Pencils by Neil Edwards A BOLD NEW ERA FOR THE LION OF OLYMPUS! The Chaos War left?Hercules without powers -- and without a sidekick. But when mythic evil stalks the streets, and a latter day band of Hercules-worshippers cries out for their savior, what is the son of Zeus to do? He takes his three thousand years of combat experience, raids the armory of Ares for the most fearsome weapons of legend, descends from heaven and gets medieval on their asses. Return to Olympus with Hercules' "Dream Team" of writers Greg Pak & Fred Van Lente and artist George Jeanty for an all-new, all-dark on-going saga here Cover price $3.99.

Cover by CHRIS STEVENS Written by GREG PAK & FRED VAN LENTE Pencils by NEIL EDWARDS FEAR ITSELF TIE-IN FEAR ITSELF has made its way to Hercules' home turf! Stripped of his powers, Herc must change everything he knows about being a hero to win the day. But against an army of monsters and super villains, what chance does a mere mortal have? Find out when Herc shows the world the true measure of a superhero in Herc #3! 32 PGS./Rated T+ Cover price $2.99.

Cover by Clint Langley. Writer STEVE MOORE. Artist CRIS BOLSON. Colorist DOUG SIROIS. Letterer TODD KLEIN. Delve into the shadows of a hero as we continue this untold tale from Hercules' dark past. As the son of Zeus and his companions begin their search for the traitors in the Egyptian king's palace, they long for the excitement of the battlefield. But when military secrets continue to leak from the palace, the Greeks are forced to consider a long shot to gain information. Can even the courage of Hercules withstand a trip to Nakhtkeru the Necromancer? Cover price $2.99.

Cover by Clint Langley. Writer STEVE MOORE. Artist CRIS BOLSON. Colorist DOUG SIROIS. The electrifying battle you've been waiting for! Hercules, son of the Thunder God, Zeus, versus Khadis, Lord of Lightning! When Autolycus and Iolaus return from a vital reconnaissance mission, King Seti rallies his troops for an all-out assault on Amenmessu's forces. While the Egyptian King gathers his army, Hercules and his companions continue their search for the traitor within the palace walls. But when the thunder and lighting rain down upon the battlefield, Hercules must summon the strength of his father and defeat the Lord of Lightning - no matter what the cost. Cover price $2.99.

Cover by Clint Langley. by Steve Moore & Admire Wijaya. Hercules and his band of mercenaries face overwhelming odds as they take on the treacherous King Cotys and his Royal Guards in a final titanic battle. Slaughter, snares, and a struggle for wealth beyond imagining are at stake. Yet even as the slate's washed clean in blood, there remains one final twist in the tale! Featuring covers by Clint Langley, Arthur Suydam, and Kunnka of Imaginary Friends Studios. Cover price $2.99.

by John Brady, Roger Mincheff & Steve Perkins Baker's uneasy alliance with the Centuris is shattered by unthinkable betrayal, but even in its hour of triumph, mankind's legendary enemy falls prey to a traitorous heart! Finally, it is up to the policeman and one who long ago surrendered his humanity, to decide the ultimate fate of the Bloodless. Cover price $2.99.

WRITTEN BY WILL PFEIFER; ART BY KANO; PAINTED COVER BY JOHN VAN FLEET In stores March 12. Dial up this exciting second issue of this new ongoing series! His excitement over his new powers waning, Jerry embarks on a mission to give his life meaning: becoming a crimefighter! But the life of a super-hero isn't all it's cracked up to be... and it may have deadly consequences! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

WRITTEN BY WILL PFEIFER; ART BY DALE EAGLESHAM AND WADE VON GRAWBADGER; PAINTED COVER BY JOHN VAN FLEET Good Guys and Bad Guys Part 1 of 4. Former H-E-R-O device owner Robby Reed stars in an issue featuring the debut of new series artist Dale Eaglesham (Sigil)! Of all the people who've possessed the H-E-R-O device, Robby Reed had it the longest. For years, he transformed into heroes like "Giant Boy," "King Kandy" and "The Mighty Moppet." Now, decades later, he shows up at the door of Jerry Feldon (last seen using the device in H-E-R-O #1-4) and tells him that they've got to track it down together! For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

WRITTEN BY WILL PFEIFER; ART BY DALE EAGLESHAM AND WADE VON GRAWBADGER; COVER BY JASON PEARSON Good Guys and Bad Guys Part 2 of 4. Imagine a serial killer. Now imagine one who's all-powerful, thanks to the H-E-R-O device. Robby Reed, who used the device himself years ago, follows the trail of bodies in the killer's wake, hoping he can stop the super-powered maniac. Reed enlists the aid of Jerry Feldon (the star of H-E-R-O #1-4), promising him the secret of unlocking his own super powers...if he's willing to put his life on the line! FC, 32 pg. $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

Written by Will Pfeifer Art by Dale Eaglesham & Wade von Grawbadger Cover by Kelsey Shannon In Part 1 of the 4-part"Picking up the Pieces," the battle is over, but the war continues! The heroes have suffered devasting losses, and the villain has fled with the H- device. Now he's building an army of former H-E-R-Os while Robby Reed, the original user, tries to figure out a way to fight a super-powered army ? alone. On sale Aug 18 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US Cover price $2.50.

Written by Will Pfeifer Art by Dale Eaglesham & Wade von Grawbadger Cover by Kelsey Shannon In Part 1 of the 4-part"Picking up the Pieces," the battle is over, but the war continues! The heroes have suffered devasting losses, and the villain has fled with the H- device. Now he's building an army of former H-E-R-Os while Robby Reed, the original user, tries to figure out a way to fight a super-powered army ? alone. On sale Aug 18 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US Cover price $2.50.

Written by Robert Ingersoll and David Campiti. Art by Rik Levins and Mike Witherby. Cover by Samuel Clarke Hawbaker. Fearful Symmetry; Noted Comics Buyer's Guide legal analyst Robert M.Ingersoll joins David Campiti to chronicle the saga of the Hero Alliance!; This issue, its Sentry--run amok!; Or so the press claims, as he stops a crime yet lets one criminal plunge to his death; Victor's enraged at these actions and at another strike against the team's image; The entire team finds a new meeting place; the D.A. makes his feelings known, as the terror of Marc and Sepulchre is fully unleashed. 36 pgs., full color. $1.95. Cover price $1.95.

Sin City cover. Interview with Tony Daniel; Q & A with Neil Gaiman; a conversation with Frank Miller by Hart Fisher; interview with Art Spiegelman; interview with Jill Thompson; interview with Mark Waid; Michael Eury discusses Comics' Greatest World; Mike Baron and Steve Rude briefly discuss Nexus: The Wages of Sin; 'From Pencils To Inks' column by Mark A. Nelson; Radical Dreamer strip by Mark Wheatley; The Hero Files: 12-page look at the Valiant Universe, including a Valiant price guide; 'Finally' commentary by Colleen Doran; Sin City cover by Frank Miller Cover price $3.95.

Written by Andy winter with art by Declan Shalvey. Mature readers. Cover price $3.99.

(W) Zak Penn, Scott Murphy (A/CA) Michael DiPascale Writers: Zak Penn & Scott Murphy Cover & Art: Michael Dipascale The bombshell is dropped and Adam's life is changed irrevocably. He's seen his idol close up and realizes the hero isn't all that he seems. Now Mara reveals the truth about Zenith's origin and erratic behavior. And the mystery behind Adam's transformation into the super powered Apex is revealed. But nothing can prepare him for his new mission... Zak Penn and Scott Murphy's incredible story is changing the way people look at superhero comics! Available with a Regular, Wraparound, and a special Heroic Incentive cover by Michael Dipascale. Cover price $3.99.

Cover by Michael DiPascale (W) Zak Penn, Scott Murphy (A) Michael DiPascale All of Adam's life has lead up to this surreal moment - from worshiping the godly superhero Zenith to becoming the super-powered Apex to discovering the truth about his idol and the people behind the carefully crafted public persona. Now he must choose how to confront the truth and what will happen if he turns his own powers upon his mentor and accepts the mission to bring down Zenith. One way or another, there will be blood. Zak Penn and Scott Murphy's fresh take on superhero comics have ignited fans everywhere! Available with a Regular, Wraparound, and a special Heroic Incentive cover by Michael Dipascale. Cover price $3.99.