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BOTTOM-TIER CHARACTER TOMOZ AKI LIGHT NOVEL SC #5

(W) Yuki Yaku (A) Fly (CA) Fly

Tomoz AKI never expected he would be mentoring Tama-chan in the ways of the normie-especially not when she turns out to have an A-tier character to begin with. How can he help her? CAN he help her...? For readers ages 16 and up.

DC COMICS

(W) G. Willow Wilson (A) Nick Robles (CA) Jeremy Wilson

Ruin has traveled to Worlds’ End to seek help from the denizen of the Dreaming who set him free in the first place…unfortunately, Brute and Glob have followed him there—on the orders of Dream himself! And back in the Dreaming, Lindy has taken on the challenge of discovering who the “true” Shakespeare is, via a staging of the apocryphal play The Birth Of Merlyn. But when you tell a tale inside the Dreaming, it has a strange way of becoming very real indeed…

TITAN BOOKS

JAMES BOND NO TIME TO DIE M AKING OF THE FILM HC

(W) Mark Salisbury

Bond has left active service and is enjoying a tranquil life in Jamaica. His peace is short-lived when his old friend Felix Leiter from the CIA turns up asking for help. This lavish coffee table book takes readers behind the scenes of No Time To Die and reveals the film's locations, characters, gadgets, weapons, and cars, with exclusive on-set photography, concept art, stunt breakdowns, and more, accompanied by cast and crew interviews.

GHOST SHIP

S AKI SUCCUBUS HUNGERS TONIGHT GN #4

(W) Mikokuno Homare (A) Studiohip-Cats (CA) Studiohip-Cats

S AKI is left out in the cold when rival succubus Mami confesses her feelings for Renta first. And then, even worse, she's left out in the rain. Stuck outside in a freak rainstorm and soaked to the bone, she chases after Renta to set the record straight and confesses her own loe. She's in for a surprise when Renta pulls her into the closest building to escape the rain - and it turns out to be a love hotel!

SEVEN SEAS ENTERTAINMENT LLC

UZ AKI CHAN WANTS TO HANG OUT GN #4

(W) Take (A) Take (CA) Take

Sakurai Shinichi's one wish is for a little peace and quiet. But Uz AKI Hana - his boisterous, well-endowed underclassman - has other plans. All she wants is to hang out and poke fun at him. With the help of her chipper charm and peppy persistence, this might just be the start of a beautiful relationship! Fans of slice-of-life comedy are sure to enjoy this new "odd couple" tale about misadventures in a college setting.

YEN ON

100220L GIRL RAISING PROJECT LIGHT NOVEL SC #10

(W) Yuu Miyaz AKI (A) Okiura (CA) Okiura

Learn more about the sixteen magical girls from the very first Magical Girl Raising Project in this short story collection: the peaceful days of their lives, surprising interactions, even events that took place before the game's start! These sweet vignettes are positively bursting with magical-girl charm! For readers ages 16 and up.

VIZ MEDIA LLC

ACT-AGE GN #3

(W) Tatsuya Matsuki (A) Shiro Usaz AKI (CA) Shiro Usaz AKI

Kei Yonagi must delve deep into her psyche to succeed in the cutthroat world of acting, but can she keep her sanity while doing so? Is there a method to Kei Yonagi's madness when it comes to acting? The young actor has a family of siblings to feed, but she finds herself struggling with her psychological demons when playing a role. Her desperate acting catches the eye of a famous director, Sumiji Kuroyama, who's looking for raw talent to mold. Can he help Yonagi navigate the cutthroat world of acting without losing her sanity? Kei Yonagi, an aspiring method actor, finally begins filming Death Island with the famous actor Chiyoko Momoshiro! In her role, Yonagi can't quite understand the friendship between her character and Chiyoko's, so she tries to draw on her own experiences to help her out. There's only one problem-she doesn't really have any friends. To get past this obstacle, Yonagi attempts to befriend Chiyoko, only to be rejected. Will Yonagi find a source of inspiration before their final crucial scene? For readers ages 13 and up.

MARVEL COMICS

AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #53.LR #0

(W) Matthew Rosenberg (A) Federico Vicentini (CA) Marcelo Ferreira

LAST REMAINS TIE-IN! o Another classic Spider-Man villain gets pulled into the most soul-sh AKIng Spider-Man story ever. You won't believe what you read, and it will break your heart. 32 PGS./Rated T+

MARVEL COMICS

AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #53.LR PHAM VAR #0

(W) Matthew Rosenberg (A) Federico Vicentini (CA) Khoi Pham

LAST REMAINS TIE-IN! o Another classic Spider-Man villain gets pulled into the most soul-sh AKIng Spider-Man story ever. You won't believe what you read, and it will break your heart. 32 PGS./Rated T+

AFTERSHOCK COMICS

ANIMOSITY TP #6

(W) Marguerite Bennett (A) Elton Thomasi (CA) Rafael De Latorre

One day, the animals woke up. They started thinking. They started talking. They started t AKIng revenge. Sandor, Jessie and their companions stray into the oil fields where the bloody kings of Texas reign. From creator/writer Marguerite Bennett (INSEXTS, DC Comics Bombshells, Batwoman) with artwork by Elton Thomasi. Volume 6 contains issues #25-28.

ARCHIE COMIC PUBLICATIONS

ARCHIE & FRIENDS FALL FESTIVAL #1

(W) Various (A) VARIOUS (CA) Jeff Shultz

Hop into a pile of leaves with Archie and Friends for this fun fall collection of stories! From pumpkin pies and haunted corn mazes to creepy campfire tales and r AKIng leaves, this issue is full of autumnal activities!

TOKYOPOP

ARIA MANGA MASTERPIECE OMNIBUS GN #7

(W) Kozue Amano (A) Kozue Amano (CA) Kozue Amano

On the planet Aqua, a world once known as Mars, Akari Mizunashi has just made her home in the town of Neo-Venezia, a futuristic imitation of the ancient city of Venice. In pursuit of her dream to become an Undine - a gondolier who leads high-end tours around the city - Akari joins as a trainee with the Aria Company, one of the three most prestigious water-guide companies in Neo-Venezia. There, she explores the beauty of the city and the world along with other trainees from Aria and rival companies, working hard for her dreams and m AKIng new friends along the way.  Experience the world of Aqua like never before with Kozue Amano's gorgeously detailed illustrations and full-color spreads in this deluxe collector's edition!  This is the final volume of the Masterpiece edition of this series. For readers ages 13 years and up.

DARK HORSE COMICS

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!

DARK HORSE COMICS

ART OF BROKEN AGE HC

(CA) Nathan Stapley

Broken Age began life as a record-bre AKIng 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.

DARK HORSE COMICS

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 m AKIng 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!

DARK HORSE COMICS

ART OF THE LAST OF US PART II HC

(W) Naughty Dog Studios (A) Naughty Dog Studios

Extensive insights into the m AKIng of the long-awaited sequel to the award-winning The Last of Us. From Ellie's peaceful life in Jackson, Wyoming to her merciless pursuit of retribution in Seattle, Washington, this essential companion features hundreds of pieces of concept art, character designs, stunningly detailed environments, and more that chronicle the captivating and emotional story at the heart of The Last of Us Part II.

DARK HORSE COMICS

ART OF THE MASS EFFECT UNIVERSE HC

(W) Casey Hudson (A) BioWare

The Mass Effect trilogy is a groundbre AKIng epic that has immersed gamers in one of science fiction's richest universes. Now BioWare and Dark Horse are proud to invite fans deeper than ever into the Mass Effect saga with The Art of the Mass Effect Universe! Featuring concept art and commentary by BioWare on the games' characters, locations, vehicles, weapons, and more-including Mass Effect 3-The Art of the Mass Effect Universe is the most complete companion available to gaming's most compelling series!

DARK HORSE COMICS

ART OF UNCHARTED 4 HC A THIEFS END

(W) Evan Shannon (A) Naughty Dog (CA) Naughty Dog

  Journey alongside Nathan Drake once again, as Naughty Dog and Dark Horse Books team up to bring you this comprehensive and breatht AKIng exploration into Uncharted 4: A Thief's End! Numerous never-before-seen designs and concept art accompanied by commentary from the developers give you behind-the-scenes access to the creation of this gaming masterwork. * Filled with never-before-seen art from the creators of the game!

MARVEL COMICS

AVENGERS #57 FACSIMILE EDITION #0

(W) Roy Thomas (A) John Buscema (CA) John Buscema

Behold...the Vision! The Avengers meet one of their deadliest enemies - and greatest allies - in an unforgettable story from the legendary creative team of Roy Thomas and John Buscema! It begins as the Wasp is terrorized in her apartment by "some sort of unearthly Vision" - and soon the synthezoid who can alter his density from ghostlike to diamond hard is m AKIng light work of Giant-Man, Hawkeye and Black Panther! He's been sent by Ultron to destroy the Avengers, but can an artificial man find the strength to turn against his maker? One of the most stalwart assemblers Earth's Mightiest Heroes have ever known makes his debut right here, and the team will never be the same. It's one of the all-time great Marvel comic books, boldly re-presented in its original form, ads and all! Reprinting AVENGERS (1963) #57. 32 PGS./All Ages

HARPER DESIGN

BACK TO THE FUTURE ULT VISUAL HISTORY REVISED & EXPANDED

(W) Michael Klastorin

Great Scott! Go Back to the Future with Doc Brown and Marty McFly and celebrate the film's 35th anniversary with this visually stunning look at the creation of one of the most beloved movie trilogies of all time. This revised and expanded edition with officially licensed content goes behind the scenes to tell the complete story of the m AKIng of these hugely popular movies and how the adventures of Marty McFly and Doc Brown became an international phenomenon. This is a stunning journey into the creation of this beloved time-traveling saga and features hundreds of never-before-seen images from all three movies, along with rare concept art, storyboards, and other visual treasures, as well as exclusive interviews with key cast and crew members.

DARK HORSE COMICS

BARBALIEN RED PLANET #1 (OF 5)

CVR A WALTA

(W) Tate Brombal (A) Gabriel Hernandez Walta (CA) Gabriel Hernandez Walta

A groundbre AKIng new sci-fi action series in the world of the Eisner Award-winning Black Hammer universe, about prejudice, honor, and identity. Mark Markz has found his place on Earth as both a decorated police officer and as the beloved superhero, Barbalien. But in the midst of the AIDS crisis, hatred from all sides makes balancing these identities seem impossible-especially when a Martian enemy from the past hunts him down to take him back, dead or alive. * Origin Story for Barbalien. * Art by Gabriel Hernández Walta (New Mutants, X-Men)!

DARK HORSE COMICS

BARBALIEN RED PLANET #1 (OF 5)

CVR B KOCH

(W) Tate Brombal (A) Gabriel Hernandez Walta (CA) Aud Koch

A groundbre AKIng new sci-fi action series in the world of the Eisner Award-winning Black Hammer universe, about prejudice, honor, and identity. Mark Markz has found his place on Earth as both a decorated police officer and as the beloved superhero, Barbalien. But in the midst of the AIDS crisis, hatred from all sides makes balancing these identities seem impossible-especially when a Martian enemy from the past hunts him down to take him back, dead or alive. * Origin Story for Barbalien. * Art by Gabriel Hernández Walta (New Mutants, X-Men)!

DYNAMIC FORCES

BATMAN #100 HAESER SGN & RMRK #0

"The Joker War" comes to a city-shattering conclusion as Batman battles The Joker in a brutal, no-holds-barred duel! This is a fight 80 years in the m AKIng, and its outcome won't just change Batman's life-it will change Gotham City for years to come! Plus, catch the first glimpse of the new villain known as Ghost-Maker! And after the senses-shattering conclusion of "The Joker War" come a pair of short stories that will chart what's to come in Gotham City and Batman. Don't miss the first showdown between Batman and Clownhunter! FINAL COVER MAY VARY. ALLOCATIONS MAY OCCUR.

DYNAMIC FORCES

BATMAN #100 JOKER WAR CGC GRADED #0

"The Joker War" comes to a city-shattering conclusion as Batman battles The Joker in a brutal, no-holds-barred duel! This is a fight 80 years in the m AKIng, and its outcome won't just change Batman's life-it will change Gotham City for years to come! Plus, catch the first glimpse of the new villain known as Ghost-Maker! And after the senses-shattering conclusion of "The Joker War" come a pair of short stories that will chart what's to come in Gotham City and Batman. Don't miss the first showdown between Batman and Clownhunter! FINAL COVER MAY VARY. ALLOCATIONS MAY OCCUR. CGC GRADED AT 9.6 OR HIGHER!

DYNAMIC FORCES

BATMAN #100 JOKER WAR TYNION IV SGN #0

"The Joker War" comes to a city-shattering conclusion as Batman battles The Joker in a brutal, no-holds-barred duel! This is a fight 80 years in the m AKIng, and its outcome won't just change Batman's life-it will change Gotham City for years to come! Plus, catch the first glimpse of the new villain known as Ghost-Maker! And after the senses-shattering conclusion of "The Joker War" come a pair of short stories that will chart what's to come in Gotham City and Batman. Don't miss the first showdown between Batman and Clownhunter! FINAL COVER MAY VARY. ALLOCATIONS MAY OCCUR.