New Releases by Jim Starlin

Death comes to us all, now in DC Finest! In 1988 the pop culture world was rocked when comics readers were given the opportunity to decide the outcome of one of the medium''s most controversial quandaries: Should the Boy Wonder die? When Jason Todd''s impulsive nature clashes with the Dark Knight''s methodical approach to crime-fighting yet again, Jason takes off on his own in search of his birth mother. Meanwhile, Batman''s latest case leads him to the Middle East, hot on the trail of the Joker, whois brokering the sale of a nuclear device to terrorists! Realizing that they must work together to prevent a global disaster and find Jason''s long-lost mother, Batman and Robin reunite in time to thwart the Clown Prince of Crime. However, this setback sets in motion a far more sinister plot that ultimately leads to betrayal and a deadly date with a crowbar... The decision to kill off the second Robin drew polarized opinions from fans and critics and remains one of the most controversial story arcs in the history of the Caped Crusader. Would the Dark Knight slip into the darkness of the abyss without a Boy Wonder to hold him back? And would fans ever accept another wayward youth stepping into the role of Robin? Collects Batman #423-429, Batman Annual #12, Batman: The Cult #1-4, Detective Comics #590-595, Detective Comics Annual #1

Jim Starlin’s Space Fantasy Masterpiece! The definitive Dreadstar collection begins here, remastered for a new generation! The spiraled arms of the Milky Way embrace hundreds of billions of stars, planets, and Earth—the little blue dot we call home. But humans aren’t the only inhabitants of this swirling galactic disc, it’s also given rise to a number of beautiful and terrible alien species—one of which is so dangerous, so destructive, and so inevitable that the only way to save the universe is to DESTROY THE MILKY WAY. Vanth Dreadstar, last survivor of the Milky Way, has been tasked with safeguarding the future from the same fate that befell our galaxy. His crew, a cyborg sorcerer Syzygy Darklock, cybernetic telepath Willow, cat-like humanoid Oedi, and the freebooter Skeevo, are the universe’s unlikely protectors. From the mind of comics icon Jim Starlin (Infinity Gauntlet, Captain Marvel, Warlock), creator of Thanos, Drax, Gamora, and many more, comes an eon-spanning space fantasy—remastered and collected from the very beginning in this, the first of three definitive tomes! This volume collects the Metamorphosis Odyssey, The Price, the Dreadstar original graphic novel, Epic Illustrated #15, Dreadstar #1-#8, and the short story Prayer.

COSMIC ODYSSEY assembles an eclectic group of heroes to race against time to stop a cosmic entity hell-bent on destroying the galaxy. Do they have what it takes? Or will one hero bring destruction to an entire world? Collects the original four-issue miniseries, featuring Superman, Batman, Orion of the New Gods, Darkseid and many more! A deadly force like none the universe has ever seen is rising. Millennia ago, it wiped out hundreds of star systems and pushed the planets of New Genesis and Apokolips back into the Stone Age. Now, Lord Darkseid alone has seen the danger that is coming. He needs help, but the monsters and deviants that serve him on Apokolips will be no match for an entity this powerful. To save his realm and others, Darkseid must look for help in the camp of his enemies...Only heroes can help him now. The champions of Earth, New Genesis and Apokolips unite in COSMIC ODYSSEY: THE DELUXE EDITION!

In 1988, the pop culture world was rocked when comics readers were given theopportunity to decide the outcome of one of the medium’s most controversialquandaries: Should the Boy Wonder die? While history has taught us one answer tothat question, a second answer is now told—What if Robin lived?Jason Todd, the second teenager to wear the mask of Robin, survived a brutalbeating at the hands of maniacal Joker, but his wounds run deeper than flesh.The already volatile Jason is haunted by what happened to him and is unwilling toconfront his demons, so Bruce Wayne brings in a psychiatrist to talk to him. CanJason recover from his ordeal? Is the Batman ultimately to blame? And then there isthe question on everyone’s mind: who killed the Joker?Writer J.M. DeMatteis (Justice League International) and artist Rick Leonardi(Nightwing) spin the story of what would have happened if the fans had chosendifferently. From the DC Vault: Death in the Family: Robin Lives! collects the entirefour-issue miniseries along with Batman #426, #427, and #429 and the faux-simileissue Batman #428: Robin Lives! that lead up to this momentous elseworld.

"In Batman: The Cult, Deacon Blackfire, a charismatic shaman with roots as old as Gotham City itself, has amassed the city''s homeless into an army, one he seemingly uses to fight crime. But Blackfire has a hidden agenda... "--

Batman has faced a multitude of foes throughout his career, but he’s never faced anyone like the charismatic Deacon Blackfire. By manipulating the minds of the homeless and downtrodden, Blackfire has amassed an army willing to follow his every command—and Batman may become his latest acolyte! Will Blackfire succeed in breaking the Dark Knight’s spirit? This deluxe edition of the classic miniseries by JIM STARLIN (Batman) and BERNIE WRIGHTSON (Swamp Thing) collects all four issues plus a never-before-seen gallery of original art by Wrightson.

Gene manipulation has always been solely for those who can afford the expensive prenatal treatments. Income determines status and, more importantly, survival. If your genes have not been optimized, the Order has no use for you. You are non-essential. Less than. To be eliminated. Everything is geared to keeping the ship of state sailing along smoothly, no matter the cost. But in every totalitarian system lies the seeds of rebellion, independence, and OUTRAGE.

A space opera from comic legends Jim Starlin and Rags Morales! Gene manipulation has always been solely for those who can afford the expensive prenatal treatments. Income determines status and, more importantly, survival. If your genes have not been optimized, the Order has no use for you. You are nonessential. Less than. To be eliminated. Everything is geared to keeping the ship of state sailing along smoothly, no matter the cost. But in every totalitarian system lies the seeds of rebellion, independence, and OUTRAGE.

Collects Strange Tales (1951) #178-181, Warlock (1972) #9-15, Avengers Annual (1967) #7, Marvel Two-In-One Annual (1976) #2. At Marvel in the 1970s, no one mastered the startling scope of cosmic adventure like Jim Starlin! In this star-spanning spectacle, Starlin evolved Adam Warlock to the next level, imbuing the character with the inner demons of a man-god on the brink of insanity. Forced to confront an evil version of himself and the nihilistic menace Thanos, Warlock’s conflicts weren’t just knuckle-grinding throw-downs — they were existential struggles for his very soul. Featuring the first-ever assembling of the Infinity Gems, the debuts of Gamora and Pip the Troll and an all-out struggle to save the universe — joined by the Avengers, Captain Marvel and Spider-Man! And now, the full grandeur of Starlin’s saga is unleashed on the oversized pages of a Gallery Edition!

John Byrne’s bold reinvention of the Superman mythos continues, in stories featuring Green Lantern, Brainiac, Booster Gold, Lex Luthor, and more! In this hardcover collection, Byrne is joined by fellow acclaimed comic book veterans such as Arthur Adams and Jerry Ordway, in stories including the Man of Steel against Toyman, Superman teaming with Green Lantern, and a day at the circus that turns into an encounter with Brainiac! Plus, Byrne teams with legendary Superman artist Curt Swan for the galaxy-faring Superman: The Earth Stealers! This volume collects Superman #12-15, Adventures of Superman #436-438, Action Comics #594-597, Superman: The Earth Stealers #1, Action Comics Annual #1, Superman Annual #1, Adventures of Superman Annual #1, and Booster Gold #23.

The New Gods return in this collection of stories that reimagined Jack Kirby’s famous creations for a new era! Writer Mark Evanier, former assistant to New Gods creator Jack Kirby, teams with artist Paris Cullins to revive Orion, Darkseid, Metron, Kalibak, and more in this collection of key late-80s stories, set in the wake of Cosmic Odyssey. Stories include Orion leading an expedition to Earth and the six-part “Bloodline Saga.” Collects New Gods #1-14.

Collects Bizarre Adventures (1981) #25; Marvel Fanfare (1982) #10-13; Solo Avengers (1987) #7; Black Widow: Coldest War (1990); Punisher/Black Widow: Spinning Doomsday''s Web (1992); Daredevil/Black Widow: Abattoir (1993); Marvel Comics Presents (1988) #135; Daredevil Annual (1967) #10; Fury/Black Widow: Death Duty (1995); Journey Into Mystery (1951) 517-519. The Black Widow goes solo in adventures that defined her as one of Marvel’s greatest heroes! In one of the most beloved Black Widow stories of all time, enter a web of intrigue as Natasha navigates a complex maze of international espionage orchestrated by an old foe! Then, a revelation regarding the Red Guardian draws Black Widow back into a Russian spymaster’s crosshairs. Plus: Natasha teams with the Punisher to take down a rogue former government agent, reunites with Daredevil to investigate the murder of S.H.I.E.L.D. psychics and returns to post-Soviet Russia with Nick Fury!

Collects Infinity Gauntlet (1991) #1-6. Continuing the series of graphic novels handpicked by Marvel Editorial to showcase pivotal storylines written and drawn by some of Marvel’s most acclaimed creators! For the dark Titan, Thanos, the Infinity Gauntlet was the Holy Grail — the ultimate prize to be coveted above all else. With it came omnipotence: absolute control of all aspects of time, space, power, reality, the mind and the soul. But Thanos gaining supreme might meant the beginning of a dark nightmare for the entire universe. Now, on the edge of Armageddon and led by the mysterious Adam Warlock, Earth’s heroes join in a desperate attempt to thwart this nihilistic god’s insane plunge into galactic self-destruction. Should the heroes fail, the astral gods of the universe wait to step into the fray. But in such an awesome cosmic conflict, will anyone survive? It’s one of the greatest blockbusters of all, from cosmics maestro Jim Starlin, the legendary George Pérez and fan-favorite Ron Lim!

Per ricompensare Thanos di averla adorata e di essere morto per lei, la personificazione della morte lo ha rianimato donandogli un nuovo corpo molto più forte del precedente. Il suo compito: cancellare metà della popolazione dell’universo per ottenere un equilibro cosmico. Assetato di potere, e non pago di essere semplicemente il servitore di Lady Morte, Thanos si mette alla ricerca delle sei Gemme dell’Infinito, con cui potrà svolgere in fretta il compito richiesto. Un classico del 1990 sceneggiato dal creatore di Thanos, Jim Starlin, e illustrato da Ron Lim, autore con cui avrebbe dato vita alla cosiddetta Trilogia dell''Infinito. [Contiene Thanos Quest (1990) 1-2]

Collects Marvelu0092s Avengers: Infinity War Prelude #1-2, Infinity #1 And Thanos Annual #1. When a terrorist puts the Avengers at odds, Captain America and the Winter Soldier go rogue to find him u0097 but Iron Man isnu0092t far behind. Will the Avengers survive the fallout? Then, find out where Captain America, Falcon and Black Widow are headed next u0097 because the world needs heroes, whether it wants them or not. Get a sneak peek at Tony Starku0092s brand-new armor! Get ready for 2018u0092s biggest blockbuster with this special prelude! Plus, with the Avengers distracted, see Thanos seize his opportunity to strike at Earth in the first chapter of Jonathan Hickmanu0092s epic Infinity! Delve into the Mad Titanu0092s past as he joins himself on a time-bending journey of discovery u0097 one that sets the stage for his next cosmic odyssey!

Collects Guardians Of The Galaxy: Mother Entropy #1-5. When the Guardians are entrusted with an important but seemingly straight-forward delivery, nothing can go wrong, right? Right! Until everything starts going very wrong. Things might get a little more chaotic when the team meets the mysterious Mother Entropy: Who is she and what is her business with the Guardians?

Collects Avengers (1963) #164-177, Annual (1967) #7, Marvel Two-In-One Annual (1976) #2. Jim Shooter and an unparalleled team of avenging artists -- George Pu0082rez, John Byrne, Jim Starlin and more -- bring you Earth''s Mightiest Heroes at their best! This Marvel Masterworks volume is packed with classic encounters staged on a truly massive scale: Jim Starlin''s defining Thanos War, Ultron''s revenge, the cosmic Korvac Saga -- it''s a dizzying array of iconic adventures! Luckily, the Avengers aren''t alone as they face these challenges -- they''re joined by the Guardians of the Galaxy, the amazing Spider-Man and the ever-lovin'' blue-eyed Thing! Also featuring Adam Warlock, Gamora, the Collector, the Lethal Legion, Count Nefaria, a new look for Wonder Man, and the unfolding secret origins of Quicksilver and the Scarlet Witch!

A deadly force like none the universe has ever seen is rising. Millennia ago, it wiped out hundreds of star systems and pushed the planets of New Genesis and Apokolips back into the Stone Age. Now, Lord Darkseid alone has seen the danger that is coming. He needs help, but the monsters and deviants that serve him on Apokolips will be no match for an entity this powerful. To save his realm and others, Darkseid must look for help in the camp of his enemies…Only heroes can help him now. The champions of Earth, New Genesis and Apokolips unite in COSMIC ODYSSEY: THE DELUXE EDITION, from writer Jim Starlin (BATMAN: A DEATH IN THE FAMILY) and artists Mike Mignola (Hellboy), Carlos Garzón (THE WITCHING HOUR) and Steve Oliff (Spawn). This edition collects the complete classic miniseries.

When last we saw Adam Warlock, he was a captive of Annihilus of the Negative Zone. So where do we find him now? Hanging with the Original Avengers? Then things start getting weird. But what else would you expect from the cosmic team of Jim Starlin and Alan Davis? Guest-starring the Guardians of the Galaxy. Collects THE INFINITY ENTITY #1-4 and MARVEL PREMIERE #1.

The Marvel Masterworks once again presents Captain Marvel -- and this volume completes his adventures! From the epic Battle of Titan to the all-time classic Death of Captain Marvel, you can now experience every page of his cosmic quest in painstakingly restored hardcover editions. The action begins with a plan set in motion by Thanos'' death. The worldwide computer ISAAC has taken control of Titan in Thanos'' name. To overcome the Mad Titan''s threat, Captain Marvel and Drax the Destroyer must fight a war on two fronts spanning the solar system. Art turns by Steve Ditko and Frank Miller -- in one of his first Marvel stories -- plus a rare tale held over for years set the stage for Jim Starlin''s touching farewell to Mar-Vell. COLLECTING: CAPTAIN MARVEL (1968) #58-62; MARVEL SPOTLIGHT (1979) #1-4, 8; MARVEL GRAPHIC NOVEL (1982) #1; MARVEL SUPERHEROES (1990) #3.

Run the Gauntlet from War to Crusade in this essential companion to Jim Starlin''s Infinity Trilogy! In the aftermath of the Infinity Gauntlet event, Adam Warlock wears the almighty glove - but no single being should wield all six gems. Adam recruits his most trusted allies to guard one each - including the deadly Gamora, the destructive Drax, the demanding Moondragon and the diminutive Pip the Troll! But who holds the Reality Gem? The team finds a home on Monster Island, but Infi nity War rages when Adam''s dark side, the Magus, strikes! This sounds like a job for...Thanos? COLLECTING: WARLOCK AND THE INFINITY WATCH #1-22.

The Infinity War is over- now continue the story with the Infinity Watch! Can a comatose Adam Warlock overcome his identity crisis and put himself back together again? If he does, Silver Surfer has a favor to ask, one that would pit Warlock against Mephisto for the soul of Surfer''s love Shalla-Bal! Then, there''s the battle for which green ink was invented: Drax the Destroyer versus the Incredible Hulk! Meanwhile, Quasar fights for the title of Protector of the Universe and his very life! Pip the Troll battles a resident of Monster Isle! The deadly Gamora confronts the United Nations! And don''t miss a very Thanos Christmas! Collecting Warlock & the Infinity Watch #11-17, Silver Surfer/Warlock: Resurrection #1-4, and Quasar #41-43. Plus, material from Marvel Comics Presents (1988) #112, Marvel Holiday Special #2 and Marvel Swimsuit Special #2.

At the close of our suspense-filled last issue, it looked as though Ray Torres was finally getting his wish, he was falling to his death from the roof of his orphanage! But now, fueled by the desire to expose the corruption behind the mysterious deaths of his fellow orphans, and the stirring words of a Dark Paladin who speaks to Ray through his dreams . . . encouraging him to find the courage to become the hero is destined to be! A hero with the power to survive the fall, and fly to the rescue of the defenseless! You won''t want to miss the birth and baptism of the latest super-hero creation from the legendary Jim Starlin!

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Collects Silver Surfer (1987) 60-66, Dr. Strange : Sorcerer Supreme 36, Warlock & the Infinity Watch 1-6, material from Silver Surfer Annual 5. After defeating Thanos, Adam Warlock won the Infinity Gauntlet - and now has absolute power! Can the most powerful being in the universe be convinced to give up the Gauntlet? And who can be trusted with even a portion of its awesome abilities? Meanwhile, the Silver Surfer races to destroy Thanos' shrine to Death - but first he must contend with onetime Infinity Gem owner the Collector, and face his darkest fears!

Collects Silver Surfer #34-38 & Thanos Quest #1-2. The quest that led to INFINITY GAUNTLET begins here! Back from the dead, Thanos is after the power to bring the rest of the universe with him on a return trip! Can the Silver Surfer, Drax the Destroyer and others stop the cosmic iconoclast before he uses reality as a token of his affection for Death?