New Releases by Christopher Priest

The “Dark World” saga concludes as Draculina’s self-made astral prison collapses around her while she battles against the deadly menaces generated from her own subconscious — including a murderous Dark World “Vampirella” and the lion-like king of a horde of deadly mutated creatures! Her only (and unlikely) ally? The undead immortal who claims to be her father — Dracula! Legendary comics author CHRISTOPHER PRIEST and acclaimed artist IVÁN F. SILVA bring their latest chapter in the ongoing adventures of the Daughters of Drakulon to a close in Vampirella #674 — appropriately immortalized with covers from LUCIO PARRILLO, ELIAS CHATZOUDIS, SORAH SUHNG, and cosplay by RACHEL HOLLON!

"Dying from a deadly plague, Draculina has taken refuge within the astral plane known as the “Dark World” — only to find herself pursued by monsters created from her own childhood imagination! With her escape route blocked by a Dark World “Vampirella” formed from her own hateful imagination, the two sisters’ dark and twisted bond is explored in depth as Draculina struggles to tame the destructive impulse of her own psyche. Comics legend CHRISTOPHER PRIEST and acclaimed artist IVÁN F. SILVA bring the Daughters of Drakulon head to head in Vampirella #673 — artfully enhanced by covers from LUCIO PARRILLO, ELIAS CHATZOUDIS, SORAH SUHNG, ERGÜN GÜNDÜZ, and cosplay by RACHEL HOLLON!"

Inconsolable grief hardens into unstoppable fury in Vampirella/Dracula: Rage, as Vampirella tracks the cultists who threaten her son across Europe and America, unsettling political and economic alliances and unraveling the global network of the baby’s father — Dracula! In a macabre exchange of norms, it is Dracula, the Lord of Vampires, who now hunts the elusive Vampiri in an effort to save Vampirella from herself — or, more precisely, to save her from becoming just like him. Bookending Vampirella/Dracula: Unholy and Vampirella: Year One, this climactic, take-no-prisoners tale from acclaimed author CHRISTOPHER PRIEST and celebrated artist CHRISTIAN ROSADO brings Vampirella’s conflict with the Prince of Darkness to its ultimate conclusion — and marks an unprecedented turning point for the Daughter of Drakulon! Collects Vampirella/Dracula: Rage #1-6.

In a desperate effort to save her own life, Vampirella’s evil twin Draculina has retreated into the astral plane known as “The Dark World” — a holodeck-style realm that responds to her worst fears — where she finds herself trapped in the Warren-era New York City of 1969, pursued by bloodthirsty creatures of her own creation and arrested by the only cop left alive in the city. Left without options, Draculina is forced to turn to Vampirella, her most hated enemy, for help! Legendary comics scribe CHRISTOPHER PRIEST and internationally renowned artist IVÁN F. SILVA present a walk on the wild side for the Daughters of Drakulon with Vampirella #672 — aided and abetted by cover artists LUCIO PARRILLO, ELIAS CHATZOUDIS, SORAH SUHNG, ERGÜN GÜNDÜZ, and cosplay by RACHEL HOLLON!

Collects Deadpool (1997) #34-45, Black Panther (1998) #23, Wolverine (1988) #154-155, Heroes Reborn: Remnants, Fight-Man #1 And Material From Wolverine Annual ''99. Acclaimed writer Christopher Priest''s entire DEADPOOL run in one book! What happens when Deadpool crosses paths with royalty? Watch the madness unfold as the Merc with a Mouth learns what it''s like to cavort with two of Marvel''s mightiest monarchs - of the Asgardian and Wakandan varieties! But when Loki gives Wade Wilson the handsome face of a movie star, will it be a blessing…or a curse? Domestic bliss is unlikely when Deadpool starts rooming with Constrictor and Titania - and when Taskmaster hires Wade to train a group of his super-villain-wannabe students, he assigns them the ultimate test: taking over an orbiting space station! Plus: Katanas clash with claws when Deadpool battles Wolverine! And the unlikely heroes of Counter-Earth, the Remnants, must battle their former leader…Deadpool?! But why does everybody hate Fight-Man?

Vampirella’s hateful, self-absorbed twin is back in a brand-new collection, and this time she finds that her Vampire Privilege is failing her as Vampirette, her preteen other-self, has become a literal mirror image of the life she could have had — and the person she could have become — if she wasn’t, y’know, Draculina. Also: Lilith has returned, and the meddling vampire/mom from Hell is determined to reunite her estranged daughters — unaware that Levi, a murderous sea creature, intends to crash the family reunion! Collects all six issues of the series written and illustrated by the horrifyingly talented CHRISTOPHER PRIEST and MICHAEL STA. MARIA!

In this issue’s panel-busting adventure, simian arch-villain Mojo Jojo lures Blossom, Bubbles, and Buttercup to the park for a super-powered throwdown. But rather than doing battle, he plants micro-devices on their adorable little necks instead — clever little gizmos that will let him sneak inside their dreams and learn their secret combat strategies! DANG YOU AND YOUR DEVICES, MOJO JOJO! Will these high-tech hijinks finally give Mojo the edge over the Powerpuff Girls’ innate, Chemical X-enhanced goodness? Find out in issue #2’s page-turning tale “What Dreams May Come!” from Eisner-winning superstar writer KELLY THOMPSON (Birds of Prey, Scarlet) and acclaimed artist KAREN S. DARBOE (Blade) — featuring unstoppable cover cuteness from DARBOE, LEONARDO ROMERO, PAULINA GANUCHEAU, NICOLETTA BALDARI, and KEN HAESER!

Following the shattering events of issue #670, Draculina is compelled to switch realities with her evil alternative self Katie, and is imprisoned in the astral plane known as “The Dark World” — where she is hunted through the streets of 1969 New York City by malicious creatures she herself created as a child! The Dark World, which responds to the subconscious of those trapped within it, has produced a hell of Draculina’s own making. But one of the living constructs who seem to exist only to torment her may hold the key to her survival! Written by comics legend CHRISTOPHER PRIEST and illustrated by special guest artist IVÁN F. SILVA, Vampirella #671 opens a dark new chapter for the Daughters of Drakulon — and features appropriately atmospheric covers from LUCIO PARRILLO, ELIAS CHATZOUDIS, CARLA COHEN, ERGÜN GÜNDÜZ, and cosplay by RACHEL HOLLON!

u003cpu003eVampirella has finally gotten everything she wants in life - love, community, purpose - only to realize that it’s all a lie. Now she has to make the hardest decision she’s ever faced: she can either restore reality and lose everything and everyone she loves, or embrace the lie and take the consequences - no matter how dire they may be. One way or the other, life will never again be the same for the Daughter of Drakulon! u003cpu003eMaster comics craftsmen CHRISTOPHER PRIEST and Ergün Gündüz crank up the tension - and take another step closer to the historic issue 700 - in Vampirella 670, complemented by covers from LUCIO PARRILLO, ELIAS CHATZOUDIS, CARLA COHEN, and cosplay by RACHEL HOLLON!u003c/pu003e

In chapter Four of “Beyond,” the truth strikes home as Vampi finally realizes that reality as she has known it has been radically changed — for the better! Having now discovered the source of this universe-wide retcon, she is challenged to engage an old enemy in order to return everything to normal. But the question is: should she? The celebration of Vampirella’s sixth decade in comics — and the countdown to issue #700 — picks up speed with Vampirella #669, crafted by the acclaimed creative team of CHRISTOPHER PRIEST and ERGÜN GÜNDÜZ, and featuring timeless new covers from LUCIO PARRILLO, ELIAS CHATZOUDIS, and CARLA COHEN!

REDISCOVER THE BEGINNINGS OF A LEGEND! Critically acclaimed European artist ERGÜN GÜNDÜZ rejoins legendary writer CHRISTOPHER PRIEST for an expanded reimagining of Forrest J Ackerman’s classic origin story in Vampirella: Year One, collecting all six issues of the original series. With framing sequences set in the present day illustrated by GIOVANNI TIMPANO, the story explores the exotic world of Drakulon, the pressures that caused Vampirella to leave, and her first days on Earth, beginning with the day of the Apollo moon landing in 1969. Lost, alone, unable to speak or read our language, Vampirella makes her first friends (Pantha, Pendragon) and runs afoul of new enemies in this multifaceted period piece that revisits the turbulent world of the original 1970s Warren stories!

After repeatedly dying then waking up to relive the same day, Vampirella finally cracks the mystery of her temporal prison by assembling clues from the tormenting visions she had thought were just recurring nightmares. Armed with this new awareness, the Daughter of Drakulon discovers the key to restoring her “real” reality: make sure she’s not murdered again! Acclaimed author CHRISTOPHER PRIEST and fan-favorite artist ERGÜN GÜNDÜZ shift the celebration of Vampirella’s six decades in comics into high gear with Vampirella #668 — continuing the series’ legacy numbering that reflects all of Vampi’s previous appearances in print, and featuring timeless new covers from LUCIO PARRILLO, ELIAS CHATZOUDIS, and CARLA COHEN!

Has Vampirella cheated fate? That''s the question our interstellar vampire faces as she unites in unholy matrimony with the man who would be DRACULA! The honeymoon begins! The adventure of several lifetimes begins as Vampirella and new husband Matt journey to Castle Dracula in Transylvania in an attempt to cheat fate by preventing both a high-tech virus and an ancient curse from using Matt''s body to resurrect the deadliest threat the world has ever known. Meanwhile secrets and mystery grow around Vampi''s spouse, who may not be nearly as innocent as he appears to be. Join us for Vampirella''s next tale, by twice-bitten writer Christopher Priest and bloodthirsty artist Donny Hadiwidjaja!

The only thing worse than being trapped on a packed subway train during a power outage is being trapped on a packed subway train during a power outage with a rage-obsessed vampire hunting you for the murder of her son. Will Vampirella endanger the lives of hundreds of innocents to achieve her vengeance — and, if so, can Dracula arrive in time to save her from herself?

To celebrate the start of Vampirella’s sixth decade in comics, CHRISTOPHER PRIEST and ERGÜN GÜNDÜZ continue their legendary run on the series with a mind-bending new story that launches with the landmark issue #666 — restoring the legacy numbering for the title that will continue going forward, reflecting all of Vampi’s previous appearances in print. The road to #700 starts here! This explosive tale opens with a bang as Vampirella is murdered by a mysterious blonde woman who looks exactly like her — only to awaken, alive again and surrounded by her husband, friends, and pseudo-superhero mom Lilith. All seems normal and right with the world, except for her nagging suspicion that none of it actually is — and the fact that she keeps being murdered, over and over, by that strange blonde! Strap in for our weirdest yarn yet as “Beyond” takes everyone’s favorite space vampire into a whole new world — one that she herself may have created! Featuring jaw-dropping cover art by LUCIO PARRILLO, FELIPE MASSAFERA, CARLA COHEN, ERGÜN GÜNDÜZ, and RACHEL HOLLON cosplay, this milestone 40-page issue also includes “Sanctuary,” Priest’s classic 6-page wordless story from 1999’s Vampirella Monthly #19, illustrated by ALAN DAVIS!

ONE CHILD, TWO DESTINIES… Who is the daughter of Lilith of Drakulon? Is she a streetwise runaway human preteen, or is she Vampirella’s deadly siren nightstalker evil twin? Two souls linked by a reality-jumping demon struggle for control of their own destiny as DRACULINA, Lilith’s first and most beloved daughter, is brought into Vampirella’s reality. Linked to an alternate version of herself by a cursed candle which warps reality when lit, Draculina is swapped with her other possible “self,” a tough homeless kid struggling to make it on her own while being constantly drawn into Draculina’s schemes. Establishing a secret identity for herself as “River East”, high-profile socialite daughter of the missing and presumed dead Lilith Ogden Eastaughffe, Draculina presses forth with a secret, evil agenda of bloody retribution against everyone who’s ever done her wrong, with only Katie—her alt-self-standing between her and her deadly goals. DRACULINA is a wild, fast-paced ride through the literal reverse sensitivities of our altruistic Vampirella, brought to you by Vampi scribe CHRISTOPHER PRIEST and VENGEANCE OF VAMPI artist MICHAEL STA. MARIA! Buckle up for one dark, wild ride! Collecting DRACULINA: 90 HOURS IN SAN FRANCISCO #1-6. “STELLAR DISPLAY OF ART FROM STA. MARIA AND NUNES” - Comical Opinions

When a routine Justice League mission goes awry, Superman must make a 20 year journey home. But he feels like a stranger when he returns to a world where no time has passed at all. After Superman is called away on a routine Justice League mission, Lois Lane awakens to find a complete stranger standing in her living room. The Man of Steel, home much sooner than expected, reveals he has, in fact, been lost in space for 20 years. Nothing and no one seem familiar to him anymore. The timeless bond between them has been severed...or has it? Can love conquer all? As Superman struggles to re-enter his life on Earth, follow the story of his epic 20-year Odyssey home.

As Dracula strives to save Vampirella from the dark fate that has cursed him, the crew of a crippled Eastern European submarine finds themselves trapped between the U.S. Navy hunting them from above and an enraged, bloodthirsty Vampirella hunting them on board!

When a big-box retailer announces that it’s abandoning a small-town location after driving all of the local stores out of business, residents stage a demonstration against the callous destruction of their region’s economy. But their lock-in protest takes a dark turn when the townsfolk realize they’ve trapped themselves inside the warehouse-sized store with an angry vampire who has come to avenge the murder of her child. Can Dracula and Victory stop Vampirella from becoming like the monsters she is hunting?

WHO WILL BE THE LAST DRACULINA LEFT STANDING? "Blood Simple" reaches its crimson climax with Draculina and Vampirella fighting for their lives within the astral plane known as "The Dark World," where Draculina also confronts a shocking vision of her future. Meanwhile, in the "real" world, Draculina''s two "alternate selves" - Katie, the preteen Vampirette, and Lilith''s protege, Victory - find themselves caught up in a literal holy war between demons and angels. Which Draculina (if any) will survive?

THE FINAL ACT OF CHRISTOPHER PRIEST’S EPIC VAMPIRELLA SAGA KICKS INTO HIGH GEAR! After being told that her baby had died at birth, Vampirella discovers her son is actually alive but has been stolen by a nihilist cult who believe the newborn to be a carrier of “The Dracula Virus.” Meanwhile, the Lord of Vampires himself seeks out the help of Victory, Vampirella’s former lover, as he remains several frustrating steps behind Vampi while she hunts down the cultists. The angry new mother will stop at nothing to get her son back — and wreak terrible vengeance on those who took him!

The mystery of Draculina’s father is revealed to be part of an ancient feud between demons and angels while four (count ‘em) distinct visions of Draculina, including Katie the Vampirette and Vampirella’s ex-girlfriend Victory, become caught in a tangled web of Vampiverse unreality that pushes O.G. Draculina to the very brink! Is Draculina worth saving and will she stop being a PITA long enough for someone to actually save her?

Guest-starring Vampirella! The family reunion from hell escalates with Vampi being drawn into her sister’s evil scheme. Arriving in Los Angeles to stop Draculina’s serial killing of Vampi look-alikes, Vampi finds herself caught in the blood war between fallen angels and the demon Belial, for whom Vampi’s mother Lilith gave birth to a legion of monsters. All of the children of Lilith—Draculina, Vampirella, the sea creature Levi and “adopted” children Victory and Vampirette—have been marked for death by this host of vengeful angels (The original Hell’s angels...?), which suits Draculina’s nihilistic scheme just fine!

At Last, Vampirella''s Baby Is Born! Our series looking at unrevealed secrets from Vampirella''s past comes to a head with Vampi, alone and not knowing how to speak any known human language, encountering The Mad God Chaos and discovering Earth has no interstellar capability and her rescue mission was a one-way trip! Spiraling into depression, Vampi is forced to make this strange world her home. Meanwhile, in the present day, Vampi''s pregnancy comes to an unexpected climax! From the people who brought you deadly chemicals in our drinking water, Christopher Priest and Ergun Gunduz!

Collects Power Man and Iron Fist (1978) #108-125. 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!

A petty thief who called himself John Smith was arrested in 1877, for theft through fraudulent behaviour. He was convicted and sent to prison. In 1852, Adler and Adolf Beck''s father died on a glacier, and their lives separated. One became a respected climate scientist; the other a globally renowned opera singer, or so he claimed. They remained in touch, to share details of the mysterious voices only they could hear. In 2050, Charles Ramsey also has a twin. Greg is a climate journalist. Charles used to be a police profiler, but his redundancy leads to him being sent home with an experimental chip in his head. His brother urges him to explore a little-known aspect of their family history. All these people are connected, impossibly, inexorably. All their lives will intersect. And the climate of their world will keep on changing.

One child, two destinies: who is the daughter of Lilith of Drakulon? Is she a streetwise runaway human preteen, or is she Vampirella’s deadly siren nightstalker evil twin? Two souls linked by a reality-jumping demon struggle for control of their own destiny as Draculina, Lilith’s first and most beloved daughter, is brought into Vampirella’s reality and linked to an alternate version of herself by a cursed candle which warps reality when lit, swapping Draculina with her other possible “self”—a tough homeless preteen struggling to make it on her own while being constantly drawn into Draculina’s schemes. Establishing a secret identity for herself as “River East”, high-profile socialite daughter of the missing and presumed dead Lilith Ogden Eastaughffe, Draculina presses forth with a secret, evil agenda of bloody retribution against everyone who’s ever done her wrong, with only Katie—her alt-self—standing between her and her deadly goals. Draculina is a wild, fast-paced ride through the literal reverse sensitivities of our altruistic Vampirella, brought to you by Vampi scribe Christopher Priest and Vengeance of Vampi artist Michael Sta. Maria! Buckle up for one dark, wild ride!

The honeymoon begins! The adventure of several lifetimes begins as Vampirella and new husband Matt journey to Castle Dracula in Transylvania in an attempt to cheat fate by preventing both a high-tech virus and an ancient curse from using Matt’s body to resurrect the deadliest threat the world has ever known. Meanwhile secrets and mystery grow around Vampi’s spouse, who may not be nearly as innocent as he appears to be. Join us for this new series debut by twice-bitten writer Christopher Priest and bloodthirsty artist Donny Hadiwidjaja!

RED MASS is here!!!! Can Vampirella cheat fate? That’s the question our interstellar vampire faces as she unites in unholy matrimony with the man who would be DRACULA! Yes, you read that right. Don’t miss the WEDDING OF THE CENTURY as Vampi forges a bond in blood to save the life of an innocent man. And, unlike certain other weddings, this one will actually happen! PLUS: It’s the FINAL ISSUE of the series! Yes, you read that right. CHRISTOPHER PRIEST and ERGÜN GÜNDÜZ epic 25 issue journey comics to its conclusion! (or does it?) So check the registry, clean your tuxedo and save the date, ‘cause only Vampi could end her 50th anniversary celebration with a wedding!

All good thigs must come to an end, and that includes the saga of Sacred Six! Leviticus, agent of the City of Sacred, is hellbent (get it?) on destroying the monsters and other undead denizens of Ashthorne, but the Six may have something to say about that. Meanwhile, the mystery of the Gardener is revealed and a member of the Six must forever silence her conscience—or her teammates! CHRISTOPHER PRIEST and FRITZ CASAS’ epic comes to a dramatic close, but also raises the question: is an ending ever TRULY an ending?