GEEKLY WEEKLY GUIDE (JUNE 5, 2013)

GEEKLY WEEKLY GUIDE (JUNE 5, 2013)

Here are our picks of comics (singles, TPBs, HCs OGNs, Toys, Apparel and other geeky stuff) and what-not that will be released weekly . We know that comic books and other geeky merchandise are expensive. But, we are here to for you on what books & trade of geekery are great and worthy of buying.

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All-New X-Men #12 Yu Wolverine Var

Writer: Bendis, Brian Michael
Artist: Immonen, Stuart
Cover Artist: Yu, Leinil Francis
Format: COMIC
Price: PI

East of West #3

Writer: Hickman, Jonathan
Artist: Dragotta, Nick
Cover Artist: Dragotta, Nick
story JONATHAN HICKMAN art NICK DRAGOTTA ‘THE DRAGON’ Death’s reign of terror over THOSE WHO RULE continues, as the forces of the END TIMES continue to work to bring about the Apocalypse. It’s the END OF THE WORLD: Someone dies, someone lives, and someone falls in love.
Format: COMIC
Price: $3.50

The Walking Dead Vol. 18: What Comes After TP

(W) Robert Kirkman (A/CA) Charlie Adlard, Cliff Rathburn
Following the events of SOMETHING TO FEAR, Rick and the other survivors accept a new way of life under Negan’s rule, but not everyone agrees.
Collects THE WALKING DEAD #103-108
Format: TRADE PAPERBACK
Price: $14.99

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Earth 2 #13

Writer: Robinson, James
Artist: Cinar, Yildiray
Cover Artist: Booth, Brett
Captain Steel debuts as the World Army sends the hero into the Fire Pits left over from the war with Apocalypse, but even Earth 2’s newest hero isn’t ready for what is hidden within the burning reminders of the conflict that killed Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman.
Variants available. Please contact your local retailer for more information.
Format: FC, 32pg., COMIC
Price: $2.99

Daredevil: End of Days #8 (of 8)

Writer: Bendis, Brian Michael
Artist: Janson, Klaus
Cover Artist: Maleev, Alex
* The stunning conclusion to Daredevil’s final story!
* The mystery of Daredevil’s final words are revealed – and Ben Urich’s life will never be the same!
* Some of the Man Without Fear’s greatest artists bring you the conclusion of his life story!
Format: LIMITED SERIES
Price: $3.99

Superior Spider-Man #11

Writer: Slott, Dan
Artist: Camuncoli, Giuseppe
Cover Artist: Camuncoli, Giuseppe
* The Spider-Slayer is scheduled for execution and Mayor J. Jonah Jameson is leaving nothing to chance. To ensure that everything goes according to plan, Jameson’s called in the one man he can trust to oversee everything-the Superior Spider-Man.
* Since the startling events of Superior Spider-Man #9, will anyone realize that things have changed…?
Format: COMIC
Price: $3.99

Thanos Rising #3 (of 5)

Writer: Aaron, Jason
Artist: Bianchi, Simone
Cover Artist: Bianchi, Simone
* The Mad Titan flees his home in search of true love.
* But how many lives will he have to take to find it?
* The book so blood-soaked you’ll be glad it’s a mini-series.
Format: LIMITED SERIES
Price: $3.99

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Kick-ass 3 #1 (of 8)

Writer: Millar, Mark
Artist: Romita, John
Cover Artist: Romita, John
Kick-Ass and Hit-Girl’s blockbuster return for the LAST EVER story arc of Mark Millar and John Romita Jr’s mega-selling series. Hit-Girl’s in jail, leaving Kick-Ass to lead the superhero team of Justice Forever. Their first mission: Bust Hit-Girl out of the clink. But superheroes have now been outlawed, leaving Kick-Ass to dodge both cops AND criminals. For the first time since donning the costume, Kick-Ass is beginning to have his doubts. Is he now in too deep to get out? The phenomenal follow-up to the Kick-Ass 2 movie coming this June. Issue #1 features six different covers by the industry’s biggest artists, all available for order. Each cover will feature a different character, and when all six covers are linked, a special message will be revealed.
Format: FC, 32pg., LIMITED SERIES
Price: $2.99

Abe Sapien Dark & Terrible #3 (of 3)

Writer: Mignola, Mike
Artist: Fiumara, Sebastian
Cover Artist: Stewart, Dave
A town cut off from the world by rampaging monsters must decide if the strange fishman in their midst signals salvation, or the end of days.
Format: LIMITED SERIES
Price: $3.50

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Adventure Time #15

Writer: North, Ryan
Artist: Paroline, Shelli
Cover Artist: Holmes, Mike
A STAND-ALONE ISSUE LEADING INTO THE NEW ARC! A PERFECT JUMPING-ON POINT FOR NEW READERS! Join Jake the Dog and Finn the Human in this totally topsy-turvy take on the land of Ooo! The best all-ages series of 2012 continues!
Variant: Chanani and Trautman covers. Consult local retailer for availability.
Format: COMIC
Price: $3.99

Herobear and the Kid Special Special #1

Writer: Kunkel, Mike
Artist: Kunkel, Mike
Cover Artist: Kunkel, Mike
THE INDEPENDENT ALL-AGES SMASH HEROBEAR AND THE KID RETURNS!
It’s Picture Day at Tyler’s school, and naturally he’s forgotten! But before Tyler can pick his good side, he has to sneak out of class with his best friend Herobear to stop an attack on the Simpleton Bridge from the mysterious Von Klon and his Sub-of-Doom! …and he better not lose his hall pass in the process. Don’t miss as creator Mike Kunkel relaunches his Eisner-award winning creation at KaBOOM! with a brand new original adventure!
Format: SPECIAL
Price: $3.99

Adventure Time: Fionna & Cake #4 (of 6)

Writer: Allegri, Natasha
Artist: Allegri, Natasha
Cover Artist: Allegri, Natasha
THE FAN-FAVORITE ADVENTURE TIME SERIES CONTINUES! The Flame Boy rescued by Fionna and Cake has a secret… The critically acclaimed new series, written and drawn by FIONNA AND CAKE creator and ADVENTURE TIME storyboard artist Natasha Allegri continues! DON’T MISS THE HOTTEST SERIES OF THE YEAR!
Variant: Dukes and Hicks covers. Consult local retailer for availability.
Format: LIMITED SERIES
Price: $3.99

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Avengers #13

Writer: Hickman, Jonathan
Artist: Deodato, Mike
Cover Artist: Yu, Leinil Francis
“EVOLUTIONARY LEAP”
* The High Evolutionary stakes his claim on the Children of the Sun.
* Hyperion learns the true cost of the decisions he’s made at the Origin Site in the Savage Land.
* The Return of techno-titan Terminus.
Format: COMIC
Price: $3.99

Avengers Arena #10

Writer: Hopeless, Dennis
Artist: Burchielli, Riccardo
Cover Artist: Johnson, Dave
Nico’s valiant stand…against Sentinel?
Format: FC, 32pg., COMIC
Price: $2.99

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Dial H #13

Writer: Mieville, China
Artist: Ponticelli, Alberto
Cover Artist: Bolland, Brian
This issue must be read to be believed! Open-Window Man tells the tale of a world of living graffiti that’s on the verge of erasure. Send up the Open-Window signal-we need a hero!
Format: FC, 32pg., COMIC
Price: $2.99

Locke & Key: Omega #5 (of 7)

Writer: Hill, Joe
Artist: Rodriguez, Gabriel
Cover Artist: Rodriguez, Gabriel
In the Drowning Cave, the black door is open at last, and for the kids trapped down there, the choice is simple: resist and die, or pass through the door and be lost forever. In the hole beneath Keyhouse the stones run with blood, the living shadows run riot, and time runs out… as Locke & Key enters its final chapters.
Format: LIMITED SERIES
Price: $3.99

Movement #2

Writer: Simone, Gail
Artist: Williams, Freddie E.
Cover Artist: Conner, Amanda
The unrest in Coral City heats up as citizens clash with the police. Which side stands to gain when super powered protestors enter the fray?
Format: FC, 32pg., COMIC
Price: $2.99

Rachel Rising #17

Writer: Moore, Terry
Artist: Moore, Terry
Cover Artist: Moore, Terry
Natalie was tragically murdered by her fianc
Format: COMIC
Price: $3.99

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Winter Soldier #19

Writer: Latour, Jason
Artist: Klein, Nic
Cover Artist: Shalvey, Declan
* High above Earth, the ELECTRIC GHOST has set a plan in motion that tears at the very fabric of reality. As the universe threatens to unravel, only THE WINTER SOLDIER can stop it – But does he even want to?
* Writer Jason Latour (Loose Ends, Wolverine) and artist Nic Klein (Dancer, Viking, Doc Savage) bring you the fiery conclusion to THE WINTER SOLDIER’S latest deadly mission!
Format: FC, 32pg., COMIC
Price: $2.99

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Batman & Robin Vol. 2: Pear HC

Writer: Tomasi, Peter J.
Artist: Gleason, Patrick
Cover Artist: Gleason, Patrick
? After the events of BATMAN & ROBIN VOLUME 1: BORN TO KILL, it’s obvious that Damian has a long way to go before he’ll be accepted into Gotham City’s crimefighting family. Will Damian ever be able to live up to the standards that Nightwing, Red Robin and Red Hood set before him?
? After a battle with the former Robins, can Damian’s convictions stand up to a confrontation with the Dark Knight’s greatest foe: The Joker?
? Collects BATMAN AND ROBIN #9-14 and 0.
Format: HARD COVER
Price: $24.99

Batman & Robin Vol. 1: Born To Kill TP

Writer: Tomasi, Peter J.
Artist: Gleason, Patrick
Cover Artist: Gleason, Patrick
The first eight issues of the hit DC COMICS – THE NEW 52 series is collected for the first time in trade paperback! Batman and Damian – the new Robin – are driven apart by the insidious Nobody!
Format: TRADE PAPERBACK
Price: $16.99

Solo Deluxe Ed HC

Writer: Cooke, Darwyn
Artist: Sale, Tim
Cover Artist: Sale, Tim
* At last, the acclaimed 12-issue series SOLO is collected, featuring the work of some of comics’ greatest creators, including Darwyn Cooke, Tim Sale, Paul Pope and so many others. With stories starring Batman, Robin, Superman, The Spectre, The Teen Titans and more, as well as westerns, war stories, science fiction epics, humor and horror, this is a collection you won’t want to miss!
* Collects SOLO #1-12.
Format: HARD COVER
Price: $49.99

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Wolverine By Claremont and Miller HC

Writer: Claremont, Chris
Artist: Miller, Frank
Cover Artist: Miller, Frank
Wolverine’s vacation from the X-Men is interrupted when he discovers that his beloved, Mariko Yashida, has been married off by her criminal father Lord Shingen! When Shingen humiliates Wolverine in front of Mariko, the hero loses heart, drowning his sorrows in beer, bar fights – and the arms of wild assassin Yukio. But when ninjas attack and betrayal strikes from a most unexpected source, can Wolverine reclaim his honor, and rescue Mariko and himself from the trap Shingen has drawn around them both? Then: The X-Men travel to Japan to rejoin their wayward teammate, but the villainous duo of Viper and the Silver Samurai want to guarantee that the mutants’ story won’t have a happy ending. It’s secrets, shockers and broken hearts in Wolverine’s legendary first solo adventure! Collecting WOLVERINE (1982) #1-4 and UNCANNY X-MEN (1963) #172-173.
Format: HARD COVER
Price: $24.99

Wolverine Origin HC New Ptg

Writer: Jenkins, Paul
Artist: Kubert, Andy
Cover Artist: Quesada, Joe
For decades, Wolverine’s shadowy past has been shrouded in mystery. But before he was the savage mainstay of the X-Men, before he was a tormented secret agent codenamed Weapon X – even before he was a barroom brawler in the wilds of Canada – he was a child. And now, in this landmark event, Marvel reveals all! The birth and childhood of sickly young James Howlett, the secrets and intrigue of his family history, the first struggle with his subconscious savagery that culminated in tragedy, and how James’ flight from everything he once knew led to the forging of the man known as Logan! Paul Jenkins and Andy Kubert, two of Marvel’s most capably acclaimed creators, unite to tell the tale that shaped mutantdom’s mightiest misfit. Collecting ORIGIN #1-6.
Format: HARD COVER
Price: $29.99

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Marvel Minimates Strange Tales Box Set

A Diamond Select Release! Designed and Sculpted by Art Asylum! It’s the most spine-tingling Marvel Minimates set ever! Supernatural Marvel characters Dr. Strange, First Appearance Blade, Werewolf by Night and Morbius the Living Vampire have banded together to take on the strange and unusual corners of the Marvel Universe. Each Minimate stands 2 inches tall with 14 points of articulation and a variety of interchangeable parts and accessories.
Format: MERCHANDISE
Price: PI