SOLLICITATIONS DARK HORSE - AOÛT 2021

DARK HORSE COMICS FOR AUGUST

APEX LEGENDS: OVERTIME #3

Jesse Stern (W), Neil Edwards (P), Keith Champagne (I), Antonio Fabela (C), and David Nakayama (Cover).

When one of the Legends leaves the Arena with a mysterious package, two others follow to see what their suspicious competitor is up to. The Legends trail him to his lab and their confrontation unleashes chaos on Solace’s city streets. They’ll need to stop this new threat, but first they must survive it.

32 pages, $3.99, available on August 4.

THE ART OF THE ANDROID UNIVERSE HC

Asmodee (W).

From the megapolis of New Angeles to the lunar Heinlein colony to the dangerous Martian frontier and beyond, the universe of Android is a grand futuristic setting like no other. This volume explores the fantastic designs of each of the games’ characters, accompanied by intricate examinations of the technological marvels of the worlds and the surrealist landscapes of cyberspace!

192 pages, $39.99, available on Oct. 6.

THE ART OF OVERWATCH VOLUME 2 LIMITED EDITION HC

Blizzard (W/A).

A limited-edition compendium including never-before-seen concept art for new characters – from Doomfist to Echo! This volume showcases new content from summer 2017 onward, including the development process around fan-favorite heroes, environments, and cinematics. Beyond new content, this all-encompassing guide goes further, expanding on the construction of unique, event-driven game modes, NPC design, and more. Introduction text and a sneak peek at Overwatch 2, meticulously crafted with the Overwatch game team, complete this beautiful collection! Created in close collaboration with Blizzard Entertainment, who will be offering the standard hardcover edition.

Filled with never-before-seen art, commentary by the game team, and concept art for the newest Overwatch characters!

368 pages, $99.99, available on Oct. 27.

BEASTS OF THE FOUR NATIONS – CREATURES FROM AVATAR: THE LAST AIRBENDER AND THE LEGEND OF KORRA HC & DELUXE EDITION HC

Various (W/A), Devin Elle Kurtz (Cover).

Dive into the world of Avatar: The Last Airbender and The Legend of Korra with this in-depth exploration of its animal inhabitants!

Part of what everyone loves about the Four Nations is all the strange and wonderful (and sometimes scary!) creatures that inhabit them! From the Air Nomads’ flying bison, to Kyoshi Island’s elephant koi, to the Earth Kingdom’s singing groundhogs and the little purple pentapus, look to this hardcover collection for images and information on Avatar and Korra’s creatures large and small, including many from the spirit world!

The deluxe edition includes a gorgeous slipcase, a deluxe cover treatment, an art print, and folio to celebrate the unique and wonderful creatures of the Avatar world.

192 pages, $39.99 (Deluxe edition, $79.99), available on Oct. 12.

BLACK HAMMER REBORN #3

Jeff Lemire (W), Caitlin Yarsky (A/Cover), Dave Stewart (C), Fiona Stephenson (Cover).

Twenty years ago, Lucy Weber fought madmen and monsters – today she finds her marriage falling apart and her children in danger. And now past threats – and rogue heroes – return to herald the end of the world!

32 pages, $3.99, available on August 18.

BLACK HAMMER: VISIONS #7

Cecil Castellucci (W), Melissa Duffy (A/Cover), Bill Crabtree (C), Veronica Fish (Cover), Yuko Shimizu (Cover).

Exiled in a world of forgotten heroes and villains known as Limbo Land, Ms. Moonbeam hopes one day to be released and put back into a main story of her own – all of that gets thrown into a major existential crisis with the arrival of Colonel Weird into her world, leading her on a quest to find her way out of Limbo Land.

32 pages, $3.99, available on August 18.

BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL DELUXE VOLUME 4 HC

Hiroaki Samura (W/A/Cover).

Over 600 pages, collecting Hirokai Samura’s captivating « Secrets, » « Fall Frost, » and « Beasts » story arcs! With Rin searching for the vicious leader of the Itto-ryu on her own, Manji joins forces with Magatsu – a fan-favorite killer – to take on the evil Shira! Collects Blade of the Immortal volumes 10 to 12 in the original 7" x 10" serialized format, in a faux-leather hardcover treatment, and with a bookmark ribbon.

656 pages, black and white, $49.99, available on Oct. 6.

CATS! PURRFECT STRANGERS TP

Frederic Brremaud (W), Paola Antista (A/Cover), Cecilia Giumento (C).

A collection of light-hearted short comic stories following the lives of three young women and their cats. Best friends Manon, Erika, and Camille see adventure every day, but when all three become cat owners, everything changes – for better or for worse! Grow up with these quirky cats and share in all the excitement and fun that comes with raising a cat. Collects three of the original six French albums.

152 pages, $14.99, available on Oct. 27.

CREEPING HC

Zack Keller (W), Doug Wheatley (A/Cover).

A new internet challenge called « creeping » is sweeping across social media.

« Creeping » is a dangerous online trend that dares participants to spend the night at a frightening location – from crumbling cemeteries to derelict morgues. As more people join in, the competition increases – who can outdo the latest scary destination? One group of thrillseekers determines to find the most terrifying place in the world – an abandoned medieval fortress turned insane asylum fills the bill, but they soon realize they are in for more than they bargained for.

This graphic novel takes you on a horrifying journey where fun and mischief take a shocking turn into the ultimate fight for survival.

88 pages, $19.99, available on Oct. 13.

CRITICAL ROLE: VOX MACHINA ORIGINS SERIES III #4

Matthew Mercer (W), Jody Houser (W), Olivia Samson (A), Diana Sousa (C), Marina Romero Arias (Cover).

Waging war in the wintery wastes! Vox Machina – the members who aren’t magically frozen, anyway – follow their mystery assailant through a portal and find themselves facing something much bigger, both literally and metaphorically, than they anticipated!

32 pages, $3.99, available on August 11.

CYBERPUNK 2077: YOU HAVE MY WORD #3

Bartosz Sztybor (W), Giulia Brusco (C), Jesus Hervas (A/Cover A), Mattia De lulis (Cover B)

There’s still more questions than answers surrounding Oriona’s murder. Who pulled the trigger? A Militech mole, her cyberpunk friends, or could it be linked to a long-sought enemy of the Valentinos? Teresa still doesn’t know who to trust, and intel isn’t all she gained from Kyle . . .

32 pages, $3.99, available on August 25.

THE DARK HORSE BOOK OF HORROR TP

Various (W/A), Gary Gianni (Cover)

Originally collected as a hardcover, these stories from the likes of Mike Mignola, Evan Dorkin, Jill Thompson, Gary Gianni, Robert E. Howard, and more first appeared in the Dark Horse Book of Monsters, the Dark Horse Book of Witchcraft, the Dark Horse Book of Hauntings, and the Dark Horse Book of the Dead. Now available for the first time in paperback, these haunting shorts have lost none of their spine-tingling genius!

304 pages, $24.99, available on Oct. 6.

DELVER TP

MK Reed (W), C. Spike Trotman (W), Clive Hawken (A/Cover).

When the door to a living dungeon surfaces in the tiny hamlet of Oddgoat, village girl Temerity Aster has two choices: abandon the only home she’s ever known to carpet baggers and sellswords, or carve out a place for herself and her family in the new and dangerous world of delving.

144 pages, $19.99, available on Oct. 6.

THE DRAGON PRINCE: DRAGON EGG ZYM KEYCHAIN

Now you can carry the egg of the most powerful creature in the world, the Dragon Prince Azymondias (or Zym to his friends), on your adventures too! Just like the egg on the show, this gorgeous keychain features a sparkling effect.

Each enamel keychain measures approximately at 1.75" tall, $9.99, available on Sept. 8.

THE DRAGON PRINCE: AARAVOS BUG PAL KEYCHAIN

Who wouldn’t want a magical caterpillar companion? Just be careful if this keychain talks to you, as this is a familiar to the powerful and mysterious Aaravos . . . Who knows what they might have in store for you.

Each enamel keychain measures approximately at 1.75" tall, $9.99, available on Sept. 8.

DUNE PAUL ATREIDES FIGURE

Paul Atreides is the son of a Duke born into a destiny greater than his noble title. Haunted by visions of the future, Paul journeys with his family to their new home on the dangerous desert planet known throughout the galaxy as Dune. With unseen dangers lurking in the shadows and around every corner, an untested Paul must face his fears and keep his blade skills sharp in order to survive.

Stands approximately 9.25 Inches tall, $49.99, available on Sept 1.

DUNE DUNCAN IDAHO FIGURE

Duncan Idaho is a tactical combat expert and confidant loyal to House Atreides. The most gifted Swordmaster in the Known Universe, he is the eyes and ears of the Duke, always watching the horizon in a world of unknown dangers. Fiercely loyal; there are few in the galaxy that can match his swordsmanship. This hand-painted figure is posed in a combat stance, as Duncan Idaho is always ready for battle.

Stands approximately 9.5 Inches tall, $49.99, available on Sept 1.

DUNE LADY JESSICA FIGURE

A mother and leader with an unbreakable bond to her royal son Paul Atreides, Lady Jessica is a skilled fighter and master of the Bene Gesserit mind-control power called The Voice. Jessica must hone her skills and face her fears to ensure Paul’s survival on the dangerous desert planet known as Dune.

Stands approximately 8.9 Inches tall, $49.99, available on Sept 1.

THE EC ARCHIVES: FRONTLINE COMBAT VOLUME 3 HC

Harvey Kurtzman (W/A), Jerry De Fuccio (W), Wally Wood (W/A), George Evans (W/A), Jack Davis (W/A), John Severin (A), Will Elder (A), Alex Toth (A), Joe Kubert (A).

In these classic EC tales of war, legendary writer/artist/editor Harvey Kurtzman collaborates with some of the greatest artists of all time in Wally Wood, John Severin, Alex Toth, and many others to create stirring tales of daring soldiers and the horrors of war in stark, uncompromising detail. Collecting Frontline Combat #12–#15, this volume features – in fully remastered digital color.

152 pages, $49.99, available on Oct. 6.

ENIGMA: THE DEFINITIVE EDITION HC

Peter Milligan (W), Duncan Fegredo (A/C/Cover).

Enigma is a visceral, post-modern tale of self-discovery and sexual identity told against the backdrop of outrageous superheroes and villains. Michael Smith lives a meaningless life. But when the weird characters from Enigma, his favorite childhood comic seem to come to life, Michael embarks upon an increasingly obsessive crusade to uncover the incredible secret behind their improbable existence . . . and ultimately, his own. Considered a classic and groundbreaking graphic novel for its LGBTQIA+ themes when first released – featuring the first gay superhero in mainstream comics.

With a brand-new cover by Duncan Fegredo and a treasure trove of nearly 50 pages of extras including development art, color sketches, and behind-the-scenes notes into the making of this celebrated story.

264 pages, $24.99, available on Oct. 6.

THE EVIL DEAD 40TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION HC

Mark Verheiden (W), John Bolton (A/Cover).

Celebrate the 40th anniversary of the cult horror classic in this hardcover graphic novel collection that expands on the film! Now an iconic horror hero, relive Ash’s first visit to the cabin that brought him face to face with the delectably deranged deadites who possessed his girlfriend and friends . . . and turned « the perfect place to get laid » into a house of fear and fury. Return to the original nonstop gore-fest and experience the thrills, gags, and gagging anew, with unexpected extra scenes, a new afterword from writer Mark Verheiden, and an updated sketchbook section!

112 pages, $19.99, available on Oct. 27.

E.X.O.: THE LEGEND OF WALE WILLIAMS VOLUME 1 TP

Roye Okupe (W), Sunkanmi Akinboye (A), Raphael Kazeem (C), Godwin Akpan (Cover).

The oldest son of a world-renowned scientist, Wale Williams – aka tech-savvy superhero EXO – tries to save Lagoon City from a deadly group of emerging extremists. But before this « pending » superhero can do any good for his city, there is one person he must save first – himself! An Afrofuturist superhero story about redemption set in the bustling metropolis that is Lagos, Nigeria – with a creative team that’s also from Lagos!

Dark Horse and YouNeek Studios launch a shared universe of African fantasy and superhero stories – the YouNeek YouNiverse! Extraordinary stories about extraordinary characters inspired by African history, culture, and mythology.

280 pages, $24.99, available on Oct. 29.

GOD OF WAR: FALLEN GOD TP

Chris Roberson (W), Tony Parker (A), Dan Jackson (C), Dave Rapoza (Cover).

After conquering Zeus and thwarting Athena, Kratos believes himself to be finally free from his bondage. He sets sail for the desert in an attempt to distance himself from his home and his shame only to find his rage and guilt follow close behind. Kratos rages against the one foe that has proven to be unconquerable – himself. But a war against oneself is unwinnable, and only invites madness. Collects issues #1-4 of the miniseries.

96 pages, $19.99, available on Oct. 13.

THE GOLEM WALKS AMONG US! #1

Mike Mignola (W) Christopher Golden (W), Peter Bergting (A/Covers), Michelle Madsen (C).

The Golem has a long memory . . . After being awakened from his long sleep in a shrine in Eastern Europe, Josef the Golem aids in the fight against the witches that once again terrorize humanity. Deployed to a small village where a cult has taken root, Josef encounters not only witches but an old enemy who remembers him well . . . and is out for vengeance!

32 pages, $3.99, available on August 4.

GROO MEETS TARZAN #2

Mark Evanier (W), Sergio Aragones (W/A/Cover), Thomas Yeates (A/Cover), Tom Luth (C).

A bumbling barbarian encounters the cunning lord of the jungle, but will Groo wind up destroying the jungle itself or teaming up with Tarzan to fight slavers? With cartoonist Sergio lost and running from hungry lions in Chula Vista’s Jungle Safari Land and script writer Mark doing panels all day at Comic-Con, how will this comic get finished in time? Legendary Tarzan artist Thomas Yeates swings in to help! Plus – the Rufferto backup strips continue!

32 pages, $3.99, available on August 24.

THE HELLBOUND VOLUME 1 TP

Yeon Sang-Ho (W), Choi Gyu-Seok (A/Cover), Danny Lim (Translator).

One day, you will receive a message from an unknown sender. The message will only include your name, the fact that you are going to hell, and the time you have left to live. When the time counts down to zero, supernatural beings manifest to condemn you to hell. Amid social chaos and increasing hysteria, the people must find a way to survive this inexplicable terror.

320 pages, black and white, $17.99, available on Oct. 13.

HELLBOY AND THE BPRD: THE SECRET OF CHESBRO HOUSE #1

Mike Mignola (W), Christopher Golden (W), Shawn McManus (A/Cover), Dave Stewart (C), Matt Smith (Cover).

Hellboy is plunged headlong into the dark history of a haunted mansion, witnessing at last the dark truth behind the ghost in residence . . . and how it might be made to leave.

32 pages, $3.99, available on August 4.

HELLBOY: HIS LIFE AND TIMES PUZZLE

Mike Mignola (A), Dave Stewart (A).

Dark Horse is proud to present this stunning and encapsulating artwork from the upcoming Hellboy Omnibus Boxed Set in high-quality puzzle form! The artwork is by Hellboy creator Mike Mignola and colorist Dave Stewart. Matte finish, measuring at 20"x27" when completed. Packaged in a sturdy full-color box with resealable bag inside to keep all pieces secure.

20 inches by 27 inches, 1,000 pieces, $19.99, available on Sept. 29.

THE HOUSE TP

Phillip Sevy (W), Drew Zucker (A/Cover).

During the Battle of the Bulge, a squadron of US soldiers is caught in a blizzard while patrolling through the woods. Seeking refuge from the impending white out, they stumble across an abandoned manor, seeking shelter and safety. Once inside, however, the doors disappear, rooms begin to morph, exits become entrances, and they quickly realize there is no safety to be found! As their eyes deceive them, their minds descend into madness, panic, and paranoia. Is this real? Or is there more to this labyrinth than what resides within the walls? Secrets are revealed, history is retold, and death is the only mercy.

184 pages, $19.99, available on Oct. 13.

THE HOUSE OF LOST HORIZONS: A SARAH JEWELL MYSTERY #4

Mike Mignola (W), Chris Roberson (W), Leila del Duca (A), Michelle Madsen (C), Christopher Mitten (Cover).

Sarah Jewell catches one murder suspect red-handed in a bid to steal an occult artifact, while Marie Therése continues to pursue her own suspicions. But the culprit they finally discover is the one person neither one of them suspected!

32 pages, $3.99, available on August 11.

KILLER QUEENS #1

David M. Booher (W), Claudia Balboni (A/Cover), Harry Saxon (C), Chris Ables (Cover), Jen Bartel (Cover).

Meet Max and Alex. Reformed intergalactic assassins for hire. On the run. Also super gay. Their former boss – a fluffy monkey with a jetpack – is hot on their tail to take back his stolen ship. They gotta eat, so they take a mission from Alex’s old flame. Your standard no-kill, casualty-free kidnapping recovery from a nearby moon. Only complication? Half the moon is ruled by a fascist dictator hostile to foreigners. They’re the Killer Queens, so what could possibly go wrong? Tackle issues of love, xenophobia, and the terror of fascist dictatorships in this hilarious sci-fi epic.

32 pages, $3.99, available on August 8.

KINGDOM HEARTS CHARACTER FILES HC

Square Enix (W).

Explore the Disney-filled world of Kingdom Hearts with this in depth look into the beloved characters from the most popular games in the series. In addition to highlighting each character’s evolving appearance and unique costumes, this tome illuminates the entire cast’s back stories and retells their adventures from across the beloved series. From iconic heroes like Sora, Donald, Goofy, and King Mickey, to famous villains like Ansem, Maleficent, Hades, and Scar, this volume offers unprecedented insights into the lore behind the games!

224 pages, $4.99, available on Oct. 20.

LUCKY DEVIL #1

Cullen Bunn (W), Fran Galan (A/Cover), El Torres (C).

A down-on-his-luck schlub is possessed by a malevolent demon. Just when he thinks things can’t get worse, the exorcism goes wrong . . . and he finds that somehow he’s retained all of the entity’s supernatural gifts. After a path of revenge on all the people that have wronged him, he begins to gather worshippers and form a cult. But the legions of Hell don’t take kindly to this, and they send demonic agents to murder the schlub-turned-god before he gains too much power.

32 pages, $3.99, available on August 4.

MAFIOSA TP

Sunshine Barbito (W), Alessia Alfano (A), Debora Carita (A), Ronda Pattison (C), Mariacristina Federico (C), Jenny Frison (Cover).

At the height of the roaring twenties, the daughter of a mafia boss is determined to rise to prominence in her family’s business.

Nicoletta has aspirations to join her brothers in the family business – an organized crime syndicate running the streets of Brooklyn. Though her father objects and a crisis ensues, Nicoletta takes it upon herself to prove she has what it takes, moving steadfastly into a world of brutality. New York has a new player in town, and they ain’t seen nothing yet!

Combining the romanticism of the roaring twenties and Nicoletta’s journey into the brazen violence of mafia-dominated New York, Mafiosa sets the status quo ablaze – with style, class, and a smoking barrel.

128 pages, $19.99, available on Oct. 13.

MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE: REVELATION #2

Kevin Smith (W), Rob David (W), Tim Sheridan (W), Mindy Lee (A/C), Dave Wilkins (Cover), Bill Sienkiewicz (Cover).

This is the official comic book prequel to the upcoming Netflix television show. Following the vicious Orlax attack on King Randor, He-Man learns the creature is linked to the origin of the sword of power and also to his nemesis Skeletor who finally finds himself on the cusp of realizing his dream of capturing Grayskull’s secrets!

32 pages, $3.99, available on August 11.

MINECRAFT VOLUME 3 TP

Sfe Monster (W), Sarah Graley (A/C/Cover), Stef Purenins (C).

Candance, Evan, Grace, Tobi, and Tyler continue their adventures in the world of Minecraft and find themselves stumbling upon a mysterious ruined portal. Arriving to a strange and wonderful corner of the Nether that they’ve never seen, the group turn to their Nether expert, Grace, for help. However, as they face new threats, Grace finds that the team’s reliance on her in the Nether is hitting a breaking point! The group discover themselves deep in a bastion and now have to face their most intense challenge yet . . . without their expert. It’ll take the full force of the entire group to overcome the unknown!

88 pages, $10.99, available on Oct. 27.

NORSE MYTHOLOGY II #3

Neil Gaiman (W), P. Craig Russell (W/Cover), Mark Buckingham (A), Lovern Kindzierski (C), David Mack (Cover).

Thor and Loki stumble upon sleeping giant who takes them on a journey to the giant king who gives them a bizarre challenge to participate in.

32 pages, $3.99, available on August 18.

ORPHAN AND THE FIVE BEASTS TP

James Stokoe (W/A/Cover).

Spurred on by her master’s dying words, the adopted warrior « Orphan Mo » seeks to find and kill five former disciples who now threaten the land with corruption from their demonic powers. Part Five Deadly Venoms and part surreal grindhouse, James Stokoe brings his knack for ultra-detailed fantasy imagery and over-the-top violence to this classic tale of revenge.

104 pages, $19.99, available on Oct. 13.

PARASOMNIA #3

Cullen Bunn (W), Andrea Mutti (A/Cover), Patric Reynolds (Cover).

In a twisted dream world, a nameless stranger battles nightmares in his hunt for his missing son – while in the waking world, the boy’s parents find their lives falling apart. As the search for his son in his dreams carries on a bizarre plot is uncovered of children being used as bait for monsters.

32 pages, $3.99, available on August 25.

PLANTS VS. ZOMBIES BOXED SET 7

Paul Tobin (W), Christianne Gillenardo-Goudreau (A), Kieron Dwyer (A), Heather Breckel (C), Ron Chan (Cover).

Collecting three Plants vs. Zombies original graphic novels into one deluxe boxed set! Exclusive slipcase art by fan-favorite artist Ron Chan! In Better Homes and Guardens, Dr. Zomboss invents traps disguised as homes, but defending plants named « Guardens » help to thwart his plans. The Garden Path graphic novel lets readers pick multiple reading paths and endings, and Multi-ball-istic features Dr. Zomboss « leveling up » all of Neighborville by transforming it into a giant pinball machine! Three action and humor filled adventures that all ages can enjoy!

264 pages, $32.97, available on Oct. 6.

RANGERS OF THE DIVIDEÂ #4

Megan Huang (W/A/Cover)

The cadets come face to face with a powerful new enemy! As the Commander’s fears become a reality, a sacrifice must be made – his mission or the lives of those who trusted him.

32 pages, $3.99, available on August 18.

SAVAGE HEARTS #2

Aubrey Sitterson (W), Jed Dougherty (A/Cover), Lovern Kindzierski (C).

Peter & Mary Jane. Clark & Lois. Bronwyn & Graow. Comics gets its new favorite couple in this jungle fantasy romantic comedy from Aubrey Sitterson and Jed Dougherty.

32 pages, $3.99, available on August 18.

, RUNESCAPE: THE FIRST 20 YEARS – AN ILLUSTRATED HISTORY HC

Alex Calvin (W).

RuneScape and Old School RuneScape offer a rich world where players are free to create their own character, choose their own quests, and tell their own stories. Now, Jagex and Dark Horse presents a guide to the history of the RuneScape franchise, exploring these games’ detailed tapestry through exciting and exclusive art and behind the scenes interviews!

224 pages, $39.99, available on Oct. 6.

THE SECRET LAND #3

Christofer Emgård (W), Tomas Aira (A/C/Cover).

The Nazis have birthed something unspeakable at their Antarctic base, and Katherine is determined to stop it. On the horizon: the US Navy – and Ben. Through blood, madness, and fear he will fight. No hell will prevent him from reuniting with her.

32 pages, $3.99, available on August 11.

SHE COULD FLY VOLUME 3: FIGHT OR FLIGHT TP

Christopher Cantwell (W), Martín Morazzo (A/Cover), Miroslav Mrva (C).

After an intense brain surgery, Luna’s mental imbalances are more manageable, but still problematic. Now 18, she’s estranged from her parents and forging a life on her own. But Luna soon discovers that there’s a new Flying Woman in town . . . one that’s hellbent on causing havoc and terror.

After witnessing this new Flying Villain, Luna’s purpose finally become clear. She must be the one to fly – for the good of Chicago, for the sake of her family, for the memory of Mayura, and for herself.

And this battle will all take place above the Chicago skyline…

112 pages, $19.99, available on Oct. 6.

STEPHEN MCCRANIE’S SPACE BOY VOLUME 11 TP

Stephen McCranie (W/A/Cover).

Oliver is faced with the choice that will drive the course for the rest of his life, as the young boy needs to learn to cope with the new world around him. On top of that, the saga of the Arno and the mysterious Artifact thickens, and the people on Earth struggle to find answers. With shocking reveals and moments that pull at your heartstrings, this is not a volume you will want to miss!

240 pages, $10.99, available on Oct. 27.

TALES FROM HARROW COUNTY: FAIR FOLK #2

Cullen Bunn (W), Emily Schnall (A/Cover, Tyler Crook (Cover). As the acting protector of Harrow County, Bernice sets off to find what is occurring beneath the city and stumbles upon an underground shrine to the last protector of her town and its goblin and ghost worshippers.

32 pages, $3.99, available on August 18.

THE TRUE LIVES OF THE FABULOUS KILLJOYS: CALIFORNIA DELUXE EDITION HC

Gerard Way (W), Shaun Simon (W), Becky Cloonan (A), Dan Jackson (C), Tony Ong (Cover).

A direct tie-in to the My Chemical Romance album Danger Days! 

Years ago, the Killjoys fought against the tyrannical megacorporation Better Living Industries, costing them their lives, save for one – the mysterious Girl. Today, the followers of the original Killjoys languish in the Desert while BLI systematically strips citizens of their individuality. As the fight for freedom fades, it’s left to the Girl to take up the mantle and bring down the fearsome BLI!

This oversized deluxe hardcover edition collects issues #1-5 of the 2014 series The True Lives of the Fabulous Killjoys: California – the deluxe format also includes a slipcase designed by Tony Ong and an exclusive print by Becky Cloonan, the short story « Dead Satellites, » with the expanded sketchbook section from the limited edition!

144 pages, $79,99, available on Oct. 20.

THE UNBELIEVABLE UNTEENS: FROM THE WORLD OF BLACK HAMMER #1

Jeff Lemire (W), Tyler Crook (W/C/Cover A), and John McCrea (Cover B).

From the world of the Black Hammer series comes this meta team superhero saga taking place between two different worlds. After signing at a comic book convention, Unbelievable Unteens artist Jane Ito finds herself visited by one of the characters from her own creation – but was it her own creation? Were the Unteens an actual school of teenaged misfit superheroes who battled supervillains under the lead of the mysterious Dr. Miles Moniker? And if so, who wiped their memories and why? As Jane’s world is turned upside down and she learns the true nature of her identity she discovers a sinister plot leading her to assemble a team she had suspected was purely fictional.

32 pages, $3.99, available on August 11.

THE WITCHER: WITCH’S LAMENT #4

Bartosz Sztybor (W), Vanesa R. Del Rey (A/Cover), Jordie Bellaire (C), Anato Finnstark (Cover), Stefan Koidl (Cover).

Vengeance, rage, retribution – as the motives behind the murder are revealed, the weight of Geralt’s guilt manifests – is justice his to deliver or will penance require a sacrifice?

32 pages, $3.99, available on August 25.

THE WORST DUDES #3

Aubrey Sitterson (W), Tony Gregori (A/Cover), Lovern Kindzierski (C).

It’s the book that has everyone saying « What am I looking at here? » « You should be ashamed of yourselves! » and « What is Dark Horse thinking!? » From acknowledged bad eggs Aubrey Sitterson and Tony Gregori, it’s the sci-fi detective story so dirty, so filthy, so repulsive it’ll turn your other comics yellow.

Includes the special print single issue-exclusive backup « No Kings, No Masters » by Aubrey Sitterson and Goran Gligovic.

32 pages, $3.99, available on August 4.