DC In October 2008 Part 3 – Wildstorm

DC In October 2008 Part 3 – Wildstorm

GEN13 #23
Written by Scott Beatty and Christos Gage
Cover by Huddleston
Art by Mike Huddleston and Mike McKone & Andy Lanning
The kids have found nothing but hardship and near-death in the post-apocalyptic landscape…in a brief respite in the wilderness, they take the opportunity to reflect on the new world order.  Featuring the third chapter of the Marc “Backlash” Slayton backup story, by Christos Gage and Mike McKone!
On sale October 8 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

WILDCATS #4
Written by Christos Gage
Art by Neil Googe and Pete Woods
Cover by Googe
It’s a rumble in the jungles of Nevada as the Wildcats tangle with old allies! But what secret does this lush oasis hold and could it be the answer to the Earth’s needs? And how does it all connect to a character from NUMBER OF THE BEAST?  Plus, Cybernary returns as a new backup begins with Gage and artist Pete Woods!
On sale October 22 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

THE AUTHORITY #3
Written by Dan Abnett & Andy Lanning and Christos Gage
Art by Simon Coleby and Mike McKone & Lanning
Cover by Simon Coleby
The Midnighter confronts the Eidolon and his Army of the Mad… but can even he overcome an entire army alone? And the Engineer makes a startling discovery in the bowels of the Carrier that could turn the team’s fortunes around in this desolate new world! Plus, the second chapter of the Marc “Backlash” Slayton backup story continues by Christos Gage and Mike McKone (GREEN LANTERN, TEEN TITANS)!
On sale October 1 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

STORMWATCH: PHD #15
Written by Ian Edginton and Christos Gage
Art by Leandro Fernández & Francisco Paronzini and Mike McKone & Andy Lanning
Cover by Leandro Fernandez
StormWatch receives a distress call from the Earth’s surface and an old ally rears his head – Jon Drake, leader of The Establishment! But the happy reunion doesn’t last long as he brings news of newly awakened Soviet-era doomsday machines preprogrammed in the event of a nuclear war to seek out and destroy the United States!
And the fourth chapter of the Marc “Backlash” Slayton back-up story concludes, by Christos Gage and Mike McKone!
On sale October 15 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

CASEY BLUE: BEYOND TOMORROW #6
Written by B. Clay Moore
Art and cover by Carlo Barberi & Jacob Eguren
Casey reaches her full potential in a massive throw-down in Washington, DC! Fists will fly, secrets will be revealed, and death will be right around the corner as this high-octane series’ first chapter reaches its action-packed conclusion!
On sale October 15 • 6 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

STORMING PARADISE #4
Written by Chuck Dixon
Art by Butch Guice & Eduardo Barreto
Cover by Butch Guice
New Year’s Eve 1946 finds America still at war with Japan as the invasion continues inland on Kyushu. It’s a bloody fight for every foot of land as the Japanese army regroups for a massive attack on the American front. At the same time, Father Danny learns that a Nazi-inspired terror will soon be unleashed upon the battlefield.
On sale October 1 • 4 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

THE FERRYMAN #1-2
Written by Marc Andreyko
Art and cover by Jonathan Wayshak
Who are The Ferrymen? If you mix the deadliest qualities of Blackwater operatives, skip tracers and expert trackers, you might have an idea. And Gideon Thorne is the best Ferryman out there. In the exclusive employ of the sinister entrepreneur Mr. Webster, Gideon always gets his man, no matter the obstacle. Don’t miss out on the start of this explosive miniseries from the mind of legendary movie producer Joel Silver, written by Marc Andreyko (MANHUNTER) with art by rising star Jonathan Wayshak!
And in issue #2, Ferryman Gideon Thorne won’t let a little thing like being dead keep him from getting a job done, because when you’re a Ferryman, failure is not an option. The question is: who’s his target . . . and who is Thorne really working for?
Issue #1 on sale October 8 • Issue #2 on sale October 29 • 1 and 2 of 5 •32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

FRINGE #3
Watch for a special announcement on this miniseries’ creative team, coming soon!

The new FOX television phenomenon « Fringe » continues in this special tie-in comic series from creators J.J. Abrams, Roberto Orci and Alex Kurtzman. Don’t miss any of the clues as the mysteries of « Fringe » unfold here!
On sale October 29 • 3 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

CHUCK #5
Written by Peter Johnson & Zev Borow
Art by Jeremy Haun & Phil Noto
Cover by Kristian Donaldson
The hit NBC TV series continues taking the comics world by storm! Chuck Bartowski and his friends still can’t believe the importance of the man they rescued, but Chuck soon wonders if things may be too good to be true. Chuck’s curiosity may be the end of him!
On sale October 8 • 5 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

TOP 10 SEASON TWO #1
Written by Zander Cannon
Art and cover by Gene Ha
AMERICA’S BEST COMICS. A new season dawns in the science-city of Neopolis! A new commissioner, along with some new rules, comes to Precinct 10, as Slipstream Phoenix, a rookie cop with an ugly secret, fights for respect among his new peers. Meanwhile, Shock-Headed Peter and the Dust Devil investigate a mysterious, ancient drug dealer, and a very public multiple homicide sets Captain Jetman and Lieutenant Peregrine scrambling for answers.
The police procedural crime and intrigue continue in this new series based on concepts and characters created by legendary writer Alan Moore (WATCHMEN, V FOR VENDETTA).
On sale October 1 • 1 of 4 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

WORLD OF WARCRAFT #12
Written by Walter Simonson
Art by Jon Buran & Jerome K. Moore
Covers by Samwise Didier & Ludo Lullabi
The saga of the Missing King of Stormwind continues and the end is almost here! Lo’Gosh and his companions enter Stormwind Keep to confront a vicious black dragon and face the evil usurper of King Varian’s throne.
Retailers: This issue will feature two covers that will ship in a ratio of approximately 50/50, one by Samwise Didier and one by Ludo Lullabi. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.
On sale October 15 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

WORLD OF WARCRAFT: ASHBRINGER #2
Written by Micky Neilson
Art by Ludo Lullabi & Tony Washington
Cover by Chris Robinson
Variant cover by Lullabi & Washington

Betrayed by his own blood, Alexandros Mograine must fight for his life against impossible odds. The battle’s outcome will drive a wedge through the heart of the beleaguered Order of the Silver Hand, and in the wake of devastation, two factions will emerge: the Scarlet Crusade and the Argent Dawn!
Retailers please note: This issue will feature two covers. For every 10 copies of the Standard edition (with a cover by Chris Robinson) retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition (with a cover by Ludo Lullabi and Tony Washington). Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.
On sale October 22 • 2 of 4 • 40 pg, FC, $3.99 US

GEARS OF WAR #1
Written by Joshua Ortega
Art by Liam Sharp
“Crimson Omen” cover
Variant cover by Brandon Badeaux
The best-selling video game franchise arrives in comic books stores with a blast – one month before the debut of the new Xbox 360 game! The opening six-issue arc of this new ongoing series bridges the end of the first Gears of War game and the start of the second one, following the brutal adventures of Marcus Fenix and Delta Squad in the battle against the Locust!
What happened after the Lightmass Bombing and how did the Locust react to this devastating weapon? Find out in this new series by Gears of War 2 game-writer Joshua Ortega (Death Dealer) and artist Liam Sharp (LORD HAVOK AND THE EXTREMISTS).
Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. For every 10 copies of the Standard Edition (with a “Crimson Omen” cover), retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition (with a cover by Bill Sienkiewicz). Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.
On sale October 8 • 32 pg, FC, $3.99 US • MATURE READERS