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DARK HORSE COMICS

AFRIKA HC

(W) Hermann (A) Hermann (CA) Hermann

The masterpiece by Belgian comics creator Hermann is available in English for the first time! A misanthropic European expatriate, Dario Ferrer, acts as guardian of a Tanzanian wildlife preserve. Accompanied by Charlotte, a naive European journalist, Ferrer discovers a village under fire from mysterious agents of the foreign-backed government. Ferrer and Charlotte must fight not only to protect the preserve, but to expose government corruption-and survive to see another day.

AGAINST HOPE TP #1

(W) Victor Santos (A) Victor Santos (CA) Victor Santos

It has been years since an insane family of neo-Nazi's murdered her boyfriend and almost killed Hope, now she is tracking them down and exacting her bloody revenge. Trained by her father in martial combat, Hope grew from an angry and grieving teenage girl into a cold-hearted bounty hunter. When she discovers the family who brutalized her is now running for public office and controlling a cabal of violent white nationalists from the shadows, Hope gears up and hits the road with the intent to slaughter every single Nazi that stands against Hope.   Victor Santos (Polar-now a hit Netflix movie) writes and draws a new story with brutal fight scenes and impactful revelations that echo across decades of the main characters life.

ALIENS DEFIANCE LIBRARY ED HC #1

(W) Brian Wood (A) Tristan Jones (CA) Massimo Carnevale

An AWOL Colonial Marine battles aliens and her fears in the deepest corners of space to protect humanity from the Xenomorph threat. Colonial Marine Private First Class Zula Hendricks is in for the fight of her life.  After a frightening discovery in deep space, Zula goes on an AWOL mission to undermine the nefarious Weyland-Yutani Synthetics Corporation. Battling for her life against aliens, space pirates, and her very own painful demons, Zula must prove that her own strength and loyalty are enough to save humanity. Collects Aliens: Defiance volumes 1 & 2.

ALIENS ORIGINAL SCREENPLAY #1 (OF 5)

CVR A BALBI

(W) Cristiano Seixas (A) Guilherme Balbi (CA) Guilherme Balbi

En route to back to Earth, the crew of the starship Snark intercepts an alien transmission. Their investigation leads them to a desolate planetoid, a crashed alien spacecraft, and a pyramidic structure of unknown origin. Then the terror begins . . . o Just in time for Alien Day (April 26, 2020) o Adapted from the original 1976 screenplay by Dan O'Bannon (author of Moebius's The Long Tomorrow, cowriter of Total Recall, writer/director of The Return of the Living Dead). o Variant covers by Walter Simonson!

ALIENS ORIGINAL SCREENPLAY #1 (OF 5)

CVR B SIMONSON

(W) Cristiano Seixas (A) Guilherme Balbi (CA) Walter Simonson

En route to back to Earth, the crew of the starship Snark intercepts an alien transmission. Their investigation leads them to a desolate planetoid, a crashed alien spacecraft, and a pyramidic structure of unknown origin. Then the terror begins . . . o Just in time for Alien Day (April 26, 2020) o Adapted from the original 1976 screenplay by Dan O'Bannon (author of Moebius's The Long Tomorrow, cowriter of Total Recall, writer/director of The Return of the Living Dead). o Variant covers by Walter Simonson!

ANGEL CATBIRD HC #1

(W) Margaret Atwood (A) Johnnie Christmas (CA) Johnnie Christmas

  Internationally best-selling and respected novelist Margaret Atwood and acclaimed artist Johnnie Christmas collaborate for one of the most highly anticipated comic book and literary events of 2016! A young genetic engineer is accidentally mutated by his own experiment when his DNA is merged with that of a cat and an owl. What follows is a humorous, action-driven, pulp-inspired superhero adventure-with a lot of cat puns.

ANGEL CATBIRD HC #2

CASTLE CATULA

(W) Margaret Atwood (A) Johnnie Christmas (CA) Johnnie Christmas

The catcentric adventure continues, in the all-ages follow-up to best-selling novelist Margaret Atwood's debut graphic novel. Genetic engineer Strig Feleedus, also known as Angel Catbird, and his band of half-cats head to Castle Catula to seek allies as the war between cats and rats escalates. o Volume 1 was on the top 10 list for Best Fall Graphic Novels by Publishers Weekly. o Foreword by G. Willow Wilson.

ANGEL CATBIRD HC #3

CATBIRD ROARS

(W) Margaret Atwood (A) Johnnie Christmas (CA) Johnnie Christmas

It's all-out war in the madcap conclusion to Angel Catbird's superhero saga. The evil rat army is aiming for world domination, and only a ragtag gang of half-cats stands in their way. Internationally best-selling novelist and animal lover Margaret Atwood pens the conclusion to the dramatic, hilarious, and heartwarming trilogy. o Featuring a foreword by Kelly Sue DeConnick! "Full of action, romance, humor, and even a message about making our world safe for cats and birds. It's also beautifully illustrated by Atwood's collaborators, artist Johnnie Christmas and colorist Tamra Bonvillain."-Mental Floss

ART OF AKANEIRO HC

(A) Shu Yan

Delve into the never-before-seen artwork behind Akaneiro-the reimagining of Red Riding Hood as a monster hunter in mythological Japan. Join the creators as they explore, in their own words, the art and inspiration that culminated in one of the most evocative video game experiences of this generation. A must-have for fans of video games, mythology, and imaginative art!

ART OF BATTLEFIELD 1 HC

(W) Various (A) Various (CA) Robert Sammelin

YOU'VE NEVER SEEN A BATTLEFILED LIKE THIS. Dark Horse Books presents The Art of Battlefield 1, chronicling the production of EA DICE's latest entry in the iconic action series. Visit scenes of the historical conflicts of World War I and examine the gear of the century's most intimidating soldiers. This is a volume that will thrill gamers in a package that collectors will adore.

ART OF BRAVELY SECOND END LAYER HC

(W) Square Enix (A) Yoshida Akihiko

Return to the enchanted world of Luxendarc with a collection of art that celebrates another critically revered entry in the Bravely series! Enjoy in-depth commentary from the creative team, and explore detailed concept art from the ethereal sequel to BRAVELY DEFAULT. Dark Horse Books is proud to collaborate with Square Enix to present The Art of Bravely Second: End Layer, published in English for the first time! This localization of the original Japanese text features gorgeous concept art and extensive commentary from the team behind BRAVELY SECOND. The second of two volumes, this collection intimately explores the concepts and creativity from the next chapter in the fan-favorite Bravely series! o Presented in English for the very first time! o Features hundreds of pieces of development art and exclusive commentary from the game's creators!

ART OF BRAVEST WARRIORS HC

(W) Frederator Studios

Explore the cosmos with zany teenage heroes-for-hire, the Bravest Warriors! Reminisce on the super-powered team's greatest adventures from Cartoon Hangover's hit animated series, Bravest Warriors! Warp through informative chapters of the show's main characters, beloved environments, and unique alien species that the team's encountered before. This exclusive collection of beautiful art from the creative mind of Pendleton Ward includes storyboards and scripts from early stages of the show's production as well as comics and fan art for the most impassioned fans of the series. Enjoy this comprehensive collection of illustrations and dive into the development and production materials of the Bravest Warriors--all available in this exclusive art book! This exploration of the hit series Bravest Warriors features hundreds of marvelous art pieces that make this an impeccable volume that can't be missed!

ART OF BROKEN AGE HC

(CA) Nathan Stapley

Broken Age began life as a record-breaking crowdfunding campaign. Now, the full adventure is here in all its beautiful, hand-painted glory! Dark Horse Books is proud to partner with Double Fine Productions to offer an intimate look into the worlds of Broken Age, featuring hundreds of pieces of art, and commentary from the game's creators! Commentary by adventure gaming icon Tim Schafer.

ART OF DAUNTLESS HC

(W) Phoenix Labs (A) Phoenix Labs

Master the hunt and forge your legend! Dauntless is a fresh take on the action-RPG genre, developed by industry veterans from Riot Games, BioWare, and other acclaimed studios. After a cataclysmic event, mankind survives in a harsh, yet majestic world of floating islands. Ferocious beasts known as Behemoths now stalk the earth. You are a Slayer, an elite warrior who risks life and limb hunting the Behemoth threat. On your journey, you'll forge an extraordinary arsenal of weapons and gear to overcome formidable challenges threatening our survival. Now, you have a unique opportunity to witness the creation of this magnificent epic like never before. Dark Horse Books and Phoenix Labs are thrilled to present the most intimate look at the development of the game with The Art of Dauntless, a meticulously curated tome full of hundreds of pieces of concept art each paired with exclusive commentary from the team that created it. You won't want to miss this unique opportunity to experience the Shattered Isles in a whole new way!

ART OF DAYS GONE HC

(W) Bend Studio

A masterfully designed hardcover collecting over 200 pages of art and commentary from the creators of the brutal and thrilling Days Gone! Set in the beautiful and rugged landscape of the Pacific Northwest high desert, a global pandemic has wreaked havoc on everyone and everything in sight. Now, former outlaw biker turned bounty hunter Deacon St. John must fight for survival against all odds. Witness the creation of Deacon's epic adventure with The Art of Days Gone! From Dark Horse Books and Bend Studio (Syphon Filter, Resistance: Retribution, Uncharted: Golden Abyss), The Art of Days Gone takes an unflinching look at the lovingly detailed production of this hugely anticipated game, featuring hundreds of pieces of concept art and exclusive commentary directly from the team who created it!

ART OF DISHONORED 2 HC

(W) Christos Gage (A) Dan Jackson Rebekah Isaacs (CA) Rebekah Issacs

The Empire of Isles is home to fabulous wonders beyond count, and dangers to match. Now, walk in the same steps as heroes Corvo Attano and Emily Kaldwin as you examine the complexly beautiful concept and design of Dishonored 2! ArKane Studios and Dark Horse books are proud to present this gorgeous collection, featuring hundreds of pieces of art chronicling the development of the blockbuster stealth-action title. The Art of Dishonored 2 is a must-have item for art fans and gamers alike! •  Exclusive never before seen concept art from the making of Dishonored 2! •  The comprehensive companion to the wildly anticipated Dishonored 2! •  The art book that Dishonored fans have been waiting for! •  Dishonored won the 2013 BAFTA for Best Game!

ART OF DRAGON AGE INQUISITION HC

(W) BioWare (A) BioWare (CA) BioWare

The next generation of fantasy is here! Go behind the scenes of Dragon Age: Inquisition, the most ambitious game ever created by legendary developer BioWare! Featuring hundreds of never-before-seen artworks and captions from the developers themselves, this volume offers revealing insight into the inspiration and creation of every facet of Dragon Age: Inquisition, from the heroes, to the wondrous weapons they wield, the powerful beasts that they battle, and the extraordinary world that they inhabit.

ART OF EMILY THE STRANGE HC

(W) Rob Reger (A) Rob Reger (CA) Rob Reger

In her fifteen-plus years in existence, oddballs, outcasts, and art freaks the world over have grown to know and love a strange young girl named Emily. With roots in the punk-rock art scene of Santa Cruz skate culture and an early appeal to European trend spotters, the iconic image of Emily and her philosophy of devout individualism have become deeply rooted in global culture. The Art of Emily Volume One is the first-ever collection of images showing the wide and inspired range of artistic styles and mediums that have been used to create the world of Emily the Strange. From skateboard stickers to custom rock-and-roll album art, large-scale psychedelic paintings, and insanely intricate Mongolian paper cutting, the fantastic and artful imaginings of Rob Reger, Buzz Parker, and a staggeringly talented array of collaborators

ART OF FIRE EMBLEM AWAKENING HC

(W) Usa Nintendo (A) Usa Nintendo (CA) Na

The Art of Fire Emblem Awakening contains an in-depth, behind-the-scenes look at the smash-hit Nintendo 3DS game, from beautifully illustrated renditions of your favorite characters to storyboards for in-game events, character designs, weapon designs, character profiles, and the entirety of the script with every possible branch of dialogue!

ART OF GEARS OF WAR 4 HC

(W) Studios Microsoft (A) Studios Microsoft (CA) Studios Microsoft

To commemorate the fourth chapter of the Gears of War epic, Dark Horse Books is joining forces with The Coalition to bring fans The Art of Gears of War 4. Featuring hundreds of individual pieces of concept and production art, finished renders, and intimate commentary from the game's creators, this gorgeous volume is a must-have item for veteran Gears and rookies alike!

ART OF GOD OF WAR HC

(A) Santa Monica Studios

It is a new beginning for Kratos. Living as a man, outside the shadow of the gods, he seeks solitude in the unfamiliar lands of Norse mythology. With new purpose and his son at his side, Kratos must fight for survival as powerful forces threaten to disrupt the new life he has created. Dark Horse Books proudly presents the quintessential companion to the enormously anticipated God of War, allowing readers to witness the creation of an epic of tremendous scale!

ART OF METAL GEAR SOLID V HC

(W) Neil Gaiman (A) Michael Zulli (CA) Michael Zulli

Celebrate one of the most influential and beloved video game franchises of all time with The Art of Metal Gear Solid V! Featuring hundreds of pieces of never-before-seen concept art from the game's creators, this beautiful art book is a perfect addition to any gamer's collection!

ART OF MIRRORS EDGE CATALYST HC

(W) Dice (A) Dice (CA) Dice

Take a behind-the-scenes journey into the richly detailed yet minimalist futuristic, totalitarian universe of Mirror's Edge with this oversized hardcover art book! Each glossy page is jam packed with never-before-seen art, commentary, and insight from the creators of the game! Fans and newcomers alike won't want to miss this beautiful art-book experience!

ART OF MIRRORS EDGE CATALYST LTD ED HC

(W) Dice (A) Dice (CA) Dice

  Take a behind-the-scenes journey into the richly detailed yet minimalist futuristic, totalitarian universe of Mirror's Edge with this oversized hardcover art book! Each glossy page is jam packed with never-before-seen art, commentary, and insight from the creators of the game! Fans and newcomers alike won't want to miss this beautiful art-book experience! THIS LIMITED EDITION SET INCLUDES: * Collector's edition of The Art of Mirror's Edge: Catalyst comes with elegant in-game inspired cover design and treatment, red gilding pages, an exclusive print featuring the artistic inspiration for Faith's sleeve tattoo, a redemption code for the digital version of the standard edition ($23.99 value), and a elegant, protective clamshell box inspired by the game.

ART OF OVER THE GARDEN WALL HC

(W) Pat McHale

Venture into the Unknown! A complete tour through the development and production of the hit animated miniseries Over the Garden Wall, this volume contains hundreds of pieces of concept art and sketches, and a comprehensive look at the show's breathtaking production art. Also includes commentary from creators Patrick McHale and Nick Cross, interviews with the cast and crew, and more! o Never-before-seen sketches and a comprehensive look at the production art behind the multiple-award-winning show! o Limited to 1, 000 copies Worldwide.