Marvel Comics June 2022 Collection Solicitations
Marvel’s June 2022 solicitations are out and we’re here to look at the collected editions. There is a lot of great stuff here so let’s dive right in!
The Marvel June 2022 Solicitations have a nice mix of content. To start, there are plenty of exciting Omnibus Editions, with the Spider-Man 2099 Omnibus, the Savage Avengers Omnibus, and the Star Wars: War Of The Bounty Hunters Omnibus standing out. In addition to this, several comics, like Avengers By Jason Aaron, are getting their next paperback volume. Plus, as always, there are plenty of exciting Epic Collections.
- Aliens: The Original Years Omnibus Vol. 4 HC
- Collects Aliens: Fast Track To Heaven, Aliens: Colonial Marines — No Man Left Behind, Alien: Isolation, Aliens: Defiance #1-12, Aliens: Dead Orbit #1-4, Aliens: Dust To Dust #1-4, Aliens: Resistance #1-4, Aliens: Rescue #1-4, Alien: The Original Screenplay #1-5 And Alien 3: The Unproduced Screenplay #1-5 — plus material from Dark Horse Presents (2011) #12-17 and Free Comic Book Day 2016: Aliens.
- Release Date: November 1, 2022
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- Complete your ALIENS library with one final tome of terror! When Private Zula Hendricks goes AWOL to defend Earth from the xenomorphs, she faces demons from her past while fighting for her future! Engineering officer Wascylewski must use all available tools to survive an attack by the deadliest creature known to man! When their colony is evacuated, all 12-year-old Maxon and his mom have to do is make it to the spaceport — but between them and it are…Aliens! And Ellen Ripley’s daughter Amanda joins the resistance! Plus: more horrifying stories — including a twisted tale illustrated by returning ALIENS alumnus Sam Kieth!
- Spider-Man 2099 Omnibus Vol. 1 HC
- Collects Spider-Man 2099 (1992) #1-46 And Annual #1, Ravage 2099 #15, X-Men 2099 #5, Doom 2099 #14, Punisher 2099 #13, Spider-Man 2099 Meets Spider-Man, and Spider-Man 2099 Special.
- Release Date: October 25, 2022
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- Peter David’s futuristic epic, collected in full! The year 2099 is full of menace, but none so insidious as the corrupt corporations that run the world! Miguel O’Hara, his DNA rewritten in an attempt to escape his employer Alchemax, has gained amazing powers — and become the new Spider-Man! But as Miguel battles injustice in both high and low society, menaces new and familiar come calling: Venture, the Specialist, the Vulture, the mysterious Thanatos and more! The possible return of the Asgardian gods unites Miguel with 2099’s other heroes — but who is the Net Prophet? How will Spider-Man react when Doctor Doom conquers America? And what is Miguel’s connection to Venom 2099?
- Savage Avengers By Gerry Duggan Omnibus HC
- Collects Savage Avengers (2019) #0-28 And Annual #1, Uncanny X-Men (1981) #190-191 and material from Free Comic Book Day 2019 (Avengers/Savage Avengers).
- Release Date: November 1, 2022
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- Out of the Hyborian Age and into the Marvel Universe, here comes Conan the Barbarian! As the Cimmerian warrior finds his way in the 21st century, he’ll meet savage new friends more than happy to join him in battle — including Wolverine, Venom, Elektra and the Punisher! The Hand has summoned a death god from a celestial hell, and the only thing standing between Earth and destruction is Conan and those who will fight by his side. As Conan’s global journey begins, he is joined by Doctor Strange, Black Widow, Doctor Doom, Magik, Deadpool and more — but can even a whole army of Savage Avengers stand against evil wizard Kulan Gath, harnessing the awesome power of the elder god Shuma-Gorath?
- Amazing Spider-Man By Nick Spencer Omnibus Vol. 1 HC
- Collects Amazing Spider-Man (2018) #1-43, #16.HU and #18.HU-20.HU; Amazing Spider-Man: Full Circle and material from Free Comic Book Day 2018 (Amazing Spider-Man/Guardians Of The Galaxy).
- Release Date: October 18, 2022
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- Few writers have put Peter Parker through the wringer quite like Nick Spencer! His epic and sprawling run begins with an alien invasion, a troublesome doppelganger and a shocking new roommate: the villainous Boomerang! And things only get wilder from there for Spider-Man as an old romance is rekindled, a new friendship forms and J. Jonah Jameson causes a different kind of trouble as a fiercely pro-Spidey shock jock! Threats mount — including the Enforcers, Taskmaster and Black Ant, Kraven the Hunter, Electro and the new Sinister Syndicate! Carnage wreaks havoc, Spider-Man 2099 returns from the future and Black Cat does what she does best — but who is the horrifying villain lurking in the shadows?
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- Avengers By Busiek & Perez Omnibus Vol. 1 HC
- Collects Avengers (1998) #0-23, #1 Rough Cut and Annual ’98-99; Iron Man (1998) #7; Captain America (1998) #8; Quicksilver #10 and Avengers Forever (1998) #1-12.
- Release Date: October 18, 2022
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- Fan-favorite creators Kurt Busiek and George Pérez craft a new era for Earth’s Mightiest Heroes! The Avengers have always defended humanity against the forces of evil. When duty calls, these legendary champions answer, fighting valiantly for justice. But as the Avengers re-form in the wake of a life-changing event, they must face an array of foes like no other: Morgan Le Fay, the Squadron Supreme, the Kree, the Legion of the Unliving, the Thunderbolts and the Wrecking Crew — not to mention facing Kang and Immortus in the Destiny War! But when the merciless Ultron attacks, wiping out an entire nation in his hatred for mankind, the Avengers must live up to their name — if they can!
- Star Wars: Doctor Aphra Omnibus Vol. 1 HC (New Printing)
- Collects Star Wars: Doctor Aphra (2016) 1-40; Star Wars: Doctor Aphra Annual (2017) 1-3; Darth Vader (2015) 3-4, 8 21, 25; Star Wars (2015) 13, 19 31-32; Star Wars: The Screaming Citadel (2017) 1; material from Star Wars: Empire Ascendant (2020) 1.
- Release Date: October 18, 2022
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- Meet the galaxy’s most daring rogue archaeologist as she dances between the dark side and the light! Doctor Chelli Aphra’s unique skills made her of interest to none other than Darth Vader – but things went sour, and now she’s trying to keep a low profile. Which is easier said than done, since she’s traveling with two sociopathic murder-droids and a Wookie bounty hunter! But as Aphra’s archaeological escapades get more dangerous, she soon finds herself over her head. Will a growing romance with a strict Imperial officer redeem her – or destroy them both? Adventure, excitement and terror await!
- Star Wars: War Of The Bounty Hunters Omnibus HC
- Collects Star Wars: War Of The Bounty Hunters Alpha; Star Wars: War Of The Bounty Hunters #1-5; Star Wars: War Of The Bounty Hunters — Jabba The Hutt, 4-Lom & Zuckuss, Boushh And Ig-88; Star Wars (2020) #13-18; Star Wars: Bounty Hunters #12-17; Star Wars: Darth Vader (2020) #12-17, and Star Wars: Doctor Aphra (2020) #10-15.
- Release Date: November 1, 2022
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- All-out war engulfs the galaxy! Notorious bounty hunter Boba Fett has finally landed his greatest prize: Han Solo, frozen in carbonite. But Solo is about to become one highly sought-after smuggler! The rebels want their friend back, the Empire seeks revenge on one of its greatest enemies and other bounty hunters have their eyes on a big payday — but what moves will the Crimson Dawn crime syndicate make? Featuring Darth Vader, Jabba the Hutt, Luke Skywalker, Leia Organa, Valance, Doctor Aphra and more!
- X-Men: The Animated Series – The Adaptations Omnibus HC
- Collects X-Men Adventures (1992) #1-15, X-Men Adventures (1994) #1-13 and X-Men Adventures (1995) #1-13.
- Release Date: December 13, 2022
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- Exploding from your TV screen! The iconic X-Men: The Animated Series thrilled fans in the 1990s and defined the X-Men for an entire generation. And their small-screen adventures, inspired by the X-Men’s classic storylines, were adapted into comic book form as well! Cyclops, Jean Grey, Storm, Wolverine, Rogue, Gambit, Beast, Jubilee and Morph are Professor X’s Uncanny X-Men — ready to battle threats including Sabretooth, the Juggernaut and Magneto, Master of Magnetism! But when the giant, mutant-hunting Sentinels attack, one of the X-Men will pay the ultimate price! Plus: Cable and Bishop each arrive from the future, Rogue seeks a cure for her plight, Apocalypse unleashes his deadly Horsemen and more — including action-packed takes on classic stories including “Days of Future Past” and the Dark Phoenix Saga!
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- Marvel Masterworks: Ghost Rider Vol. 4 HC
- Collects Ghost Rider (1973) #36-50.
- Release Date: October 11, 2022
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- America’s favorite demon-biker is back with a whole new set of Masterworks-worthy tales! The first half of Michael Fleisher and Don Perlin’s iconic run is collected here, and they make sure there’s no rest for the road-weary Johnny Blaze. And when the Ghost Rider rears his fiery skull, a death-worshiping biker cult, a crazed nuclear scientist ready for meltdown and the soul-stealing Crimson Mage will pay for their transgressions! Then, Blaze enters into a feud with Flagg Fargo for bragging rights as America’s premier stunt cyclist. Both the mortal and demon side of the Ghost Rider have a long road ahead — and it reaches its end with issue #50 and a time-traveling team-up with the original Western Ghost Rider!
- Marvel Masterworks: The Tomb Of Dracula Vol. 2 HC
- Collects Tomb Of Dracula (1972) #12-22, Werewolf By Night (1972) #15, Giant-Size Spider-Man #1 and material from Dracula Lives #4 and #6.
- Release Date: October 18, 2022
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- Dracula’s reign of terror continues, brought to you by the fan-favorite creative team of Marv Wolfman, Gene Colan and Tom Palmer! While being pursued by Frank Drake, Rachel Van Helsing and Taj Nital, the King of the Vampires draws attention from other parties — including Jack Russell, the Werewolf by Night! What unexpected role has Dracula played in the family history of Marvel’s most famous werewolf? And it’s not just vampire hunters that Dracula must worry about in his pursuit of power: The Count has his hands full with other members of his bloodthirsty brethren, not to mention the inimitable super villain Doctor Sun! Also featuring the dire secrets of the Darkhold and the origin of Blade: Vampire Hunter!
- Iron Fist: The Shattered Sword TPB
- Collects Iron Fist (2022) #1-5.
- Release Date: August 30, 2022
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- Who is Iron Fist? Danny Rand no longer wields his legendary power. He’s just a guy who knows kung fu. So who will take Danny’s place as the Iron Fist? A new heroic legacy begins as a young warrior in great pain turns to the martial arts masters of K’un-Lun for aid — and gets far more than he bargained for! Can this lost soul balance his chi, win the favor of Shou-Lao the Undying and join a long line of champions? The world had better hope so, because a dark god is rising — and all hope of stopping him lies with the newest Iron Fist! Meanwhile, Danny is searching for his successor — and may have to cash in a favor from an old friend! But he isn’t the only one hunting the new Iron Fist! Who will find him first?
- Savage Spider-Man TPB
- Collects Savage Spider-Man #1-5.
- Release Date: August 2, 2022
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- Out of the pages of NON-STOP SPIDER-MAN comes something different…something savage! Peter Parker has gone through a horrifying transformation — one that has left him more spider than man. Far from his friendly neighborhood, the animalistic Spider-Man finds himself in a terrifying jungle — where he soon becomes the leader of a tribe of monstrous victims just like him! But with a terrifying global conspiracy on one side and the lethal Baron Zemo on the other, can a barely human Peter somehow find a way to fight to the surface? And if he does, can he face himself after all he’s done as a monster? As the truth about the Immaculatum is revealed, Peter may give in to his savage side forever.
- Silver Surfer Rebirth TPB
- Collects Silver Surfer Rebirth #1-5.
- Release Date: July 12, 2022
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- Ron Marz and Ron Lim return to the Sentinel of the Spaceways with a new tale of cosmic adventure set during their classic 1990s SILVER SURFER run! When the Reality Gem is stolen from safekeeping by an unknown antagonist, the resulting chaos attracts the attention of Thanos — and the Mad Titan seeks the aid of the Surfer to recover the gem! As reality fractures around them, Norrin must do the unthinkable and ally himself with his bitter enemy. The unlikely duo will cross paths with familiar faces — including Nebula, Jack of Hearts, Galactus and the original (and long-dead) Kree Captain Mar-Vell! But will even the awesome power of the Silver Surfer and Thanos be enough to restore order to the Marvel Universe? Or will doing so mean a galaxy where the Surfer never existed?
- Moon Knight Vol. 2: Too Tough to Die TPB
- Collects Moon Knight (2021) #7-12 and Devil’s Reign: Moon Knight.
- Release Date: August 2, 2022
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- How can Marc Spector fight someone no one knows? Out for blood, Moon Knight hits the streets armed with only a name: Zodiac! But sometimes the streets hit back — and Marc, fighting his way through the underworld to answer a question he’s barely grasped, had better watch his back! Then, when an unnatural labyrinth swallows up his people, Moon Knight faces an impossible challenge! And as an assassin infiltrates the Midnight Mission, another hidden enemy strikes where Marc is most vulnerable. Attacked on two fronts, the Fist of Khonshu is on the defensive — but that’s where he’s most dangerous! Plus: Arrested during the DEVIL’S REIGN event, Moon Knight must fight for survival in a high-tech prison filled with the very criminals he helped put away!
- Silk Vol. 2: Age of the Witch TPB
- Collects Silk (2022) #1-5.
- Release Date: July 19, 2022
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- Silk is back! Cindy Moon returns as the web-spinning spider-hero! As Silk gains popularity in the public eye, Cindy begins questioning her place in the world. But existentialism will have to wait — because a powerful new villain has been turned loose! An ancient, wicked witch is draining the life force out of young people, and Silk has to figure out how to stop her before she claims another victim. But what Cindy doesn’t know is that she is the witch’s next target! In a race against the clock to stop this evil sorceress from putting her grand plan in motion, Silk will discover the dangers of ancient Korean magic…and social media. Don’t miss the comics debut of stunning storyteller Emily Kim and the return of legendary comic artist Takeshi Miyazawa!
- Maestro: World War M TPB
- Collects Maestro: World War M #1-5.
- Release Date: August 30, 2022
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- The final chapter of Peter David’s epic prequel trilogy! A.I.M., the Pantheon and even Doctor Doom have all fallen before his might. Finally, the Maestro — the gamma-spawned tyrant once known as the Hulk — can reign over his kingdom of Dystopia with a firm green fist. But there are greater threats still lurking in the arid landscape of this ruined Earth, and even the Maestro didn’t count on the Abomination rising from the dead and forming an alliance with the Sub-Mariner and a vengeance-crazed Doom! When Emil Blonsky turns out to be just the opening salvo of a larger attack, can the Maestro continue to out-smash and outwit the forces that want him dead? Prepare for World War M!
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- Avengers By Jason Aaron Vol. 10: The Death Hunters TPB
- Collects Avengers (2018) #51-56.
- Release Date: July 19, 2022
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- Deep in the dark heart of the multiverse stands a shining watchtower. From there, the cybernetic soldiers called Deathloks are deployed to deal with grave threats to all the myriad realms that make up reality. Now, the Deathloks arrive on Earth bearing a dire warning for the Avengers – and the Death Hunt is about to begin! The Black Skull, the Ghost Goblin, young Thanos, Doom Supreme and more Multiversal Masters of Evil are coming…and, with both Asgard and Avengers Mountain under assault, powerful new allies must assemble. Welcome, Namor the Sub-Mariner and Jane Foster, a.k.a. Valkyrie! But surely Starbrand is too young to be an Avenger? Meanwhile, what is Nighthawk up to? Snakes alive, it’s the new Serpent Society! And can two versions of Jane Foster – Valkyrie and the mighty Thor – unite to save her soul?
- Elektra: Black, White & Blood Treasury Edition TPB
- Collects Elektra: Black, White & Blood #1-4.
- Release Date: August 9, 2022
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- Elektra walks the line between good and evil — with style! It’s an undisputed fact: Trained by both the vicious Hand and the benevolent Chaste, Elektra Natchios is the best assassin in the Marvel Universe! And a murderers’ row of all-star Marvel creators are here to present the proof, in glorious black and white…with lashings of blood! A dozen astonishing tales set throughout her long and lethal life illustrate her fighting skills, ninja training and sheer determination! From the mean streets of Hell’s Kitchen to the seedy back alleys of Madripoor — and even farther afield — prepare to see Elektra in a whole new light…taking on ninjas, vampires and worse on the larger-than-life pages of a Treasury Edition!
- X-Men By Gerry Duggan Vol. 2 TPB
- Collects X-Men (2021) #7-12.
- Release Date: August 2, 2022
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- Doctor Stasis makes his deadliest move yet — and Captain Krakoa is born! But what secrets lie at the heart of the newest mutant hero? Then, M.O.D.O.K. takes aim! The X-Men have faced many foes over the years, but few have had a face as big as this one. And as the Quiet Council of Krakoa, the Great Ring of Arakko and the Central Column of Orchis each make vital decisions that will affect their people for years to come, the X-Men find themselves caught in the crossfire — with an old enemy waiting to strike! Plus: On a rare day off, the women of the X-Men head out for the hottest action in the galaxy: Gameworld! But if it’s true that the house always wins, our X-Ladies might be in over their heads.
- Reign Of X Vol. 14 TPB
- Collects X-Factor (2020) #10, Way Of X #3, Children Of The Atom #6, Marauders (2019) #22 and X-Men (2021) #1.
- Release Date: July 19, 2022
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- Tragic endings and new beginnings in the Reign of X! X-Factor faces an eventful night at the Hellfire Gala as secrets are revealed — and a fatal discovery is made. The morning after, Nightcrawler deals with the hangover — and tries to root out the evil working to destroy Krakoa! But did any of the Children of the Atom make it to the biggest party of the year? When the truth finally comes out about these heroic teens, they face a heartbreaking goodbye — maybe forever! And as the flames of Hellfire past come licking at the heels of the Inner Circle, a new blockbuster era begins. The first elected team of X-Men is here — and they intend to save the world!
- X-Cellent Vol. 1: Hereditary-X TPB
- Collects Giant-Size X-Statix #1 and X-Cellent #1-5.
- Release Date: August 9, 2022
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- They were cherished by their adoring fans. They were reviled by the harsh press. They lived, they loved, they fought, and they died…a lot…all for the sake of fame. They were the X-Statix, a team of mutant celebrities fighting for a brighter world and an even brighter spotlight! But they’re old news now, because there’s a new mutant team that will live harder, love harder, fight harder and die a whole lot harder than those has-beens! Peter Milligan, Michael Allred and Laura Allred return to introduce the best new super hero team you didn’t know you needed! Meet…the X-Cellent! But as the long-thought-dead Zeitgeist recruits new members for his smash-hit mutant phenomenon, will they turn out to be team players — or the latest in a long line of adversaries?
- Sabretooth: The Adversary TPB
- Collects Sabretooth (2022) #1-5.
- Release Date: August 9, 2022
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- The island nation of Krakoa has ushered in a bright new era for mutantkind — paradise after years of persecution. But even mutants must deal with monsters in their midst, and Victor Creed is perhaps the worst. One of the first acts of the Krakoan Quiet Council was to exile the savage Sabretooth to the pit beneath Krakoa, locked away in an endless darkness for his countless crimes against both mutants and humans. Now, you’re about to find out what Sabretooth has been up to since he was banished — and it’s not what you expect! And when he welcomes five more mutants to his own private hell, are they ready for what they’ll find? No, they are not. Can these exiles find a way to stop fighting each other and start working together…on a way out?
- The Thing: The Next Big Thing TPB
- Collects The Thing (2021) #1-6.
- Release Date: August 23, 2022
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- Renowned storyteller Walter Mosley brings his signature style to Yancy Street’s favorite son! This sweeping saga of the ever-lovin’ blue-eyed Thing will range from the urban sprawl of Manhattan’s back alleys to the farthest reaches of the cosmos! A lonely evening and a chance encounter (or is it?) send Ben Grimm embarking on an unexpected sojourn — where he must battle foes both old and new! But as the Thing fights and fights to rescue his newfound love, Amaryllis, from the seemingly unstoppable Brusque, there’s more going on than meets the eye! Featuring characters drawn from all throughout the Marvel Universe, “The Next Big Thing” is here to remind audiences why the Thing is one of the most popular and beloved characters in the history of comics!
- Marvels Snapshots TPB
- Collects Sub-Mariner: Marvels Snapshots, Fantastic Four: Marvels Snapshots, Captain America: Marvels Snapshots, X-Men: Marvels Snapshots, Avengers: Marvels Snapshots, Spider-Man: Marvels Snapshots, Civil War: Marvels Snapshots, and Captain Marvel: Marvels Snapshots.
- Release Date: July 26, 2022
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- Celebrate the history of the House of Ideas! Curator Kurt Busiek and an awesome assemblage of talent present a series of tales featuring some of Marvel’s greatest heroes – as seen through the wide eyes of ordinary residents of the Marvel Universe! From the Sub-Mariner fighting in World War II to the dawn of the Marvel Age to the very different conflict of the superhuman Civil War, witness the lives, loves and losses of the everyday people caught up in the adventures of Spider-Man, Captain America, the Avengers, Captain Marvel and more! These unique perspectives include those of henchmen, first responders, old flames and even a teenage pre-Cyclops Scott Summers!
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- Black Panther: The Saga of Shuri & T’Challa TPB
- Collects Black Panther (2005) #2, Black Panther (2009) #1-6, Klaws Of The Panther #1-4, Black Panther (2016) #1 and #8-11 and Black Panther: Long Live The King #3-4.
- Release Date: August 2, 2022
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- Shuri’s incredible journey! T’Challa’s genius sister always believed she was destined to be the Black Panther. And when T’Challa unexpectedly falls, Shuri may get her chance — if she can survive it! While T’Challa recuperates, Shuri must prove herself worthy by braving the deadly Panther rituals. Though when their father’s killer, Ulysses Klaw, returns with a plot that will spill blood from the Savage Land to New York, Shuri must turn to some unexpected allies for help! Then, when disaster strikes, it’s T’Challa’s turn to fight for Shuri — but a journey through the Wakandan spirit plane will soon change her forever. Plus: Sister and brother unite to face the monstrous threat of the White Gorilla Cult!
- Star Wars: Bounty Hunters Vol. 4: Crimson Reign TPB
- Collects Star Wars: Bounty Hunters #18-22.
- Release Date: August 9, 2022
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- In the shocking wake of the WAR OF THE BOUNTY HUNTERS, the underworld has become more dangerous than ever. T’onga has assembled the greatest squad of bounty hunters in the galaxy — including Bossk, Zuckuss and Tasu Leech — for a special mission! But as T’onga grieves the loss of an old friend, can she keep this ragtag band from killing each other long enough to become a real team? Hopefully so — because with the Crimson Dawn organization leading the galaxy into all-out war, they’re running out of time to save the one young girl who can stop the conflict between syndicates! Meanwhile, a mysterious bounty hunter is out to assassinate a high-ranking Imperial officer in a daring hit on a heavily armed cruiser. But have they been given the right target? Featuring 4-LOM and Dengar!
- Star Wars: The Halcyon Legacy TPB
- Collects Star Wars: The Halcyon Legacy #1-5.
- Release Date: September 6, 2022
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- For 300 years, the Halcyon has been the preeminent cruise ship in the galaxy. Republics and an Empire have risen and fallen, but this luxury space vessel has been a constant — despite a bumpy ride or two. Now, learn the incredible, centuries-long story of the ship at the heart of the sensational Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser hotel at Walt Disney World! In the High Republic era, can the ship withstand a Nihil attack? During the Halcyon’s time as a flying casino, Aurra Sing gambles her life! In the days of the Old Republic, Anakin and Padmé infiltrate the ship on a secret mission! Lando and Hondo find themselves on a collision course in the Halcyon’s halls! And as the ship runs afoul of the First Order, can a Resistance spy complete their dangerous assignment?
- Avengers Epic Collection: Kang War TPB
- Collects Avengers (1963) #129-149, Giant-Size Avengers #2-4 and material from FOOM #12.
- Release Date: July 19, 2022
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- Throughout his AVENGERS run, Steve Englehart slowly built the mysterious Mantis into one of ’70s Marvel’s most intriguing characters. Here, her tale reaches its cosmic climax in a saga spanning space and time: “The Celestial Madonna!” When Kang the Conqueror arrives, the action begins. Before it’s over, Kang, Rama-Tut and Immortus will have you time-twisted in two. And that’s just for starters! The origin of the Vision is revealed, and he and the Scarlet Witch wed! Then, the Avengers put out a call for new members. Beast, Hellcat and Moondragon join — while Captain America, Yellowjacket and the Wasp return. Each will be tested in a second war with Kang and the Squadron Sinister! It’s a classic conflict that teams the Avengers with the heroes of the Old West!
- Doctor Strange Epic Collection: Infinity War TPB
- Collects Doctor Strange, Sorcerer Supreme #34-47 and Annual #2, Silver Surfer (1987) #67 and Spider-Man/Dr. Strange: The Way To Dusty Death.
- Release Date: August 2, 2022
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- From here to Infinity! As Earth’s heroes reckon with Thanos and his universe-altering Infinity Gauntlet, Doctor Strange takes on vital mystical missions to bolster their forces — but will his greatest threat be Doctor Doom or the inscrutable Adam Warlock? Stephen is attacked by his old friend the Silver Surfer and his old foe Nightmare — before the full horror of the gathered Lords of Fear is unleashed! Then, the Doctor enlists in the Infinity War — and crosses paths with Galactus! An urgent quest leads Strange and his allies into encounters with the godlike entities Agamotto and Cyttorak — and don’t forget Cyttorak’s champion, the unstoppable Juggernaut! Plus: Wolverine, Spider-Man, the Scarlet Witch, a reunion of the dynamic Defenders and more!
- Power Man and Iron Fist Epic Collection: Hardball TPB
- Collects Power Man and Iron Fist (1978) #108-125.
- Release Date: July 26, 2022
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- Is this the end of a beautiful friendship? The original POWER MAN AND IRON FIST series races to its conclusion as the duo faces a rematch with old foes Nightshade, Discus, Stiletto, the Eel and Man Mountain Marko. But who is Captain Hero? And what does this powerhouse want from Luke Cage? Iron Fist shares a team-up with the Falcon at Project PEGASUS — where there’s a murderer on the loose! And Cage is recruited to take on the terrorist group named Control-7! But why is Danny Rand suddenly old and dying? And if he can somehow return to K’un-Lun to be healed, what will be the terrible price? As the Dragon King’s brother attacks and Iron Fist sees red, tragedy will tear apart the Heroes for Hire!
- Daredevil Epic Collection: It Comes With The Claws TPB
- Collects Daredevil (1964) #234-252.
- Release Date: August 9, 2022
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- Daredevil takes on all comers! The Man Without Fear faces the maniac without pain: the irrepressible Madcap! But that’s just a warmup for DD’s rematch with one of his most powerful foes: Mister Hyde! And the hits just keep coming as Klaw, Master of Sound, makes some noise, Chance tries his luck and the savage Sabretooth crosses Daredevil’s path right in the middle of the Mutant Massacre! Plus: DD’s old flame, the Black Widow, returns — but will Matt seize a second chance at life with Karen Page instead? Meanwhile, Hell’s Kitchen has more than its fair share of crime to fight — but why is Daredevil trading blows with Black Panther and Wolverine? And can a billy club stand up to adamantium claws?
- Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Empire Vol. 7 TPB
- Collects Star Wars: Blood Ties #1-4, Star Wars: Blood Ties — Boba Fett Is Dead #1-4, Star Wars: Empire #1-4, Star Wars: Underworld — The Yavin Vassilika #1-5, Free Comic Book Day: Star Wars 2013 and material from Star Wars Tales #1-2, #6 and #16.
- Release Date: July 12, 2022
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- The Empire rules the galaxy — but for how long? When high-level Imperial officers plot to overthrow the Emperor, Vader must stop them — with the help of Boba Fett! Meanwhile, when a survivor of Fett’s very first mission surfaces, Fett must choose whether to help him — or finish the job! And when Fett is seemingly killed, his child and her mother become unwitting targets. Plus: Other bounty hunters have become interested in a very special prize Fett wants for himself, with a scheme that draws the attention of scoundrels Han Solo, Chewbacca and Lando Calrissian!
- Star Wars Legends Epic Collection: The Menace Revealed Vol. 3 TPB
- Collects Star Wars (1998) #36-45, Star Wars: Jedi Quest #1-4, Star Wars: Jango Fett and Star Wars: Zam Wesell.
- Release Date: August 2, 2022
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- The Stark Hyperspace War! The Jedi Council have revealed their part in a sensitive conflict from the past — but what role did Obi-Wan’s recently deceased mentor, Qui-Gon Jinn, play? Meanwhile, Obi-Wan must confront his feelings about Qui-Gon’s death if he is to train his own new apprentice, Anakin Skywalker! Elsewhere, the double-dealing Villie Grahrk boasts of a recent encounter with the Jedi Council — but will anyone believe him? Either way, Villie’s path is about to cross with the Jedi again as Aayla Secura reunites with her former teacher Quinlan Vos in their deadliest adventure yet! And legendary bounty hunters Zam Wesell and Jango Fett clash as they each try for the biggest score of their lives. Who will walk away?
- Fantastic Four Epic Collection: The Mystery of the Black Panther TPB
- Collects Fantastic Four (1961) #52-67 and Annual #4-5 and material from Not Brand Echh #1 and #5.
- Release Date: August 9, 2022
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- Stan Lee and Jack Kirby unveil yet another unmatched Marvel milestone: the debut of the world’s first African super hero, the Black Panther — and his kingdom of Wakanda! And that’s just the start of it all as the Thing goes toe-to-toe with the Silver Surfer, the Human Torch takes on his 1940s namesake and the FF must face Doctor Doom — who’s armed with the Silver Surfer’s Power Cosmic! Plus: Experience another instant classic with the first appearances of Blastaar, the alien Kree, Ronan the Accuser, Sentry 459 and that spaghetti-headed wonder, the Supreme Intelligence! And if all that wasn’t enough, the utopian scientists of the Enclave unleash the golden being called Him — the man who will one day become known as Adam Warlock!
- Fantastic Four Epic Collection: The New Fantastic Four TPB (New Printing)
- Collects Fantastic Four (1961) #347-361 and Annual #24 and material from Marvel Holiday Special #1.
- Release Date: July 19, 2022
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- The Fantastic Four, like never before! With Reed, Sue, Ben and Johnny out of commission, a new FF assembles: Spider-Man, Wolverine, Ghost Rider and the Hulk! But what monstrous threat could bring these heroes together? And how are the Mole Man and the Skrulls involved? Maybe the real FF can help figure all that out! Then, the one, true Doom returns — and a time-jumping battle for the ages with Mister Fantastic ensues! Did we say time? Uh-oh, better hope nobody tells the Time Variance Authority! The Thing battles the Wrecker before a fantastic new era begins — and a stunning revelation rocks the marriage of Johnny Storm and Alicia Masters! Plus: the New Warriors, the Guardians of the Galaxy and a Miracle on Yancy Street!
- Captain America Epic Collection: Hero Or Hoax? TPB (New Printing)
- Collects Captain America (1968) #139-159.
- Release Date: July 26, 2022
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- It’s a new direction for the red-white-and-blue Avenger! When the city’s police officers begin to disappear, Captain America takes a job as one of New York’s finest! There are also larger-than-life villains — from the Grey Gargoyle to Hydra to the Red Skull — providing plenty of opportunity for Cap to swing that shield! And speaking of S.H.I.E.L.D., Nick Fury’s spy shop is here too — and they’ll be fighting both for and against Cap! Meanwhile, the Falcon has a surprise encounter with two familiar — and anything but friendly — faces that will change Captain America’s life forever. It’s the shock of the year as Cap discovers that while he was frozen in the Arctic, there was a second Captain America and Bucky! Now they’re back — and they’re fighting mad!
- Fantastic Four By Jonathan Hickman: The Complete Collection Vol. 4 TPB
- Collects Fantastic Four (1998) #605-611 and #605.1 and FF (2011) #17-23.
- Release Date: August 2, 2022
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- Jonathan Hickman’s groundbreaking run comes to an explosive end! First, explore the future and the past: Witness the Fantastic Four of the year 3030 and learn the secret history of Marvel’s First Family! Then, follow the team on a journey through an alien landscape as a life hangs in the balance! And when the fallout from the Kree-Inhuman war threatens galactic peace, how will it affect Ronan and Crystal? Meanwhile, the Panther God decides the fate of T’Challa. Who will be the Black Panther? And the kids of the Future Foundation explore the farthest reaches of the Marvel Universe, from Wakanda to the Negative Zone! But when the Wizard returns to claim his “son” Bentley-23, the Fantastic Four and the Future Foundation must join forces to save him!
- X-Men: First Class – Mutants 101 GN-TPB
- Collects X-Men: First Class (2006) #1-8 and X-Men: First Class Special.
- Release Date: July 26, 2022
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- Professor X’s first students as you’ve never seen them before! Class is in session as Cyclops, Marvel Girl, Angel, Beast and Iceman learn what it means to be X-Men — and find their place in the emerging Marvel Universe! Spring Break in Florida may sound fun, but fighting for survival against the Lizard in the Everglades isn’t what they had in mind! Uncanny encounters await for the young mutants with Doctor Strange, Thor and the alien, shape-shifting Skrulls! But when the Brotherhood of Evil Mutants strikes, will the team be beaten — or bewitched? And on an expedition into one of the world’s deadliest jungles, not even the mutant mind of Charles Xavier can guide them safely. No, this mission requires…a Gorilla Man! Enjoy first-class adventures starring the original X-Men!
- Mighty Marvel Masterworks: The X-Men Vol. 2: Where Walks the Juggernaut GN-TPB
- Collects X-Men (1963) #11-19.
- Release Date: August 2, 2022
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- Covers by MICHAEL CHO & JACK KIRBY The X-Men blend super hero action, teen angst and a potent metaphor for the turbulent issues of the ’60s into one powerful package! And in this volume, Stan Lee and Jack Kirby finished laying the foundation for what would later become comics’ biggest franchise! Experience the unstoppable Juggernaut’s devastating debut and learn his shocking connection to Professor X! Plus: Thrill to the first appearances of the cosmic Stranger, the power-copying Mimic, and — in a classic three-part saga — the mutant-hunting robots known as the Sentinels! And for good measure, it’s all topped off with the return of Magneto and his Brotherhood of Evil Mutants — and a devastating attack on the X-Men’s school! They’re mutant milestones one and all!
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