New Releases by Todd Mcfarlane

Showcasing Todd McFarlane''s unique art style, which burst onto the comic book scene in the late 1980s and forever changed the landscape of comic book art. Features art from original comic art boards, rare, never-before-seen sketches, as well as art from McFarlane''s work on Batman, Spider-Man, and the Hulk (amongst many others), and his own top-selling creation, Spawn. Also features selected commentary by the artist himself. This large format, softcover book showcases McFarlane''s detailed art style at a previously unpublished size.

All-New Story Arc! No longer haunted by his past, Jim Downing looks to begin a new life - as a hero, a healer... a savior? But the Hell-born evil at the heart of his incredible powers is growing stronger, threatening to take control.

As Jim seeks a new direction for his troubled life, he is unaware of the true danger he represents to those closest to him. Marc has become embroiled in a deadly game of intrigue with a CIA unit tasked with keeping JimÕs past a secret, which leads to increased paranoia and further neglect of Susan. Susan, ultimately, turns to a final, fatal act of desperation to solve her issues of loneliness. SaraÕs faith is being tested like never before Ð is Jim truly a savior or is he something much, much worse? Meanwhile, Clown has had his new toys Ð Jim and the increasingly powerful K7-Leetha Ð taken from him and makes a desperate maneuver of his own, as he places the last remaining piece of MalebolgiaÕs earthly power within Sara for safe keeping.

Since his sudden awakening from a mysterious coma in the pages of Spawn #185, Jim Downing, the world''s newest Hellspawn has been searching for his past. At every turn, answers were given in the form of more questions, but his time spent looking back has come to an end. As Jason Wynn weaves his final tale, the great manipulator will set Spawn up for something they both long for -- freeing Jim of the burden of his human past, and unwittingly paving the way for a threat far greater than any imagined.

FOR THE FIRST TIME...the results of a Presidential Election will directly affect the events to come. On November 6th, the citizens of the United States of America will select their Commander In Chief. The winner, and his goals and agendas, will play a role in shaping the next stage in Jim Downing''s evolution. Meanwhile...Jim''s long search for answers about his past comes to an end in this three-part story, featuring the return of fan-favorite villain, Jason Wynn. Wynn, the master puppeteer whose manipulations led to Al Simmons'' original fall from grace, now lays bare the full truth regarding Jim''s role in "The Project." But what are Wynn''s true intentions? And what ramifications do they have on global events.

Was Jim Downing a mastermind or a victim in his previous life? As a brutal interrogation intensifies, the answers Jim seeks, and the realities of the man he was, may exist somewhere in-between good and evil. To complicate matters further...The final details he needs and the ultimate end to "The Program" rest in the hands of a man whose actions helped shape the very foundation of the SPAWN universe...Jason Wynn.

Spawn and Tremor take a prisoner in their ongoing war to discover the truth behind The Program -- the clandestine military operation that made them both monsters. As the interrogation heats up, the reality of Jim''s memories begin to take shape. Was he the architect of his own downfall, or a victim of those with far more sinister intent?

SPAWN''s 20th Anniversary Celebration Kicks Into High Gear! The next chapter in the secret history of Jim Downing! And the return of Tremor! SPAWN and Tremor join forces to uncover the secrets of the clandestine military project that made them both monsters. The history of the SPAWN universe and Jim''s place within its vast mythology continues to unfold as new details and mysteries come to the forefront.

The new era that began in the pages of SPAWN''s hallmark 220th issue continues! Featuring a classic Todd McFarlane cover re-imagined by the legendary artist as Image Comics and Todd McFarlane Productions continue SPAWN''s 20th Anniversary celebration. Jim Downing is a man possessed by a hellish power he cannot control, by a heavenly secret he doesn''t understand, and by an unstoppable drive to piece together the mystery that is his lost past. Balancing the deadly realities of his secret life as the world''s newest Hellspawn with the worldwide media frenzy as a new messiah for the Digital Age, Jim begins to embrace his abilities like never before. This all leads to a showdown with a classic Spawn adversary... TREMOR RETURNS!!!

Journey with Spawn as he visits the Fifth Level of Hell, only to battle with none other than the Savage Dragon! Collects Spawn #51-56.

A troubled agent is forced to continue a career he walked out on, but finds a very convincing reason to do so. Clown returns to warn Jim that Heaven and Hell are on the move, and says he''s found a clue to Jim''s past.

THE COUNTDOWN TO SPAWN #200 BEGINS HERE! Spawn''s biggest, most menacing villain to date joins the cast of rogue characters in this month''s issue. Jim discovers he wasn''t the only patient with secrets at St. Anthony''s and finds answers to his true identity in the last place he ever expected.

He has miraculously awoken from a coma, dodged being burned alive in a hospital fire, and fought his way to find answers about his past. Now, our new Spawn, Jim Downing, learns a crucial piece of information that changes the game completely.

With Spawn, legendary writer and artist Todd McFarlane unleashed his iconic antihero on the world, and launched the most successful independent comic book in history. Collecting Spawn #15-20, Spawn: Origins Volume 3 includes stories penned by Grant Morrison, and introduces unforgettable, all-new characters.

An aggravated Jim starts taking matters into his own hands, tracking down any lead that comes his way. Across town, Clown and another inmate escape from the holding cell while on Sam and Twitch''s watch. The Virginia detectives begin to make connections in the suicide of estate lawyer, Bill Winston, and ill reporter, Marc, receives a strange call from an anonymous source.

Jim continues to seek clues to his missing identity, but each answer only brings more questions. The information he manages to discover about himself and his past life is far from comforting. Meanwhile, the Spawn entity dwelling inside Jim starts to exert its dominance over its host, and Jim finds himself becoming addicted to the power.

Jim Downing awoke from a long coma to discover he has no memories of his past life, and worse, he seems to be possessed by a dark, violent power that emerges in times of stress. As Jim struggles to piece together the events that led him to this fate, he finds himself at the middle of a great conspiracy, stalked by agents of both Heaven and Hell. Help is offered from surprising quarters, but can anyone truly be trusted?

Over the past several issues, Spawn has experienced the most dramatic series of twists in its long history. Events that have rocked the status quo and echoed from the heights of Heaven to the pit of Hell. But what does it all mean? A young reporter following an obscure lead thinks he''s stumbled upon the answer. As incredible as his suspicions may be, the truth is something far beyond his imagination.

Last issue, everything changed! The world of Spawn was rocked by the most stunning moment in the series'' sixteen year history. And now, the mystery deepens... Sides are chosen and secrets are revealedÉ

The landmark 185th issue of Spawn unleashes a brand new creative team and the return of two Image Comics founders -- Todd McFarlane and Whilce Portacio. Todd will helm the book and joins Whilce on art duties, and Brian Holguin returns as writer. New energy and an entirely new direction -- get ready for the event that is as big as issue #1. Featuring variant covers by Todd, Whilce, and Greg Capullo.

Near death, Nyx makes final preparations for her trip into the depths of Hell to save her friend, Thea. With Al Simmons in the hospital after his last encounter with the Clown and the thousand of his minions, his condition goes from bad to worse once Nyx takes away his Hell-born essence. With the powers of a Hellspawn at her whim, Nyx strikes a deal with N''Zzezheaal, a lessor lord of Hell, in hopes of gaining free passage into the 8th level of Hell. Once there, Nyx is determined save her friend. But who or what is going to save Nyx?

Spawn and Twitch find Max in a house along with seven other ghosts. After being shot by Sally, Twitch offers his life force to Max. Max refuses to let his father go toward the light. Spawn fights off a demon who claims that the ghost occupants of the house are its food. Spawn finally sends the demon back to Hell and uses his Hell-born powers to revive a near-death Twitch.

Jason Wynn, gives an in-depth presentation on the life and death of Al Simmons. Describing Al''s past missions, along with other recent events, Jason concludes that a full investigation should be conducted, along with surveillance on the Fitzgeralds. With Nyx''s assistance, Al learns to control his "Spawn" half. Twitch, patrolling the streets in hopes of finding Al Simmons, gets his wish granted.

Nyx persuades Al that he should try to right the many sinister deeds he has been responsible for, and starts by going back to the alleys to save Major Forsburg. Triumphantly, Jason Wynn and his new "co-worker" return to the CIA offices. Jason goes right to work, and asks for all the files on Al Simmons. At police headquarters, Twitch discovers that the man who had no shadow was also the man who''s grave had been robbed, Al Simmons.

While Wanda lies close to death, Spawn returns to the eighth level of Hell for a final showdown with a weakened Malebolgia. At the height of the conflict, Angela arrives to join in the battle. After mortally wounding Malebolgia and thinking him dead, Spawn and Angela prepare to escape; however, with his last breath, Malebolgia extracts Angela''s lance and impales her with it. In a rage, Spawn decapitates Malebolgia with Angela''s sword. Carrying Angela''s lifeless body, Spawn delivers her to a host of angels who offer him forgiveness and redemption. He refuses this angelic pardon, but the angel who offers it can yet do one favor for Spawn: She appears in Wanda'' hospital room and breathes new life into Wanda. Meanwhile, Spawn finally comes to terms with his place in the world.

Ethan Crone, accused by his editor of being obsessed with Spawn, interviews people from all walks of life around the city who may have witnessed Spawn and his mysterious ways. When he actually tries to spend the night in the Rat City alleys, Cog tells him that there is no Spawn and there never was: he was simply a ghost story told around the bonfires in the alleys.

Twitch is able to break free from his captor, the Freak, when he is distracted by Spawn''s sudden appearance. Then, as Sam, Twitch & Spawn struggle to stop the slaughter in the alley, they feel their curious bond intensifying. Spawn tracks down the Freak, where he is drowned by the worms and insects. Meanwhile, Wanda again witnesses Cyan''s psychotic behavior when she loses her soother and necklace out the car window.

A shaken Jason Wynn tells his security forces about a "terrorist threat" on his life and they reinforce the area. Meanwhile, Spawn''s face has healed itself. Although startled and confused by this new turn of events, Al forms plans to further intimidate Wynn to ensure Wanda''s safety and to win her back. Later, Cog counsels Spawn to get him to reconsider his decisions. Elsewhere in the city, Sam & Twitch are pondering how some of their previous cases seem to be tied together when they receive a hot tip and head to the alley.

Spawn freefalls through the levels of Hell where he he undergoes a physical and psychological baptism. Layers of Al Simmons'' life are peeled away and his weaknesses are exposed. Finally, Malebolgia rips Al''s heart out. Meanwhile, Terry''s doctors are still puzzled by his miraculous recovery while Cyan refuses to give up a filthy shoelace she found at the hospital. Elsewhere, Sam shows Twitch their new ''55 Chevy car.

When Angela helped Spawn escape Heaven, she lost her position as priority A-1 angel. Tiffany, a firecracker with a taste for blood, is determined to get the job; and her path to success leads straight through Spawn. Coming upon him in his weakened state, Tiffany confronts Spawn and a fierce battle ensues with Tiffany about to decapitate Spawn. Meanwhile, Sam and Twitch wonder why Banks took the fall when others were implicated in their investigation.