PREVIEWS: AUG17

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HULK #11

(W) Mariko Tamaki (A) Georges Duarte (CA) John Tyler Christopher

JEN WALTERS here, asking you to kindly pre-order your copy of HULK #11...or else I'll come into your shop and rip up all of your issues of ASTONISHING X-MEN #1! That last-page reveal won't be so revealing when it's in shreds on the floor...What? No, I'm not deflecting. Yes, the events of the last arc WERE challenging, but I'm fine...Listen, I just told you, I AM FINE. If you keep asking me, you'll make me mad...and you won't like me when I'm mad... Rated T+

I AM GROOT TP

(W) Christopher Hastings (A) Flaviano (CA) Marco D'Alfonso

Groot is back - smaller and cuter than ever! When the Guardians of the Galaxy get caught in a wormhole, a pint-sized Groot finds himself on his own, billions of light-years away from his team, on an unknown world. Seriously underdeveloped and all alone, Groot must make the journey to the center of this world if he's to find a way back to his family! And the first tiny step is finding someone - anyone! - who can translate "I am Groot." This isn't gonna be easy... He'll find new friends, and meet some familiar-looking strangers - but will the trusting Groot realize there's a traitor in his midst? And when he learns the mysteries of the planet he's stuck on, will the interstellar doorway home be blocked by an ancient, unspeakable horror? We are Groot! Collecting I AM GROOT #1-5. Rated T

ICEMAN #6

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(W) Sina Grace (A) Robert Gill (CA) Kevin Wada

CHAMPIONS REASSEMBLED Part 1 ICEMAN, one of the most powerful mutants within the Marvel Universe, discovers his powers and his outlook on life evolving. He needs to lead the charge with a team who stand proudly by his side in the war to "protect those who can't protect themselves." Hercules, Ghost Rider, Black Widow, Darkstar, and Angel re-unite with Marvel's fearless frozen fighter setting ICEMAN on an all-new path. As more unexpected enemies emerge, can Bobby mature into the warrior he's destined to become? Hope he survives the experience! PLUS: Includes 3 bonus MARVEL PRIMER PAGES! Story by Robbie Thompson and a TBA artist! Rated T+

INCREDIBLE HULK #709

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(W) Greg Pak (A) Greg Land (CA) Greg Land

RETURN TO PLANET HULK Part 1 When Amadeus Cho picks up a distress signal from a distant planet he's shocked to find out it's from SAKAAR. As the Totally Awesome Hulk, he's been trying to avert the curse of anger that haunted Bruce Banner. But SAKAAR is a place for warriors and gladiators...a place where the Hulk fought brutally in the Imperial Arena...who is calling Cho for help? PLUS: Includes 3 bonus MARVEL PRIMER PAGES! Story by Robbie Thompson and a TBA artist! Rated T

INCREDIBLE HULK EPIC COLLECTION HULK MUST DIE TP

(W) Stan Lee (A) Steve Ditko (CA) Jack Kirby

Marvel's Green Goliath is pulling no punches! After the cancellation of his debut series, the Incredible Hulk returns in TALES TO ASTONISH - and he means business! Dr. Robert Bruce Banner's alter ego battles General "Thunderbolt" Ross, the Leader and his Humanoids, the Executioner, and more Communists than you can shake a tank at. And if that's not enough, round two pits the Hulk against Hercules, introduces classic villain the Abomination, dives into the intrigue of the Secret Empire, and goes cosmic with the Silver Surfer and the High Evolutionary! Featuring stories by Stan Lee and art by a who's who of Marvel greats - Steve Ditko, Jack Kirby, Gil Kane, Bill Everett and John Buscema - these are the tales that made the Hulk a global icon! Collecting material from TALES TO ASTONISH (1959) #60-96 and NOT BRAND ECHH #3. All Ages

INFAMOUS IRON MAN TP #2

ABSOLUTION OF DOOM

(W) Brian Michael Bendis (A) Alex Maleev (CA) Alex Maleev

Think you've seen Victor Von Doom vs. Reed Richards battles before? Well, you've never seen anything like this! The Richards from a dead reality is no Mister Fantastic. He calls himself "The Maker" - and his ultimate plans for this world are far more insane than anything Doctor Doom ever attempted! Now, Doom - as the Infamous Iron Man - is the only one who can stop the mad Maker. Victor is the hero? Reed is the villain? It's a world gone mad! And as the impossible task of redeeming himself to the Marvel Universe begins to overwhelm him, the truth about Victor's reincarnated mother is revealed! With enemies on all sides, how can Victor continue to carry on the legacy of Iron Man when the legacy of Doom haunts him at every turn? Collecting INFAMOUS IRON MAN #7-12. Rated T+

INHUMANS ONCE FUTURE KINGS #3 (OF 5)

(W) Christopher Priest (A) Phil Noto (CA) Nick Bradshaw

TEEN REBELLION TURNS TO VILLAINY! •  The Royals come under the wing of Bentley Wittman, A.K.A. the Wizard! But what does the tech genius gone bad want with the Inhumans? •  The young Maximus has a secret - and it's driving him mad! •  Meanwhile, Karnak searches the sewers of New York for his lost brother. Can he find Triton before humans turn him into...the WATER DEVIL? •  Plus: The continuing adventures of Lockjaw, as told by UNBEATABLE SQUIRREL GIRL writer Ryan North and artist Gustavo Duarte! Rated T+

INHUMANS ONCE FUTURE KINGS #3 (OF 5)

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(W) Christopher Priest (A) Phil Noto (CA) Phil Noto

TEEN REBELLION TURNS TO VILLAINY! •  The Royals come under the wing of Bentley Wittman, A.K.A. the Wizard! But what does the tech genius gone bad want with the Inhumans? •  The young Maximus has a secret - and it's driving him mad! •  Meanwhile, Karnak searches the sewers of New York for his lost brother. Can he find Triton before humans turn him into...the WATER DEVIL? •  Plus: The continuing adventures of Lockjaw, as told by UNBEATABLE SQUIRREL GIRL writer Ryan North and artist Gustavo Duarte! Rated T+

INVINCIBLE IRON MAN #593

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(W) Brian Michael Bendis (A) Stefano Caselli (CA) Adi Granov

THE SEARCH FOR TONY STARK Part 1 Tony Stark has vanished! The mystery deepens as Stark friends and foes must decide, finally, who will wield the power of Iron Man! All the contenders are in position, and all the armor is polished. There can only be one Armored Avenger! The path to the most startling Iron Man story ever begins here! PLUS: Includes 3 bonus MARVEL PRIMER PAGES! Story by Robbie Thompson and a TBA artist! Rated T+

INVINCIBLE IRON MAN BY BENDIS HC

(W) Brian Michael Bendis (A) David Marquez (CA) David Marquez

One of the most popular super heroes in the world soars to new heights - and devastating lows! Tony Stark has a new armor, a new supporting cast and a new purpose! But his life is just as surprising and eventful as ever - beginning with the return of one of his biggest nemeses, and the quest to find his biological parents! Tony must pursue Madame Masque as her actions threaten to rip all of reality apart, then delve deep into his international organization to find out what's rotten in the House of Stark. But when tragedy sets the Marvel Universe spiraling into conflict, Tony will face an emotional confrontation with some of his closest and dearest friends! What will CIVIL WAR II mean for the future of Iron Man? Collecting INVINCIBLE IRON MAN (2015) #1-14. Rated T+

INVINCIBLE IRON MAN TP #3

CIVIL WAR II

(W) Brian Michael Bendis (A) Mike Deodato (CA) Mike Deodato

The heartbreaking end of an era - and the inspirational dawn of a new one! As the events of CIVIL WAR II come crashing down around Tony Stark, what exactly is Victor Von Doom up to amid the chaos? And when hostilities end, could this be the end of Iron Man as we know him? A blistering new chapter in the Iron Man mythos will begin after the war's shocking climax, when a young woman answers the call. Riri Williams will don the armor - but what is her surprising relationship to Tony Stark? The Marvel Universe will never be the same again! Plus: A classic showdown for the ages between Iron Man's Mighty Avengers and the diabolical Doctor Doom! Collecting INVINCIBLE IRON MAN (2015) #12-14 and MIGHTY AVENGERS (2007) #9-11. Rated T+

IRON FIST #73

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(W) Ed Brisson (A) Mike Perkins (CA) Jeff Dekal

SABRETOOTH ROUND TWO Part 1 SABRETOOTH first slashed his way into the pages of Marvel comics back in IRON FIST #14 and never looked back. But now Danny Rand, the legendary Iron Fist, has a problem only Sabretooth can help him solve. Something is threatening the very existence of K'un-Lun, and the Iron Fist must do whatever he can to protect it, even if it means convincing his old enemy to fight by his side.  Will mutant claws and crane kicks be enough to save K'un-Lun? PLUS: Includes 3 bonus MARVEL PRIMER PAGES! Story by Robbie Thompson and art by Mark Bagley! Rated T+

JEAN GREY #8

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(W) Dennis Hopeless (A) Victor Ibanez (CA) David Yardin

PSYCH WAR Part 1 The Phoenix is coming and in its wake - death and destruction! Destined to become the Earth's host for the fiery entity, Jean is still not prepared for its arrival and the ensuing battle to come. Her only hope, a former host who can prepare and train her telepathic powers, but what cost is Jean willing to pay when Emma Frost, The White Queen, becomes her only salvation and the last line of defense from the world burning? PLUS: Includes 3 bonus MARVEL PRIMER PAGES! Story by Robbie Thompson and art by Mark Bagley! Rated T+

JESSICA JONES #13

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(W) Brian Michael Bendis (A) Michael Gaydos (CA) David Mack

RETURN OF THE PURPLE MAN Part 1 Jessica Jones is many things: Private Investigator. Defender. Survivor. Mother. When the Purple Man returns, Jessica Jones finds herself reliving her worst nightmare. But the only thing worse than being stalked by the evil incarnate that is the Purple Man...is being stalked by the evil incarnate that is the Purple Man when you have a small child! PLUS: Includes 3 bonus MARVEL PRIMER PAGES! Story by Robbie Thompson and art by Mark Bagley! Parental Advisory

JOURNEY STAR WARS LAST JEDI CAPT PHASMA #3 (OF 4)

(W) Kelly Thompson (A) Marco Checchetto (CA) Paul Renaud

• Phasma and Pilot are in disguise! •  After tracking down a First Order officer to a mysterious planet, Captain Phasma finds herself leading a new army against a new threat. •  Find out how the biggest and baddest officer of the Galactic First Order makes her way across the galaxy before she reunites with her team in THE LAST JEDI. Rated T+

JOURNEY STAR WARS LAST JEDI CAPT PHASMA #4 (OF 4)

(W) Kelly Thompson (A) Marco Checchetto (CA) Paul Renaud

• Phasma and Pilot are in disguise! •  After tracking down a First Order officer to a mysterious planet, Captain Phasma finds herself leading a new army against a new threat. •  Find out how the biggest and baddest officer of the Galactic First Order makes her way across the galaxy before she reunites with her team in THE LAST JEDI. Rated T+

JOURNEY STAR WARS LAST JEDI CAPT PHASMA TP

(W) Kelly Thompson (A) Marco Checchetto (CA) Paul Renaud

As the excitement ramps up for December's Star Wars Episode VIII The Last Jedi, journey back to the final moments of Star Wars Episode VII The Force Awakens and the destruction of Starkiller Base to learn the fate of one of the film's fan-favorite characters: Captain Phasma! Captured by the Resistance and thrown into a garbage masher, Phasma must escape a doomed world - and plot her revenge! Follow the chrome-adorned warrior from the site of the First Order's biggest defeat to the doorstep of this holiday season's biggest blockbuster! Written by Kelly Thompson (HAWKEYE, STAR WARS ANNUAL) and drawn by Marco Checchetto (STAR WARS: SHATTERED EMPIRE, STAR WARS: SCREAMING CITADEL), Captain Phasma will recondition you to love the First Order! Collecting JOURNEY TO STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI - CAPTAIN PHASMA #1-4. Rated T+

LUKE CAGE #166

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(W) David Walker (A) Nelson Blake Ii (CA) Rahzzah

CAGED Part 1 Carl Lucas went to jail for a crime he didn't commit and came out a new man: the hero Luke Cage. Now, Luke finds himself on the wrong side of the law and thrown back in prison again.  What dark power has caged Luke once more and when the entire world is threatened, how can Luke Cage save everyone from the inside of a jail cell? PLUS: Includes 3 bonus MARVEL PRIMER PAGES! Story by Robbie Thompson and art by Mark Bagley! Rated T+

LUKE CAGE TP #1

(W) David Walker (A) Nelson Blake (CA) Rahzzah

The man who made Luke Cage into the unbreakable hero he is today, Dr. Noah Burstein, has died. But when Luke heads to New Orleans for the funeral, it turns out there may be more to his father figure's death than he realized. Shady billionaires, amped-up gangs and a shadowy figure from his past propel Luke into a world of mystery. But when Cage is looking for answers, it's a bad day for anyone in his way! As things get hard in the Big Easy, Luke must put body and soul on the line to learn the truth and protect the innocent - but innocence is in short supply. And as strange forces align, Luke comes under attack from all sides! His adversaries are rich, powerful and nigh invincible - but he's Luke Cage. Bring 'em on! Collecting LUKE CAGE #1-5. Rated T+

MARVEL PREVIEWS VOL 04 #3 OCTOBER 2017 EXTRAS #171

Each issue of Marvel Previews is a comic book-sized, 120-page, full-color guide and preview to all of Marvel's upcoming releases - it's your #1 source for advanced information on Marvel Comics! This October issue features items scheduled to ship in December 2017 and beyond.

MARVEL UNIVERSE GUARDIANS OF GALAXY #23

(W) Joe Caramagna

STAR-LORD RETURNS TO EARTH! Trying to lose the baddies on his tail who want the COSMIC SEED, PETER QUILL returns to his home planet - but while hiding out in his hometown, Peter uncovers more information about the mysterious Cosmic Seed, including clues to its final resting place! Guest-starring everyone's favorite talking dog - COSMO! All Ages

MIGHTY CAPTAIN MARVEL #125

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(W) Margaret Stohl (A) Michele Bandini (CA) Phil Noto

DARK ORIGIN Part 1 As Captain Marvel, CAROL DANVERS has traveled to almost every inch of the planet - and beyond! Now she's heading to somewhere uncharted, where there's no familiar face to be seen except for...her own! Join Carol on her new cosmic journey through the past and future as Captain Marvel takes flight in an adventure you won't want to miss. The earth-shattering secrets of her Dark Origin are finally revealed, and the Marvel Universe will be forever changed. PLUS: Includes 3 bonus MARVEL PRIMER PAGES! Story by Robbie Thompson and a TBA artist! Rated T+

MIGHTY THOR #700

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(W) Jason Aaron (A) Russell Dauterman (CA) Russell Dauterman

DEATH OF THE MIGHTY THOR Part 1 The final judgement comes as the Mangog arrives! The War Thor will meet the beast head on. But even the bloodthirst of this Ultimate Thor may pale in comparison to the might of the Mangog! The battle rages as Jane's cancer takes a turn for the worse, and she might not have to wait for the final judgment at all. The clock is ticking, and no hammer can save her this time. It's the beginning of the end that will lead to the most dramatic return in the Marvel Universe! PLUS: Includes 3 bonus MARVEL PRIMER PAGES! Story by Robbie Thompson and a TBA artist! Rated T+

MMW MARVEL TWO IN ONE HC #3

(W) Marv Wolfman (A) Ron Wilson (CA) Ernie Chan

The ever-lovin' blue-eyed Thing is back with the Marvel Universe's greatest stars and one from a world all his own. The Marvel Masterworks are proud to reprint, for the first time ever, the Thing's MTIO adventure with Doc Savage! It kicks off a multipart saga spanning decades and the cosmos itself, and this will be your only chance to experience the story! The adventure doesn't stop there, either. Deathlok arrives on an assassination mission and the Thing must stop him. Thor, Iron Fist, Black Goliath, Nick Fury, the Sub-Mariner, Shang-Chi and Spider-Woman will enter the fray all while Mr. Fantastic seeks to free Deathlok's mind. And if that's not enough for you, the Bermuda Triangle sends the Thing back in time and he punches some dinosaurs! Collecting MARVEL TWO-IN-ONE (1974) #21-36 Rated T

MMW MARVEL TWO IN ONE HC #3

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(W) Marv Wolfman (A) Ron Wilson (CA) Ernie Chan

The ever-lovin' blue-eyed Thing is back with the Marvel Universe's greatest stars and one from a world all his own. The Marvel Masterworks are proud to reprint, for the first time ever, the Thing's MTIO adventure with Doc Savage! It kicks off a multipart saga spanning decades and the cosmos itself, and this will be your only chance to experience the story! The adventure doesn't stop there, either. Deathlok arrives on an assassination mission and the Thing must stop him. Thor, Iron Fist, Black Goliath, Nick Fury, the Sub-Mariner, Shang-Chi and Spider-Woman will enter the fray all while Mr. Fantastic seeks to free Deathlok's mind. And if that's not enough for you, the Bermuda Triangle sends the Thing back in time and he punches some dinosaurs! Collecting MARVEL TWO-IN-ONE (1974) #21-36 Rated T