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MARVEL COMICS

STRANGE ACADEMY #1

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(W) Skottie Young (A) Humberto Ramos (CA) Humberto Ramos

A SORCERER SCHOOL FOR THE MARVEL UNIVERSE! The Marvel Universe has mysteriously changed in such an alarming way that Doctor Strange has done what he's avoided for decades; he's opened a school for young sorcerers. Young people from around the world with aptitude in magic have been brought together in New Orleans to study the Mystic Arts under Strange, Brother Voodoo, the Ancient One, the Scarlet Witch, Magik, Hellstrom and ALL your favorite Marvel magicians. But with all the new magical threats, is it too late?! Rated T

MARVEL COMICS

STRANGE ACADEMY #1

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(W) Skottie Young (A) Humberto Ramos (CA) J. Scott Campbell

A SORCERER SCHOOL FOR THE MARVEL UNIVERSE! The Marvel Universe has mysteriously changed in such an alarming way that Doctor Strange has done what he's avoided for decades; he's opened a school for young sorcerers. Young people from around the world with aptitude in magic have been brought together in New Orleans to study the Mystic Arts under Strange, Brother Voodoo, the Ancient One, the Scarlet Witch, Magik, Hellstrom and ALL your favorite Marvel magicians. But with all the new magical threats, is it too late?! Rated T

MARVEL COMICS

STRANGE ACADEMY #1

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(W) Skottie Young (A) Humberto Ramos

A SORCERER SCHOOL FOR THE MARVEL UNIVERSE! The Marvel Universe has mysteriously changed in such an alarming way that Doctor Strange has done what he's avoided for decades; he's opened a school for young sorcerers. Young people from around the world with aptitude in magic have been brought together in New Orleans to study the Mystic Arts under Strange, Brother Voodoo, the Ancient One, the Scarlet Witch, Magik, Hellstrom and ALL your favorite Marvel magicians. But with all the new magical threats, is it too late?! Rated T

MARVEL COMICS

STRANGE ACADEMY #1

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(W) Skottie Young (A) Humberto Ramos (CA) Skottie Young

A SORCERER SCHOOL FOR THE MARVEL UNIVERSE! The Marvel Universe has mysteriously changed in such an alarming way that Doctor Strange has done what he's avoided for decades; he's opened a school for young sorcerers. Young people from around the world with aptitude in magic have been brought together in New Orleans to study the Mystic Arts under Strange, Brother Voodoo, the Ancient One, the Scarlet Witch, Magik, Hellstrom and ALL your favorite Marvel magicians. But with all the new magical threats, is it too late?! Rated T

DC COMICS

(W) Tom King (A) Mitch Gerads (CA) Mitch Gerads

After winning five Eisner Awards and topping year-end "best of lists," the comic book of 2019 was Mister Miracle. The comic book of 2020 will be Strange Adventures. The Mister Miracle team of writer Tom King and artist Mitch Gerads are joined by fan-favorite artist Evan "Doc" Shaner to bring you an epic tale in the tradition of Watchmen, The Dark Knight Returns, and DC: The New Frontier-a story of blood, war, and love that readers will be talking about for years to come. Adam Strange is the hero of Rann, a man famous throughout the galaxy for his bravery and honor. After leading his adopted home to victory in a great planetary war, Adam and his wife Alanna retire to Earth, where they are greeted by cheers, awards, and parades. But not all is as happy and nice as it seems, as the decisions Adam made during battles on Rann come back to haunt his family and threaten the entire DC Universe. And now a surprise DC hero will have to choose between saving Adam Strange and saving the world.   A story like no other, Strange Adventures is an ambitious, thrilling, shocking, and beautiful 12-issue saga that will push Adam Strange to the breaking point-and beyond!

DC COMICS

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(W) Tom King (A) Mitch Gerads (CA) Evan Shaner

After winning five Eisner Awards and topping year-end "best of lists," the comic book of 2019 was Mister Miracle. The comic book of 2020 will be Strange Adventures. The Mister Miracle team of writer Tom King and artist Mitch Gerads are joined by fan-favorite artist Evan "Doc" Shaner to bring you an epic tale in the tradition of Watchmen, The Dark Knight Returns, and DC: The New Frontier-a story of blood, war, and love that readers will be talking about for years to come. Adam Strange is the hero of Rann, a man famous throughout the galaxy for his bravery and honor. After leading his adopted home to victory in a great planetary war, Adam and his wife Alanna retire to Earth, where they are greeted by cheers, awards, and parades. But not all is as happy and nice as it seems, as the decisions Adam made during battles on Rann come back to haunt his family and threaten the entire DC Universe. And now a surprise DC hero will have to choose between saving Adam Strange and saving the world.   A story like no other, Strange Adventures is an ambitious, thrilling, shocking, and beautiful 12-issue saga that will push Adam Strange to the breaking point-and beyond!

DC COMICS

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(W) Tom King (A) Mitch Gerads (CA) Blank Cover

After winning five Eisner Awards and topping year-end "best of lists," the comic book of 2019 was Mister Miracle. The comic book of 2020 will be Strange Adventures. The Mister Miracle team of writer Tom King and artist Mitch Gerads are joined by fan-favorite artist Evan "Doc" Shaner to bring you an epic tale in the tradition of Watchmen, The Dark Knight Returns, and DC: The New Frontier-a story of blood, war, and love that readers will be talking about for years to come. Adam Strange is the hero of Rann, a man famous throughout the galaxy for his bravery and honor. After leading his adopted home to victory in a great planetary war, Adam and his wife Alanna retire to Earth, where they are greeted by cheers, awards, and parades. But not all is as happy and nice as it seems, as the decisions Adam made during battles on Rann come back to haunt his family and threaten the entire DC Universe. And now a surprise DC hero will have to choose between saving Adam Strange and saving the world.   A story like no other, Strange Adventures is an ambitious, thrilling, shocking, and beautiful 12-issue saga that will push Adam Strange to the breaking point-and beyond!

ARCHIE COMIC PUBLICATIONS

SUPER DUCK #1 (OF 5)

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(W) Frank Tieri (A) Ryan Jampole (CA) Ryan Jampole

BRAND NEW SERIES! Super Duck is the greatest hero of Ducktropolis. Brash, arrogant and virtually unbeatable, he's defeated all threats to the city and routinely foils the schemes of his greatest rival, criminal genius and corporate billionaire Dapper Duck. But now, three years later, Super Duck has fallen on hard times. Down on his luck and with his superheroing days a distant memory, he is reduced to appearing at comic conventions for measly appearance fees. So when he's approached by a rival of Dapper to be his personal bodyguard/accompany him on his many adventures, Supe has to decide if he's ready to don his cape once more in this series for mature readers!

ARCHIE COMIC PUBLICATIONS

SUPER DUCK #1 (OF 5)

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(W) Frank Tieri (A) Ryan Jampole (CA) Derek Charm

BRAND NEW SERIES! Super Duck is the greatest hero of Ducktropolis. Brash, arrogant and virtually unbeatable, he's defeated all threats to the city and routinely foils the schemes of his greatest rival, criminal genius and corporate billionaire Dapper Duck. But now, three years later, Super Duck has fallen on hard times. Down on his luck and with his superheroing days a distant memory, he is reduced to appearing at comic conventions for measly appearance fees. So when he's approached by a rival of Dapper to be his personal bodyguard/accompany him on his many adventures, Supe has to decide if he's ready to don his cape once more in this series for mature readers!

ARCHIE COMIC PUBLICATIONS

SUPER DUCK #1 (OF 5)

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(W) Frank Tieri (A) Ryan Jampole (CA) Andy Fish

BRAND NEW SERIES! Super Duck is the greatest hero of Ducktropolis. Brash, arrogant and virtually unbeatable, he's defeated all threats to the city and routinely foils the schemes of his greatest rival, criminal genius and corporate billionaire Dapper Duck. But now, three years later, Super Duck has fallen on hard times. Down on his luck and with his superheroing days a distant memory, he is reduced to appearing at comic conventions for measly appearance fees. So when he's approached by a rival of Dapper to be his personal bodyguard/accompany him on his many adventures, Supe has to decide if he's ready to don his cape once more in this series for mature readers!

ARCHIE COMIC PUBLICATIONS

SUPER DUCK #1 (OF 5)

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(W) Frank Tieri (A) Ryan Jampole (CA) Adam Gorham

BRAND NEW SERIES! Super Duck is the greatest hero of Ducktropolis. Brash, arrogant and virtually unbeatable, he's defeated all threats to the city and routinely foils the schemes of his greatest rival, criminal genius and corporate billionaire Dapper Duck. But now, three years later, Super Duck has fallen on hard times. Down on his luck and with his superheroing days a distant memory, he is reduced to appearing at comic conventions for measly appearance fees. So when he's approached by a rival of Dapper to be his personal bodyguard/accompany him on his many adventures, Supe has to decide if he's ready to don his cape once more in this series for mature readers!

ARCHIE COMIC PUBLICATIONS

SUPER DUCK #1 (OF 5)

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(W) Frank Tieri (A) Ryan Jampole (CA) Erica Henderson

BRAND NEW SERIES! Super Duck is the greatest hero of Ducktropolis. Brash, arrogant and virtually unbeatable, he's defeated all threats to the city and routinely foils the schemes of his greatest rival, criminal genius and corporate billionaire Dapper Duck. But now, three years later, Super Duck has fallen on hard times. Down on his luck and with his superheroing days a distant memory, he is reduced to appearing at comic conventions for measly appearance fees. So when he's approached by a rival of Dapper to be his personal bodyguard/accompany him on his many adventures, Supe has to decide if he's ready to don his cape once more in this series for mature readers!

ACTION LAB - DANGER ZONE

SWEET HEART #1

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(W) Dillon Gilbertson (A) Francesco Iaquinta (CA) Francesco Iaquinta

Being hunted is an everyday risk in Ellicott City and the town itself is designed to make life comfortable for its citizens while being actively stalked by the eerie, insatiable creatures that live among them. But when Ben is chosen by one of the creatures near his home, his mother struggles to cope with the certainty of her son's death.

ACTION LAB - DANGER ZONE

SWEET HEART #1

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(W) Dillon Gilbertson (A) Francesco Iaquinta (CA) Christian DiBari

Being hunted is an everyday risk in Ellicott City and the town itself is designed to make life comfortable for its citizens while being actively stalked by the eerie, insatiable creatures that live among them. But when Ben is chosen by one of the creatures near his home, his mother struggles to cope with the certainty of her son's death.

DC COMICS

This issue includes these new stories: "History Lessons," a 16-page story written by Phil Hester with art by Scott Koblish with Tom Grummett When one of Raven's college professors goes missing, Nightwing is convinced the Titans should investigate. But the danger they uncover is far greater than one missing person-the fate of humanity is at stake, and only Beast Boy can save the day! o "What's "Normal'?," an 8-page story written by Marc Guggenheim with art by Steve Pugh A charistmatic cult leader has been recruiting followers to join his "church," a highly suspicious organization locked behind the walls of a private compound. For Raven, freeing this vulnerable flock is imperative...the question is, how can she save people who don't want to be saved? o New cover by Paulo Siquiera Plus, these reprint tales: o "The Coast-to-Coast Calamities," from Teen Titans #50 (1977) o "Everything to Everyone," from Starfire #1 (2015) o "Action Detectives Part One," from Adventures of the Super Sons #1 (2018)

IDW PUBLISHING

TRANSFORMERS VS TERMINATOR #1

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(W) David Mariotte (A) Alex Milne (CA) Gavin Fullerton

 It's Skynet vs. Cybertron in a crossover for the ages! 1984: When a deadly race of machines emerge from another time, will a robotic guardian be able to protect the Earth from a dire future... or will the T-800 fail in his mission to prevent the world from becoming a plaything to the Decepticons?

IDW PUBLISHING

TRANSFORMERS VS TERMINATOR #1

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(W) David Mariotte (A) Alex Milne (CA) Alex Milne

 It's Skynet vs. Cybertron in a crossover for the ages! 1984: When a deadly race of machines emerge from another time, will a robotic guardian be able to protect the Earth from a dire future... or will the T-800 fail in his mission to prevent the world from becoming a plaything to the Decepticons?

AARDVARK VANAHEIM

VARKING DEAD #1

(W) Dave Sim (A) Dave Sim (CA) Benjamin Hobbs

A plague of Cerebi (many Cerebuses) settling the issue of the proper temperature at which to serve chai tea (hot? cold?) with poison gas ... well, how do you think that's going to work? It destroys their minds and they become The Varking Dead! Meanwhile, Virgil finally gets an answer from the Arby's franchising office and the infernal realms' first Arby's franchise is a GO! Unfortunately, there isn't any roast beef "down under." Fortunately, the Iron Manticore is selling his old helmets as Anti-Varking Dead protection. Cue the Giant Jurassic Zombie Aardvark. Oh, yeah. Like you didn't see that one coming from a mile away! Note: The entire print run will be sequentially numbered and randomly distributed throughout Diamond's distribution!

BOOM! STUDIOS

WICKED THINGS #1

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(W) John Allison (A) Max Sarin (CA) Max Sarin

* The Eisner Award winning team of John Allison and Max Sarin return to the world of Giant Days for a new series about everyone's favorite child detective; Charlotte Grote. * Nineteen year old Charlotte Grote has her whole life ahead of her; headed straight to Oxford and a future as a real detective-until she's framed for murder! * Given the choice between going to jail basically forever or joining the police, Lottie decides to hit the beat, all while trying to find the real murderer. Lottie may have been running rings about the police since her 9th birthday, but she's never been on this side of the security tape. * Could the future of law enforcement be 5'2" with an extremely strong bangs game? Yes. Very yes.

BOOM! STUDIOS

WICKED THINGS #1

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(W) John Allison (A) Max Sarin (CA) John Allison

* The Eisner Award winning team of John Allison and Max Sarin return to the world of Giant Days for a new series about everyone's favorite child detective; Charlotte Grote. * Nineteen year old Charlotte Grote has her whole life ahead of her; headed straight to Oxford and a future as a real detective-until she's framed for murder! * Given the choice between going to jail basically forever or joining the police, Lottie decides to hit the beat, all while trying to find the real murderer. Lottie may have been running rings about the police since her 9th birthday, but she's never been on this side of the security tape. * Could the future of law enforcement be 5'2" with an extremely strong bangs game? Yes. Very yes.

VALIANT ENTERTAINMENT LLC

X-O MANOWAR (2020) #1

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(W) Dennis "Hopeless" Hallum (A) Emilio Laiso (CA) Christian Ward

WIN THE BATTLE, LOSE THE WORLD. Aric of Dacia, a 5th century warrior catapulted into the modern day, has been bonded with the sentient alien armor, Shanhara. Together, they are the most powerful weapon in the world: X-O Manowar. As a mysterious new villain arises to threaten the world, will this ancient warrior evolve into the superhero we need today?

VALIANT ENTERTAINMENT LLC

X-O MANOWAR (2020) #1

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(W) Dennis "Hopeless" Hallum (A) Emilio Laiso (CA) Jeff Dekal

WIN THE BATTLE, LOSE THE WORLD. Aric of Dacia, a 5th century warrior catapulted into the modern day, has been bonded with the sentient alien armor, Shanhara. Together, they are the most powerful weapon in the world: X-O Manowar. As a mysterious new villain arises to threaten the world, will this ancient warrior evolve into the superhero we need today?

VALIANT ENTERTAINMENT LLC

X-O MANOWAR (2020) #1

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(W) Dennis "Hopeless" Hallum (A) Emilio Laiso (CA) Rod Reis

WIN THE BATTLE, LOSE THE WORLD. Aric of Dacia, a 5th century warrior catapulted into the modern day, has been bonded with the sentient alien armor, Shanhara. Together, they are the most powerful weapon in the world: X-O Manowar. As a mysterious new villain arises to threaten the world, will this ancient warrior evolve into the superhero we need today?

VALIANT ENTERTAINMENT LLC

X-O MANOWAR (2020) #1

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(W) Dennis "Hopeless" Hallum (A) Emilio Laiso

WIN THE BATTLE, LOSE THE WORLD. Aric of Dacia, a 5th century warrior catapulted into the modern day, has been bonded with the sentient alien armor, Shanhara. Together, they are the most powerful weapon in the world: X-O Manowar. As a mysterious new villain arises to threaten the world, will this ancient warrior evolve into the superhero we need today?

DARK HORSE COMICS

X-RAY ROBOT #1 (OF 4)

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(W) Mike Allred (A) Mike Allred (CA) Mike Allred

Max is a family man seeking a more interesting life. While conducting a new experiment at work, the fabric of his reality is torn before his eyes, and a robotic figure appears, claiming to be his 277-year-old self. The robot is able to "X-Ray" multiple dimensions and battles a nihilistic entity from another dimension who wants to take all life to its "Pre-Big Bang" status.  Max and the robot embark on an interdimensional roadtrip through past and future to take down the "Nihilist" and save the universe! o Mike Allred's new bizarre superhero character X-Ray Robot! "One of the best cartoonists in all of comics has done it again! X-Ray Robot is another Allred homerun!!" -Brian Michael Bendis "Michael Allred kicks so much ass I can barely stand it. X-Ray Robot is the work of a master!" -Rob Thomas creator of Veronica Mars