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Featured This Week Comics, Graphic Novels & Toys for 1/1

Every week PREVIEWSworld calls attention to those comics, graphic novels, and toys which stand out from all the rest. These titles from Premier Vendors and independent publishers should be at the top of your list, and can be found at your local comic shop January 1st!

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Comics

MARVEL COMICS
THOR #1
(W) Donny Cates (A) Nic Klein (CA) Olivier Coipel
A BRAND-NEW, SUPERSTAR CREATIVE TEAM TAKES THE KING OF ASGARD TO NEW REALMS OF GLORY!
The prince is now a king. All Asgard lies before Thor, the God of Thunder. And after many months of war, the Ten Realms are finally at peace. But the skies above the Realm Eternal are never clear for long. The Black Winter is coming. And the God of the Storm will be powerless before it.
Rated T+
In Shops: Jan 01, 2020
SRP: $4.99

MARVEL COMICS
STAR WARS #1
(W) Charles Soule (A) Jesus Saiz (CA) R. B. Silva
"No...I am your father."
In the wake of the events following The Empire Strikes Back, it is a dark time for the heroes of the Rebellion. The Rebel fleet...scattered following a disastrous defeat at the Battle of Hoth. Han Solo...lost to the bounty hunter, Boba Fett, after being frozen in carbonite. And after being lured into a trap on Cloud City and bested in a vicious lightsaber duel against the evil Darth Vader, Luke Skywalker...learned the horrible truth about his past. Vader did not kill Luke's father Anakin--Vader is Luke's father! Now, after narrowly escaping the dark lord's clutches, and wounded and reeling from the revelation, Luke, Princess Leia, Lando Calrissian, the Wookiee Chewbacca and the droids C-3PO and R2-D2 must fight their way back to the Rebel Alliance-for the fate of the entire galaxy is at stake! After so many losses is victory still possible?  But, what Leia, Luke and their ragtag band of freedom fighters do not realize is that they have only traded one Imperial trap for another! Enter the cunning and vengeful Imperial Commander Zahra, at the helm of the Tarkin's Will!
Writer Charles Soule (DARTH VADER) and artist Jesus Saiz (DOCTOR STRANGE) are taking us all to the galaxy far, far away next year! With covers by RB Silva (POWERS OF X)!
THE GREATEST SPACE ADVENTURE OF ALL TIME BEGINS THIS JANUARY!
Rated T
In Shops: Jan 01, 2020
SRP: $4.99

MARVEL COMICS
HAWKEYE FREEFALL #1
(W) Matthew Rosenberg (A) Otto Schmidt (CA) Kim Jacinto
When a mysterious and ruthless new Ronin starts tearing a destructive path through the city, suspicion immediately falls on Hawkeye, but Clint has more to worry about than who's wearing his old costume. After a clash with the Hood ends badly, Hawkeye gives himself a new mission that will place him in the crosshairs of one of New York's most dangerous villains. Hawkeye's mission and Ronin's secret plans will set them on a collision course that only one of them will walk away from. Fan favorite Clint Barton returns in a brand new series from Matthew Rosenberg (UNCANNY X-MEN, THE PUNISHER) and Otto Schmidt (Green Arrow).
Rated T+
In Shops: Jan 01, 2020
SRP: $3.99

DC COMICS
JOKER HARLEY CRIMINAL SANITY #2 (OF 9) (MR)
(W) Kami Garcia (A) Mico Suayan, Mike Mayhew (CA) Francesco Mattina
DC BLACK LABEL - PRESTIGE PLUS FORMAT - APPROX. 8.5" x 10.875"
Jim Gordon and the GCPD have turned to profiler Harley Quinn for assistance. She's intrigued by the level of care and detail this new, depraved serial killer is putting into his crime scenes; there must be clues to his pathology in his artful staging. His level of meticulous preparation is unusual, but will it lead to or help delay his capture?
In Shops: Jan 01, 2020
SRP: $5.99
DC PREVIEWS Page #38

DC COMICS
DETECTIVE COMICS #1018
(W) Peter J. Tomasi (A) Scott Godlewski (CA) Rafael Sandoval, Jordi Tarragona
In the aftermath of "City of Bane," the Dark Knight has found himself cold, alone, and missing one of the very foundations of his life as both Bruce Wayne and the Batman. But personal problems will have to wait-a mysterious series of deaths have been peppered throughout Gotham and it seems an element of the supernatural is at play in the form of a monstrous pagan spirit. Can Batman silence the demons within to stop the killing? Or will this silent night be for keeps?
In Shops: Jan 01, 2020
SRP: $3.99
DC PREVIEWS Page #30

DC COMICS
ACTION COMICS #1018
(W) Brian Michael Bendis (A/CA) John Romita Jr., Klaus Janson
One of the biggest Superman stories of all time continues in "Metropolis Doom" part two! War and chaos strikes the heart of Metropolis. The Invisible Mafia, Lex Luthor, and the Legion of Doom all stand their ground to take over Metropolis. Superstar writer Brian Michael Bendis reunites with comic art legends John Romita Jr. and Klaus Janson to bring you a Superman story for the ages! Guest starring the Justice League, Young Justice, and more!
In Shops: Jan 01, 2020
SRP: $3.99
DC PREVIEWS Page #17

IMAGE COMICS
(USE DEC198680) KILLADELPHIA #2 CVR A ALEXANDER (MR)
(W) Rodney Barnes (A/CA) Jason Shawn Alexander
    "SINS OF THE FATHER," Part Two
Jimmy's horrifying discoveries regarding his father's murder lead him to seek police coroner Jose Padilla's help. But when they discover the force behind Philadelphia's vampire outbreak is none other than former U.S. President John Adams, will Jimmy's investigation reveal a way to save the city, or is he just dragging Jose to hell with him?
In Shops: Jan 01, 2020
SRP: $3.99
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IMAGE COMICS
DEATH OR GLORY #8 CVR A BENGAL (MR)
(W) Rick Remender (A/CA) Bengal
Glory's cargo consists of a heavily drugged Pablo, a worried Isabelle, a very sick father, and a liver to save him-but it won't last forever. She's got a whole mess of trouble hot on her heels, and time is running out.
In Shops: Jan 01, 2020
SRP: $3.99
PREVIEWS Page #75

DARK HORSE COMICS
GRENDEL DEVILS ODYSSEY #3 (OF 8) CVR A WAGNER (MR)
(W) Matt Wagner (A/CA) Matt Wagner
Grendel Prime lands on a freezing planet and finds a stunning city made of ice, whose caretakers are long-living, intelligent creatures. Could this planet be a good home for the rebirth of humanity? And if it isn't, will Grendel Prime survive his encounter with another alien race?
In Shops: Jan 01, 2020
SRP: $3.99
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IDW PUBLISHING
TRANSFORMERS #15 CVR A PEREZ
(W) Brian Ruckley (A) Anna Malkova, Bethany McGuire-Smith (CA) Josh Perez
A conspiracy unravels. The Autobots race to restore order. Megatron reaches his breaking point and Shockwave finds himself broken. There are no more Ascenticons. There is no more Rise. There are only... The Decepticons.
In Shops: Jan 01, 2020
SRP: $3.99
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ARCHIE COMIC PUBLICATIONS
ARCHIE MARRIED LIFE 10 YEARS LATER #5 CVR A PARENT
(W) Michael Uslan (A/CA) Dan Parent
Tensions are on the rise all over both versions of Riverdale and there's only one person who can restore everything to order-Dilton Doiley! It's up to him to right all the wrongs that have happened to his friends-if they'll let him. But in Riverdale, when things are tough, there's only one true way to handle any problem-over a malt at the Chocklit Shoppe!  
In Shops: Jan 01, 2020
SRP: $3.99
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SOURCE POINT PRESS
CLASSIC PULP HORROR ONE SHOT
(W) Various (A) Various
Collected here are three vintage tales of horror and the macabre curated by Joshua Werner. Digitally remastered to their original terrifying colors and quality. This is a must-have for fans of horror and classic pulp comics!
In Shops: Jan 01, 2020
SRP: $4.00
PREVIEWS Page #352


Graphic Novels & Trade Paperbacks

MARVEL COMICS
BLACK CAT TP VOL 01 GRAND THEFT MARVEL
(W) Jed MacKay, Nao Fuji (A) Travel Foreman, More (CA) J. Scott Campbell
The Black Cat is back! Felicia Hardy has a taste for the finer things in life and a certain set of skills that can get her into any mansion, vault or museum to...procure them. But now Felicia's on the run from the New York Thieves Guild and their boss, Odessa Drake! Prepare for high-octane heists, climactic chases and twists to keep you on the edge of your seat! The Black Cat prides herself on being able to break into anywhere - but does that include Doctor Strange's Sanctum Sanctorum? In a magical place where any wrong turn might mean death, it will take an insane amount of luck just to get out alive. But getting out with the loot is even more difficult! Collecting BLACK CAT #15.
Rated T
In Shops: Jan 01, 2020
SRP: $15.99
MARVEL PREVIEWS Page #124

DC COMICS
DIANA PRINCESS OF THE AMAZONS TP
(W) Dean Hale, Shannon Hale (A/CA) Victoria Ying
Eleven-year-old Diana leads an idyllic life on the island of Themyscira. Cut off from the rest of the world, she's beginning to feel a little alone. Though she has a loving mother and many "aunties," she is an only child. In fact, she's the only child on the entire island!
After an escapade goes wrong, Diana gets in trouble for not living up to the Amazonian standard. She just can't seem to measure up no matter what she does. Every other person on the island is an adult proficient in their trade and mighty in body, while she is gangly, sometimes clumsy, and not particularly good at anything. She's not Wonder Woman...yet, anyway. What Diana needs is a friend; someone her own age whom she can talk to. But when she decides to take matters into her own hands, she encounters the unexpected!
From New York Times bestselling authors Shannon Hale (Princess Academy) and Dean Hale and artist Victoria Ying comes a heartfelt story about making mistakes, learning the hard way, and growing up to become a hero.
In Shops: Jan 01, 2020
SRP: $9.99
DC PREVIEWS Page #20

DARK HORSE COMICS
BLACK HAMMER TP VOL 04 AGE OF DOOM PART II
(W) Jeff Lemire (A) Rich Tommaso (A/CA) Dean Ormston
After learning how they got trapped on the farmworld, our heroes find themselves with everything they thought they wanted. But not everything is right just yet, and it takes the strong resolve of the new Black Hammer to get the team back together as shocking revelations change their world at every turn!
Collects Black Hammer: Age of Doom #6-12.
In Shops: Jan 01, 2020
SRP: $19.99
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DYNAMITE
JAMES BOND LIVE & LET DIE HC
(W) Van Jensen, Ian Fleming (A) Kewber Baal (CA) Fay Dalton
In this second adaptation of the Fleming novels...
Bond is sent to New York City to investigate "Mr. Big", an agent of SMERSH and a criminal voodoo leader. With no time for superstition-and with the help of his colleague in the CIA, Felix Leiter, Bond tracks "Mr. Big" through the jazz joints of Harlem, to the everglades and on to the Caribbean, knowing that this criminal heavy hitter is a real threat. No-one, not even the mysterious Solitaire, can be sure how their battle of wills is going to end...
In Shops: Jan 01, 2020
SRP: $24.99
PREVIEWS Page #186


Toys & Merchandise

DIAMOND SELECT TOYS LLC
MARVEL GALLERY 90S SPIDER-MAN PVC FIG
A Diamond Select Release! Thwip! The spaghetti webs make s comeback in this new PVC Diorama inspired by classic Spider-Man artwork of the early 90s! Leaping over a rooftop with his webline wrapped around him, this sculpture of Spidey stands approximately 8 inches tall and is case in high grade PVC with highly detailed sculpting and paint applications. Packaged in a full color window box. Designed by Caesar, sculpted by Alterton!
In Shops: Jan 01, 2020
SRP: $59.99
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DIAMOND SELECT TOYS LLC
MARVEL ANIMATED VENOM & SPIDER-MAN STATUE
A Diamond Select Release! It's a sticky situation in this new Marvel Animated Statue from Gentle Giant! Spider-Man is all wrapped up in this Venom symbiote in this approximately 6 1/2 inch resing sculpted based on official Marvel Comics artwork. The statue comes packed in a full-color window box. Sculpted by Gentle Giant Studios.
In Shops: Jan 01, 2020
SRP: $59.99
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TITAN MERCHANDISE
MY HERO ACADEMIA TITANS MINI FIG 18PC WINDOW BOX DISPLAY
From Titan Merchandise. Titan Entertainment are proud to present their all-new My Hero Acadmia 3" blind-boxed collection. One of today's hottest animes, My Hero Academia features characters like All Might, the world's greatest superhero, and these figures recreate all of your favorite characters! blind mystery box packaging.
In Shops: Jan 01, 2020
SRP: $197.82
PREVIEWS Page #1108

PANDA MONY TOY BRANDS LLC
ALTER NATION BASIC AF CS
The product of a military experiment on a remote island in the Pacific Ocean, the Alter Nation is a team of human-animal hybrid given extraordinary powers and abilities to create the ultimate soldier! Known as the GK Delta Special Forces Team, they uncover the secret conspiracy that created them while also saving a humanity that fears them! Developed by asking kids what they wanted in a new line of action figures, the Alter Nation Basic Figures include Albert VIII, team prankster; Sham, the human/chameleon hybrid spy with mixed loyalties; El Ray, the team's amphibious leader; and more! Each figure comes with accessories and is ready for action!
In Shops: Jan 01, 2020
SRP: $21.99
PREVIEWS Page #1046



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