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Marvel’s greatest villain, Doctor Doom, stars in his own blockbuster series! Recently revealed to be portrayed by Robert Downey Jr in the upcoming Avengers Doomsday film!Victor Von Doom is at a crossroads. Wrestling with visions of an entirely different life, the lord of Latveria offers mankind a stark warning about the folly of a trillion-dollar global effort to create the first artificial black hole. But when a catastrophic act of terrorism kills thousands, the prime suspect is...Doom! Left with no homeland, no armies and no allies — indeed, nothing at all — will Doctor Doom's reign come to an abrupt end? Forced to seek out an old "frenemy" for help, Victor will go through hell — literally! And his old foe Mephisto is waiting for him there! Doom will have to battle Taskmaster, M.O.D.O.K., the Blue Marvel and more — but to clear his accursed name, he must embark on a deadly covert mission with unlikely ally Kang the Conqueror!COLLECTING: Doctor Doom (2019) 1-10, War of the Realms: War Scrolls (2019) 3 (B story), King In Black: Iron Man/Doctor Doom (2020) 1

The Midnight Sons, fan favorite 90s team of supernatural anti-heroes, reunite to combat the vampire threat in BLOOD HUNT!The uneasy alliance of supernatural adventurers once known as the Midnight Sons must band together once again to deal with the vampire threat unleashed in BLOOD HUNT! They have two Ghost Riders among their ranks, but even so they’ll have a hard time trying to defeat one of their own! Plus: As BLOOD HUNT shatters lives and wreaks untold havoc across the Marvel Universe, one of those affected in a most unexpected way will be Jake Gomez, the Werewolf by Night! Imbued with new abilities, a new look and a dangerous new direction, this Werewolf by Night is unlike any you’ve seen or known before!COLLECTING: Midnight Sons: Blood Hunt (2024) 1-3, Werewolf by Night: Blood Hunt (2024) 1

"Lightsabers clash as Keeve Trennis finally finds what she's been searching for in the Nihil Occlusion Zone! What is the secret of the ancient ruin? And can Keeve trust Lourna Dee when she needs her the most? The Jedi's deepest fears manifest as a face from the past makes a shocking appearance!"--

"In the aftermath of Doctor Strange's war with his own grizzled counterpart, General Strange, Stephen and Clea must set things to rights. But what about Clea's new little sister? Will they really return her to her warlord parents? And can the Stranges reckon with the legacy of the Faltine? Plus: Stephen is a very busy man -- sometimes, it seems like the busiest man. But that man has a best friend. So when there's something strange haunting the Sanctum Sanctorum, who can we turn to? Why, Bats the Ghost Dog, of course! But can Bats solve the mystery on his own, or is this good dog in way over his head? And, when a sentient role-playing game transforms New York City into a fantasy world, Doctor Strange must gather a new team of Secret Defenders!"--

"The greatest villain in Spider-Man history is back, and about to remind Spider-Man--along with all of us--exactly why he's so feared. And as if the Goblin isn't enough, the Sinister Six are here too--along with several other problems that will soon destroy Spider-Man's life once and for all"--

New from Critical Role’s smash-hit campaign the Mighty Nein!The saga of Exandria’s famous adventurers continues in this second collection of art, narrative, and lore from the cast of Critical Role, as well as the Critter community!The Chronicles of Exandria: The Mighty Nein Part Two follows Critical Role’s Mighty Nein campaign from their adventures in Xhorhas, to encounters with the Kryn and the Bright Queen, to discoveries at the Cinderrest Sanctum and in the belly of the Behemoth, all the way to events at the Whitedawn Lagoon.Clocking in at over 300 pages, this gorgeous hardcover documents the adventures and revelations of the Mighty Nein from their adventures in Exandria.

Three action-packed sci-fi stories from one of Agentina's most influencial comic book artists is collected here for the first time!

When a young witch is forced from her home by humankind, can she awaken her powers and find a way to save her home? Man and nature are at odds in this epic Ghibli-esque fantasy manga from debut author Yumeji Long ago, plants and animals lived in harmony...until the humans arrived. Unable to coexist with other species, humans mercilessly destroyed everything in their path, forcing fauna and flora into hiding. For hundreds of years, the world has been nothing but a vast, barren desert. Luckily, a few pockets of nature still exist; sanctuaries of witches, extraordinary women who can hear the call of the plants. Despite their abilities, humans despise witches and blame them for the disappearance of nature. While Pili continues her search for eden with Oak by her side, she has yet to grasp the true mercilessness of the world around her. A run-in with another traveling witch opens her eyes to the harsh reality of traveling solo. The witch, Laminala, vows to teach Pili all she needs to know about survival in a barren land. Oak keeps watch over Pili, even when her worldview needs a major adjustment. She must challenge her own beliefs before she’s ready to start her search for Eden in earnest. With fine and delicate linework, Yumeji brings a poetic dark fantasy to life! In a suffering world, Pili will have to forge her own path and discover the truth about the conflict between humans and nature. the quest for a lost paradise continues!

A love story between a boy with a scar and an abused misgendered classmate, both victims of bullying at school, Scars is an ardent coming-of-age manga about acknowledging our differences and finding self-acceptance Two school kids, Kyonosuke and Akira, live in a little village by the Japanese countryside. After an accident, Kyonosuke recieves a skin graft to his face, leaving him permanently scarred. This disfigurement makes Kyonosuke a target for constant bullying. Akira, his classmate, is trying to come to terms with her gender dysphoria, but is beaten by her father for saying she wants to be a girl. When they meet and fall in love, they decide to escape their toxic environment together. But are they strong enough to accept each other, and themselves, for who they are? A stunning and heartfelt manga trilogy from debut author-illustrator Brandon Arias, Scars deftly tackles childhood trauma, bullying, and the issue of growing into one’s own identity. This gorgeous, fresh, slice-of-life drama is sure to become a classic alongside such timely and relevant manga titles as Orange by Takano Ichigo and Our Dreams at Dusk by Yuhki Kamatani.

From rising star Tetsuya Tsutsui comes a three-volume horror-thriller which draws the reader into a tangled web of intrigue and lies, as two detectives trying to solve a string of mysterious deaths come face to face with a much larger conspiracy that threatens a manmade global pandemic What do two Japanese detectives, a naked man on a city street, and a roundworm from Botswana all have in common? In Manhole, Ken Mizoguchi and Nao Inoue are a pair of investigators asking themselves this very question as they string together clues to solve a string of bloody and mysterious murders. But as the pieces come together, they begin to uncover the threat of a deadly biological agent which poses a threat of epidemic proportions. The criminal responsible for the filariasis epidemic is finally unmasked. Behind this Machiavellian plan is a man wounded and full of resentment towards a society incapable of managing its monsters and unwilling to police the seeds of criminal impulses, even when their sprouting appears imminent... Will Mizoguchi and Inoue be able to prevent him from realizing the last part of his homicidal plan? The exhilarating conclusion to Tetsuya Tsutsui's biological thriller.

The threat of a manmade global pandemic looms... From rising star manga artist Tetsuya Tsutsui comes a three-volume horror-thriller following two detectives as they untangle a string of mysterious deaths and come face to face with a much larger conspiracy The situation is critical: for reasons unknown, mosquitoes carrying the filariasis parasite are still active, despite the winter season. Their proliferation brings the risk of a terrifying increase in the number of victims. With the possibility of a pandemic looming, Inspector Mizoguchi determinedly follows the trail of his number one suspect. But when he’s exposed to an infected individual, he’s suddenly racing against the clock. Will he survive long enough to solve the mystery? This thrilling detective story with a biological horror hook will keep readers on the edge of their seat. Rising star manga artist Tetsuya Tetsui's Manhole is a tightly paced fight to prevent a pandemic as perplexing as it is deadly.

In the depths of space, a group of students is pitted against each other in a brutal battle for survival—a gripping sci-fi survival horror from rising star manga artist Shiro Kuroi perfect for fans of Battle Royale and Attack on Titan Monster or human . . . What sleeps deep in the darkness? All adults on board the Leviathan are dead, and only two students know that help will not come. Should they inform their classmates to collectively find a way out of this desperate situation? Or should they, on the contrary, keep to themselves information on the cryopreservation unit at the heart of the ship, which can only fit one person and is their only chance of survival? Futaba convinces Kazuma to keep quiet, but due to an accident, everyone ends up learning the unfortunate truth. Now, nothing can prevent the survivors from killing each other until the last one standing... In a haunting setting depicted with extreme precision, Leviathan takes us on a journey to the depths of hell. How can one maintain their humanity in the icy expanse of space? One of the top bestselling new manga titles in Japan, Leviathan’s incredible, brutal illustrations and tightly paced plot will leave readers at the edge of their seats, and linger in their minds long after the last page of each volume. Perfect for fans of Moebius, Star Wars, and Katsuhiro Otomo, Leviathan is sure to be an instant hit.

In the depths of space, a group of students is pitted against each other in a brutal battle for survival—a gripping sci-fi survival horror from rising star manga artist Shiro Kuroi perfect for fans of Battle Royale and Attack on Titan Monster or human . . . What sleeps deep in the darkness? Alliances form among the trapped students inside Leviathan's ruins—victims against bullies, boys against girls, rich against poor—each confront each other in a deadly struggle to be the sole survivor. Kazuma has found refuge with the group that controls the cafeteria, but doubt creeps into his mind... what if the charismatic Yo is not as selfless as he seems to be? He quickly finds himself orchestrating the expulsion of this leader, hoping to takes his place. Will Kazuma be the single champion to reach the cryogenic chamber before the others, or is his diminishing sanity leading him more simply to self-destruction and demise? In a haunting setting depicted with extreme precision, discover the conclusion of this journey to the depths of hell... How can one maintain their humanity in the icy expanse of space? One of the top bestselling new manga titles in Japan, Leviathan’s incredible, brutal illustrations and tightly paced plot will leave readers at the edge of their seats, and linger in their minds long after the last page of each volume. Perfect for fans of Moebius, Star Wars, and Katsuhiro Otomo, Leviathan is sure to be an instant hit.

In a mafia-governed city where corruption and violence is commonplace, two brothers find a mysterious artifact that will change their lives forever Following the discovery of their father's cap and gloves, the brothers Kazuma develop strange abilities. Joe, determined not to be walked over anymore, decides to make use of his newfound strength by returning to boxing. Zack, on the other hand, will use his increased cognitive abilities to confront the corruption within his law enforcement hierarchy. Meanwhile, the Gospels encroach further into the territory of the Darumas, the local mafia. A gang war is declared! Can the two thrive against all odds, thrown into a sprawling metropolis commanded by corrupt mafia gangs? A series recommended by Tony Valente, author of the animated-adapted manga series Radiant!

In a mafia-governed city where corruption and violence is commonplace, this manga follows two brothers who find a mysterious artifact that will change their lives forever Joe and Zack lost their father when they were young. Since then, the two brothers have chosen vastly different paths: Zack is a policeman, while Joe is a food delivery boy. Yet despite their differences, both share a gift for boxing. However, the discovery of mysterious artifacts left by their late father is about to change their lives forever . . . Can the two thrive against all odds, thrown into a sprawling metropolis commanded by corrupt mafia gangs?

An exhilarating manga following the journey taken by a boy and his migrating village across a frigid post-apocalyptic setting riddled with folkloric monsters There once was a land where humans and monsters both lived. The sun protected the humans during the day, but at night the monsters were on the prowl. On the day that the sun disappeared forever behind the clouds, the terrifying monsters, no longer warded off by the sunlight, hunted the humans in the day and the night. For almost thirty years, Saber and his village were cut off from the rest of the world. They have no choice but to communicate with each other using sign language to avoid the monsters, who can track them by sound and especially by voice. However, the village encounters trouble when a young woman named Luna arrives in the village. She tells them that there is a better way to fight monsters—by becoming monsters themselves. This is only the beginning of a harrowing and thrilling adventure. The villagers leave everything behind, traversing the looming mountains that surround them to find other humans who can help them. In order to escape a life devoid of peace, it is up to Luna and the villagers to summon something they have long forgotten—the courage to live.

The world's most famous lovers are now sworn enemies dueling to the death! In this Shakespearean Western, warrior-for-hire (and pregnant) Juliet Capulet is hired to protect a border town nunnery from the evil forces led by her ex Romeo. As they prepare, she reluctantly reunites with her old allies, including Hamlet, Othello, Puck (a "Magnificent Shakespeare Seven") but they soon discover something rotten in the state of the nunnery and a magical force that dreams are made on... all while Juliet must determine if the father of her child is Hamlet... or the man she must kill, Romeo. Pulitzer Prize-winner writer Anthony Del Col (Luke Cage: Everyman, I Escaped a Chinese Internment Camp) and artist Stefan Tosheff bring reboot Kill Shakespeare with this fantasy Western that's tailor-made for fans of Neil Gaiman, Fables and Lore Olympus.

In this second special collector's edition, the next five Asterix stories are brought together in one fabulous luxury volume.In ASTERIX AND CLEOPATRA, we join Asterix, Obleix and co as they are recruited to build a magnificent palace for Queen Cleopatra. There are villainous saboteurs to be outwitted, but Asterix, Obelix and Getafix still find time to go sight-seeing - and leave their mark on the pyramids and the Sphinx's nose.In ASTERIX AND THE BIG FIGHT, there's something fishy going on, as Chief Cassius Ceramix has gone over to the Roman enemy. One way or another, the fight for control of the village between Vitalstatistix and his rival is bound to be a knockout.In ASTERIX IN BRITAIN, one little ancient British village still holds out against the Roman invaders. Asterix and Obelix are invited to help, facing fog, warm beer, and a wild chase for magic potion that ends in the first ever tea-party.In ASTERIX AND THE NORMANS, a Norman invasion threatens the Gaulish village, but but the Gauls - and Asterix and Obelix - are armed with their magic potion and must teach the Normans about meaning of fear.In ASTERIX THE LEGIONARY, Asterix and Obelix join the Roman army - who'd have expected to see Asterix in a legionary's uniform?! - to rescue Obelix's true love's fiancé from North Africa, leaving Centurions baffled as their mission turns into a smashing adventure.

Filled with true tales of the New York mob, with the most colorful characters of the era, from John Gotti to Don King to Frank Sinatra, making appearances throughout the graphic novel, at its heart, Last of the Gladiators is a love story. A love story between a father and a son. Based on the acclaimed memoir by James LaRossa Jr., and told through his eyes, Last of the Gladiators is the story of how a young man finds his own identity and place in the world, while growing up the son of one of the most outsized and outrageously successful personalities in the history of New York City, a father LaRossa Jr. always called his "true north." In the end, Last of the Gladiators is the story of what it takes and what it means to become, and to be, a true man.

Reproducing the initial eleven issues of the world's first true science-fiction comic, this seminal collection exemplifies the genre's Golden Age. Full of vivid artistry and narrative twists, the trailblazing series features wildly imaginative tales of nuclear apocalypse, interstellar adventures, and glittering utopias.

About the BookEXPERIENCE THE TIMELESS LEGENDS OF HANUMAN IN A THRILLING COMIC FORMAT, PERFECT FOR GRAPHIC NOVEL ENTHUSIASTS AND NEWCOMERS ALIKE.In a world where gods and mortals collide, the beloved monkey god, Hanuman, rises with boundless strength, unwavering courage and loyalty. This edgy graphic novel delves into the legendary tales of Hanuman, redefining his essence.From his miraculous birth to his boon of immortality, follow Hanuman on a journey filled with adventure, mischief and his loyalty to Lord Rama. Witness his daring escapades, quest for knowledge and undying devotion.As the gods' messenger, Hanuman embarks on a dangerous mission to rescue Sita, facing all odds. His ultimate act of bravery-retrieving the life-giving Sanjeevani herb to save Lakshmana-cements his place as a timeless symbol of devotion and strength.The Story of Hanuman invites you on a comic odyssey where humour meets heroism. Perfect for graphic novel enthusiasts and newcomers alike, this epic retelling captivates readers with its vibrant panels.

The unbelievable, transformative concluding chapter of Ranger Academy!

Heartstopper meets pop-punk as four Black teenagers form a band to slay the music industry and smash its exclusionist rules. A YA graphic novel about finding your tribe and figuring out your identity in a world that tries to define you.