Image Comics

'LOCKDOWN,' Part Two
As the world-ending plans of THE FACE draw nearer to completion--Stronghold Prison is attacked! Amidst the chaos Wolf-Man must face off against Zechariah for the final time. Will it lead to his escape--or his demise?

If you missed out on BATTLE POPE the first time around, now is your chance to find out what everyone was talking about! It's the end of the world and few are worthy of passage to heaven, not even the Pope. God leaves behind Saint Michael, the leader of his army, to act as a guardian for the humans. He fails, and is held captive by Lucifer. God then enlists the aide of the Pope to rescue Michael, and leaves his son Jesus H. Christ to assist him in his quest. Now presented in FULL-COLOR!

Collects BATTLE POPE #1-4

Jackie's face-off against his deadliest foe yet continues as the Legacy numbering of The Darkness goes into full effect, taking into account every issue ever published, regardless of volume. An ageless beauty with red ribbon in her hair and her silent enforcer are determined to wipe out another Darkness bearer. Can Jackie break the curse? Meanwhile the mysterious Foreigner reveals new information to Jackie, which shakes him to his core.

Includes all four covers. An all-star cast of artists assembles in this oversized book to illustrate the historic 75th overall issue of The Darkness. Combining all three volumes of The Darkness since its debut in 1996, we're renumbering the current series to pay tribute to the legacy of this rich and storied character.

Journey into a bleak and twisted future to witness humanity's struggle to survive amongst the wreckage of the eternal conflict between The Darkness and The Angelus. Can Jackie Estacado step off this path to ultimate destruction or will he allow The Darkness to turn him into a global tyrant?

Cover A – Lee Bermejo (wraparound)
Cover B – Dale Keown
Cover C – Stjepan Sejic
Cover D – Michael Broussard

The ANGELUS returns, and The Darkness is in for the fight of his life! That's right, you thought Jackie had taken care of his eternal enemy but like the old saying goes, you can't keep an ultra-deadly-incredibly-beautiful-power-of-life-wielding-woman down! Collecting the hard to find The Darkness issues #7 & 8, and #11-14, written by the likes of Garth Ennis and drawn by several of the foremost Darkness artists, including creator Marc Silvestri, this second Darkness deluxe trade paperback is a must-have for any Darkness fan! Complete with an all-new cover by Marc Silvestri, make sure to grab your Heart of Darkness trade paperback today!

When 17-year-old Nara Kilday is murdered at the hands of a demonic cult, the quiet suburb of Darlington Hills is turned upside down. But when Nara inexplicably returns from the dead, what seems like a miracle at first may in fact spell the end for mankind. This volume collects the entire DEAD @17 saga - what Comic Shop News calls 'one of the most thought-provoking character-driven horror tales in years.' The perfect way to jump on board before the launch of next month's all-new series.

Collects DEAD @17, DEAD @17: BLOOD OF SAINTS, DEAD @17: REVOLUTION and DEAD @17: THE 13th BROTHER

BOOK TWENTY-EIGHT: THE HORROR! Neela Archer's mission is revealed! She's a cosmic cleaner sent to eliminate an Entropist Assassin gone rogue! But what role will Adam play?! Galactic politics at its most severe! Two wrongs don't make a right! The horror! The horror! (hence the title)

Every girl thinks her boyfriend is a catch, but Georgetown bookseller Liz Donnelly's got bragging rights-she's dating Race Noble, the famous super-hero with the quick smile and the quicker legs. Follow Race and Liz's whirlwind romance, from the moment they meet, to their wedding... and the tragic honeymoon. Now, Liz is a stranger in a strange land-an everyday person living with a family of celebrity super-heroes! Behind the glamour and wonder lie dark secrets, ruthless ambition, and twisted desires. Noble Causes: In Sickness and in Health contains the critically acclaimed five-issue story arc that ran through Noble Causes: First Impressions and Noble Causes #1-4. This collection features all-new commentary by creator Jay Faerber, as well as a rare look at Patrick Gleason and John Wycough's 3-page tryout sequence, as well as a variant cover gallery and new pin-ups by various artists.

TOP COW is proud to bring you issues 9-15 of the critically acclaimed series RISING STARS. This second story arc written by J.MICHAEL STRACZYNSKI (BABYLON 5, CRUSADE) continues the tale of the Specials as they wage war between themselves and the rest of the world. With an all new cover by current series artist Brent Anderson (ASTRO CITY), this great collection is the perfect way to revisit your favorite Rising Stars moments or finally piece together those missing issues.

Dara may be fighting a losing battle when Knossos' power not only overwhelms her, but becomes a threat to the rest of the world.

(W) Ron Marz (A) Stjepan Sejic (Cov) Tyler Kirkham, Stjepan Sejic This half of this two-part cover by Tyler Kirkham and Stjepan Sejic features Sara Pezzini. Quantities are limited, allocations may occur.