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MARVEL COMICS

HOUSE OF X #1 (OF 6)

PARTY VAR

(W) Jonathan Hickman (A) Pepe Larraz

FACE THE FUTURE! Superstar writer Jonathan Hickman (SECRET WARS, AVENGERS, FANTASTIC FOUR) takes the reins of the X-Men universe! Since the release of Uncanny X-Men #1, there have been four seminal moments in the history of the X-Men. Giant-Sized X-Men. X-Men. Age of Apocalypse. New X-Men. Four iconic series that introduced a new era for Marvel's mutants and revolutionized the X-Men. In House of X, Charles Xavier reveals his master plan for mutantkind...one that will bring mutants out of the shadow of mankind and into the light once more. Rated T+

J-NOVEL CLUB

HOW NOT TO SUMMON DEMON LORD LIGHT NOVEL SC #4

(W) Yukiya Murasaki (A) Takahiro Tsurusaki

After being summoned to another world similar to the game he used to play, Diablo lives a tumultuous life in this new world after he finds himself the unwitting master of Rem the Pantherian and Shera the Elf; and now, even the Demon Lord-turned-young-girl Klem obeys him! One day, Diablo ends up rescuing a holy woman who was being pursued by a Paladin, and she turns out to be the most important person in the Church. Befriending her, Diablo and the others act as her escorts until they reach Zircon Tower deep in the Demon Lord's territory. After arriving in a new town, more difficulties arise, ultimately culminating in the appearance of a gargantuan monster attacking them!

SEVEN SEAS ENTERTAINMENT LLC

HOW TO BUILD DUNGEON BOOK OF DEMON KING GN #5

(W) Yakan Warau (A) Toshimasa Komiya (CA) Toshimasa Komiya

At the end of his life, after decades of painstaking research, Aur has finally achieved his dream of ascending to the role of Demon King. Using his newfound abilities, he summons an alluring succubus known as Lilu to serve him and immediately begins the task of creating a dungeon-an underground kingdom in his own vision filled with all manner of fantastical creatures. As he weaves the intricate and dangerous world of his dungeon, he'll learn what it takes to become a true Demon King and all the troubles, trials, and titillation that come with it. His enemies will cower in fear!

DARK HORSE COMICS

HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON DRAGONVINE TP

(W) Dean DeBlois (A) Francisco De La Fuente (CA) Doug Wheatley

Hiccup, Toothless, and the rest of the dragon riders encounter two deadly, yet mysteriously linked, threats: One is an island consumed by Dragonvine-an uncontrollable force of nature that's poisonous to humans and deadly to dragons. The other is an all-new, all-terrifying dragon species-the web-spitting Silkspanners!

MARVEL COMICS

HULK TP WORLD WAR HULK NEW PTG

(W) Greg Pak (A) John RomitaJr (CA) David Finch

An epic story of anger unbound! Exiled by a group of Marvel heroes to the savage alien planet of Sakaar, the Hulk raged, bled and conquered - rising from slave to gladiator to king. Now the Hulk returns to Earth to wreak his terrible vengeance on Iron Man, Reed Richards, Doctor Strange and Black Bolt - and anyone else who gets in the way. Stronger than ever, accompanied by his monstrous Warbound gladiator allies, and possessed by the fiercest and purest rage imaginable, the Hulk may just tear this stupid planet in half. Collecting WORLD WAR HULK #1-5.

GOLDEN BOOKS

I AM HE-MAN LITTLE GOLDEN BOOK

(W) Frank Berrios (A) Shane Clester

Journey to Eternia to meet He-Man, the Most Powerful Man in the Universe! This Little Golden Book, based on the original He-Man toy line and TV series, introduces He-Man and all his heroic friends as they battle the evil wizard known as Skeletor! Children ages 2 to 5 and fans of the classic 80s series will love this fun-filled Little Golden Book!

GOLDEN BOOKS

I AM SHE-RA LITTLE GOLDEN BOOK

(W) Frank Berrios (A) Shane Clester

Meet She-Ra, Princess of Power! This Little Golden Book, based on the original She-Ra TV series, tells the story of He-Man's sister, Princess Adora, and how she became the mighty She-Ra. Children ages 2 to 5 who are fans of the new She-Ra series on Netflix will love this, as will anyone who grew up watching the original show.

IMAGE COMICS

I HATE FAIRYLAND DLX HC #2

(W) Skottie Young (A) Skottie Young (CA) Skottie Young

From SKOTTIE YOUNG-the New York Times bestselling and Eisner Award-winning cartoonist of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz graphic novels, Rocket Raccoon, and Fortunately, the Milk-comes the continuation of Gertrude's gruesome gallop through the sugar-sprinkled fantasy world of Fairyland. In this second oversized deluxe hardcover collection, our axe-wielding ace really buckles down on getting the FLUFF out of Fairyland, but after battling a cosplay cohort and a riddle-prone goblin king, there's just the itsy-bitsy, barely worth mentioning, insignificant matter of an extended stay in a fantasy netherworld to deal with. Collects I HATE FAIRYLAND #11-20, I HATE IMAGE FCBD SPECIAL, and exclusive extras!

IMAGE COMICS

ICE CREAM MAN #13

CVR A MORAZZO & OHALLORAN

(W) W. Maxwell Prince (A) Martin Morazzo (CA) Martin Morazzo

NEW STORY ARC! "PALINDROMES"": What if you could have it both ways?

IMAGE COMICS

ICE CREAM MAN #13

CVR B CRAIG

(W) W. Maxwell Prince (A) Martin Morazzo (CA) Wes Craig

NEW STORY ARC! "PALINDROMES"": What if you could have it both ways?

ALTERNA COMICS

ICYMI #7

(W) Justin M. Ryan (A) Kristian Rossi (CA) Kristian Rossi

In Case You Missed It... Here It Is Again! The Trespasser story arc continues as Hector's illness escalates. Maria begins to piece together what happened as stress and anxiety take their toll, driving a wedge between father and daughter.

J-NOVEL CLUB

IF FOR MY DAUGHTER DEFEAT DEMON LORD LIGHT NOVEL SC #3

(W) Chirolu (A) Truffle (CA) Yu Aida

The skilled young adventurer, Dale, at last returns to his base of operations in the town of Kreuz after the long journey he took with his adopted daughter, the devil girl Latina. He feels a brief moment of relief when as he watches Latina greet Kenneth and Rita with a smile and start handing out souvenirs... but wait, what's Helmine doing here?

ILLUSTRATION MAGAZINE

ILLUSTRATION MAGAZINE #65

(W) Various (A) Various

We feature the work of Coles PhilipS, the legendary cover artist best known for his creation of the "Fade-Away Girl"; our story showcases numerous examples of his original art, printed tear sheets, and rare photographs. Next up we feature the work of Peter Helck, known for his action-packed automotive racing illustrations. Book reviews, exhibitions and events, and more round out the issue!

KODANSHA COMICS

IM STANDING ON MILLION LIVES GN #2

(W) Naoki Yamakawa (A) Akinari Nao (CA) Akinari Nao

Yusuke Yotsuya doesn't care about getting into high school; he just wants to get back home to his game and away from other people. But when he suddenly finds himself in a real-life fantasy game alongside his two gorgeous classmates, he discovers a new world of possibility and excitement. Despite a rough start, Yusuke and his friend fight to level up and clear the challenges set before them by a mysterious figure from the future, but before long, they find that they're not just battling for their own lives, but for the lives of millions.

ABRAMS COMICARTS

IMITATION GAME ALAN TURING DECODED SC GN

(W) Jim Ottaviani (A) Leland Purvis (CA) Leland Purvis

Alan Turing (1912-1954) was the mathematician credited with cracking the German Enigma code during World War II, enabling the Allies to defeat the Nazis. After the war, Turing went on to launch modern computer science through his creation of the universal Turing machine and the Imitation Game, an artificial-intelligence test that is still in use today. Turing kept his code-breaking work a secret in order to safeguard his native England, but failed to hide his sexual preferences, which led to his tragic death at the hands of the same country he worked so hard to protect. Turing was an eccentric, persecuted genius and a groundbreaking theoretician whose seminal work still plays a role in the science and telecommunication systems that fuel our modern world.

FLOATING WORLD COMICS

IMMERSION PROGRAM GN

(W) Leo Quievreux (A) Leo Quievreux

The subconscious is the battlefield of the near future. "The Agency" seeks to recover a prototype of the EP-1 module, a frightening new weapon that harvests memories and reveals the unexplored subconscious. Freelance operative Anna Kiszczak is caught in a triangle of espionage where both conspirators and perception are suspect. Paranoia spreads as reality unravels and memory is no longer refuge.

MARVEL COMICS

IMMORTAL HULK #20

(W) Al Ewing (A) Joe Bennett (CA) Alex Ross

Bruce Banner is being hunted on two fronts by two dead loved ones turned nightmarish, implacable foes. The stage is set for a brutal three-way confrontation between the ABOMINATION... the HARPY ...and the IMMORTAL HULK.

MARVEL COMICS

IMMORTAL HULK #20

BRADSHAW CARNAGE-IZED VAR

(W) Al Ewing (A) Joe Bennett (CA) Nick Bradshaw

Bruce Banner is being hunted on two fronts by two dead loved ones turned nightmarish, implacable foes. The stage is set for a brutal three-way confrontation between the ABOMINATION... the HARPY ...and the IMMORTAL HULK. Rated T+

MARVEL COMICS

IMMORTAL HULK #21

(W) Al Ewing (A) Joe Bennett (CA) Alex Ross

As the smoke from last issue clears, General Fortean makes a fateful decision. There can be no more half measure. No weapon is off the table. Force must be met with equal force. This is a war without rules... and SHADOW BASE is going to win.

MARVEL COMICS

INCREDIBLE HERCULES COMPLETE COLLECTION TP #1

(W) Greg Pak (A) Gary Frank (CA) Arthur Adams

Smashing out of the events of WORLD WAR HULK, the legendary Hercules takes center stage! Young genius Amadeus Cho recruits Hercules to help the Hulk - but when the dust settles, Herc and Cho find themselves outlaws! And the situation is further inflamed by Cho's grudge against S.H.I.E.L.D. and Herc's feud with his estranged half-brother, Ares, god of war! Then, the Greek Goliath assembles the godliest super-team ever to take on the deities of the invading Skrulls! Prepare for the pantheon-pounding premiere of...the God Squad! But who among them is a traitor? Plus: Untold tales of Hercules vs. Hulk - and Hulk vs. the Champions! And the excellent origin of Amadeus Cho! Collecting INCREDIBLE HULK (2000) #106-112, INCREDIBLE HERCULES #113-120 and HULK VS. HERCULES: WHEN TITANS COLLIDE; and material from GIANT-SIZE HULK (2006) #1, AMAZING FANTASY (2004) #15 and INCREDIBLE HULK (2000) #100.

VALIANT ENTERTAINMENT LLC

INCURSION TP #1

(W) Andy Diggle (A) Doug Braithwaite (CA) Doug Braithwaite

The debut of Valiant's biggest villain: the alien conqueror Imperatrix Virago! The only thing standing in her way is the Eternal Warrior and Geomancer. Can the duo of heroes protect the planet from a seemingly unstoppable extraterrestrial foe and her army of the undead? Collecting the complete series, INCURSION #1-4.

IMAGE COMICS

INFINITE DARK #8

(W) Ryan Cady (A) Andrea Mutti (CA) Nick Robles

END OF STORY ARC! As Deva attempts to stop one killer and redeem another, humanity's future is determined with a gamble-will this ship turn out to be a lifeboat, or a tomb?

LION FORGE

INFINITY 8 #13

(W) Lewis Trondheim (A) Lorenzo De Felici (CA) Lorenzo De Felici

An experimental weapon unintentionally causes a zombie outbreak on the Infinity 8 cruise ship, spreading to the giant necropolis outside the ship, awakening an inexhaustible army of the living dead! Can agent Ann Ninurta stop this apocalypse and discover the origin of the mysterious necropolis?

DENPA BOOKS

INSIDE MARI GN #5 (OF 9)

(W) Shuzo Oshimi (A) Shuzo Oshimi (CA) Shuzo Oshimi

Mari returned home, albeit briefly. And now Isao is determined to bring her back full-time. But after experiencing Mari's pain and fear, the question is what drove her away in the first place?

YEN PRESS

INTERSPECIES REVIEWERS GN #2

(W) Amahara (A) Masha

Whether it's bedding a genuine succubus, some female-knight roleplaying, or an egg-laying kink, Stunk and the other Interspecies Reviewers go deep down the righteous path of carnal desire! But what's up with Crim? He's always wanted to visit a succubus, but now he's undergoing some transformation...?! For Ages 18 And Up