New Releases by Phil Hester

For years, archaeologist turned superhero Ray Randall has aided Inter-Nation in their quest to make the world a safer place as the one and only Birdman! But when a group of ancient gods reemerge to destroy everything in their path, Birdman must choose between following them or fighting them for the fate of the planet. Can Birdman and his falcon companion, Avenger, find out who’s behind this resurrection before it’s too late? Don’t miss the first part of this epic three-issue adventure!

A daring new vision of the iconic pulp hero Green Hornet by trailblazing filmmaker Kevin Smith (Clerks, Chasing Amy)! When a mysterious figure brutally and publicly murders his father, frivolous playboy Britt Reid Jr. inherits the legacy and mantle of Century City''s greatest protector! Aided by his father''s longtime ally, Kato, and an all-new, high-kicking female sidekick, the Hornet takes to the streets on a mission of justice. Presenting, for the first time ever, the complete comic book adaptation of Smith''s unproduced Green Hornet screenplay, plus an explosive bonus storyline of the reimagined Green Hornet and Kato, courtesy of Phil Hester and series artist Jonathan Lau. High-octane action, drama, and humor, as only Kevin Smith can deliver!

The weed of crime, which once grew madly in the rich soil of the Great Depression, is now withering on the streets of New York. A new factory has sprung up among the shuttered sweatshops, sweeping the city''s most notorious criminals and desperate lowlifes into its employ. When The Shadow''s loyal operative Jericho Druke infiltrates the works, he finds it run by a fascist, technocratic madman bent on fomenting the racial tensions that threaten to shatter the United States. The Shadow and his team must destroy this Factory of Death before its lethal product poisons a nation. Features exclusive digital content!

DEATHSTROKE’S LAST STAND! Slade Wilson, the unstoppable mercenary known as Deathstoke, has left more than his fair share of bodies in his wake. And now one of them has come back to return the favor. Five years ago, Deathstroke left his former partner Wardell Chambers for dead on a contract gone wrong in Kahndaq. Now calling himself Lawman, Chambers has returned, this time with the power to bend minds to his will, manipulating everyone around Slade in an elaborate game of deception in order to exact his revenge. With the lives of his children, Rose and Jericho, at stake, Slade is forced to form an alliance with the last person he ever thought possible-none other than Ra’s al Ghul, leader of the League of Assassins. But Ra’s al Ghul never makes a move without an ulterior motive… Caught between the League of Assassins on one side and an army of mercenaries led by Lawman on the other, there’s only one question left for Deathstroke to answer: Who will be the last killer standing? From writer James Bonny (THE SAVAGE HAWKMAN) and artists Tyler Kirkham (TEEN TITANS) and Paolo Pantalena (RED HOOD/ARSENAL), DEATHSTROKE VOL. 4: FAMILY BUSINESS brings the baddest villains in the DC Universe to the ultimate showdown! Also including DEATHSTROKE ANNUAL #2 by GREEN ARROW scribe Phil Hester, this volume collects issues #17-20 and a special preview of DEATHSTROKE: REBIRTH #1!

Turok, Dinosaur Hunter. Magnus, Robot Fighter. Solar, Man of the Atom. The Mighty Samson. The legendary heroes whose adventures have thrilled comic book readers for over half a century are back, only this time they all share the same time and the same world - ours! Each warrior wrestles with the perils of the twenty-first century, but a greater evil is approaching, one that will unify the legendary champions in a struggle destined to change each forever.

Since the dawn of mankind, the enigmatic Steward has guided mankind''s destiny in solitude. The Steward journeys through time--from war-torn ancient China to the chaos of Y2K--he discovers that he''s not the only immortal shaping human history. An alluring being known as Kestus will change his existence in ways he never thought possible.

Le groupe de super-héros le plus puissant de l''univers, constitué des super-héros créés par Robert Kirkman autour d''Invincible, reviennent dans sa version personnelle de la Justice League et des Avengers. Les plus grands super-héros de l''univers sont confrontés aux pires menaces pour leur dernière apparition dans leur propre série, alors qu''ils célèbrent un mariage : Red Eye contrôle Rio de Janeiro depuis sa prison dorée, et n''entend pas s''arrêter là. Mais la terrible Ligue des Lézards risque bien de parvenir à dominer le monde, sans que les pouvoirs combiner des Gardiens soient suffisants pour l''arrêter...

The Odyssey" concludes as Wonder Woman comes face-to-face with the malevolent force behind it all. But the only way to defeat her nemesis may be to become her! Is Diana strong enough to control a force that seeks vengeance on all mankind, or will the warrior within her condemn her to a life of eternal bloodshed? Final issue!

After her fight and flight, Wonder Woman returns home. But what starts as a night to herself quickly derails into a deadly hunt for her life! "The Odyssey" part 5 by Eisner Award-winning writer J. Michael Straczynski!

Diana''s conflict with The Morrigan takes an unexpected turn when unlikely allies help her discover her true role as Wonder WomanÑbut Cheetah and company stand between Diana and her final test. ''The Odyssey'' part 10.

In a near-death vision, Diana experiences the power of Dr. Psycho, but is he foe or friend? Wonder Woman''s intensely trippy story continues as hints of her ''normal'' reality continue popping up in unexpected ways! ''The Odyssey'' part 9.

The mystery of Wonder Woman''s warped world deepens in ''The Odyssey'' part 7! As her enemies lay siege to her home and sisters, Diana traverses the Labyrinth to face the Minotaur and discover the purpose of The Morrigan''s bid against her.

It''s classic Wonder Woman versus the new one in a battle for the fate of Wonder Woman''s world! "The Odyssey" part 13.

Can Diana defeat the powerful forces that destroyed her entire reality? And even if she wins, she could still lose everything! ''The Odyssey'' part 12.

Wonder Woman faces off against new versions of her classic foes: the Cheetah, Giganta and Artemis! However, even Diana cannot face three of her greatest foes alone. Which shocking ally must come to her aid? Find out in ''The Odyssey'' part 8!

Wonder Woman battles the might of the Huntsman in the sixth part of ''The Odyssey!'' Meanwhile, a trio of familiar faces makes an appearance and sets off on a quest to kill the Amazon Princess.

Who is behind Diana''s altered reality? Who made the world forget that she is Wonder Woman? Who wants the Amazons dead? And, most important, why? The answers start to come right here! ''The Odyssey'' part 11.

With their universe being torn apart, Turok, Magnus, Samson, and Solar are lured by Dr. Spektor into a strange dimension where only the ultimate sacrifice will be enough to preserve reality. Do not miss the soul-searing climax to this critically acclaimed series!

The legendary heroes Magnus, Turok, Solar, and Samson are bound by a monumental tragedy and drawn to the author of the chaos consuming their lives, the enigmatic Doctor Spektor. Is he friend, foe, or both? The breakneck series hurtles toward its mind-bending climax!

When the son of a powerful drug warlord is assassinated by a mysterious costumed hitman known only as The Balkan, Deathstroke is hired by his family to take revenge! But who is The Balkan? And what is his endgame? Find out in a stunning annual you wonÕt want to miss!

Magnus fights for his life against a horde of killer robots. Samson confronts a terrifying beast beneath New York. Dr. Solar unleashes her power. Turok suffers a devastating loss. And all four heroes discover the walls of their reality crumbling under the attack of a specter from their past.

The Gold Key universe is here! A sinister force casts its shadow over our world, from Turok''s dinosaur game preserve, to Samson''s metropolitan slums, to Dr. Solar''s African relief mission, to Magnus'' war-torn duty station. Will this unseen hand unite the legendary heroes, or divide them? Story by Eisner-nominee Phil Hester (Green Arrow, Wonder Woman, Mythic) and art by sensational newcomer Brent Peeples (Last of the Greats, Green Hornet: Legenderry)!

Turok, Dinosaur Hunter. Magnus, Robot Fighter. Solar, Man of the Atom. The Mighty Samson. The legendary heroes whose adventures have thrilled comic book readers for over half a century are back, only this time they all share the same time and the same world – ours! In this breakneck first issue, each warrior wrestles with the perils of the twenty-first century, but a greater evil is approaching, one that will unify the legendary champions in a struggle that will change each forever. Join Eisner-nominated writer Phil Hester (Wonder Woman, Green Arrow, The Bionic Man) and rising star artist Brent Peeples (Last of the Greats, Legenderry: Green Hornet) for the latest and greatest chapter in the Gold Key saga.

Three horror ditties to chill the summer air. In "Betrothed," by Joe R. Lansdale and Rick Burchett, a desperate man goes to the cemetery with a shovel and thoughts of marriage. In "Fumes," by BREATHTAKER''s Mark Wheatley and Marc Hempel, a cocky corporate polluter pays through the nose for his crimes against nature. And in "Peeping Bob," by Colin Raff and James Romberger, a voyeur sees more than he bargained for as he is drawn into a bizarre game played by his neighbors.

This oversized hardcover is jam-packed with gorgeous artwork and captivating stories from today''s heavy hitters in both mainstream and indie comics. Greg Pak and Tom Raney deliver a poignant tale of police officer returning to duty thanks to a

Vampirella first appeared on the scene in 1969 and quickly became a fixture of comics, horror and pop culture! Now, Dynamite Entertainment proudly presents a special, over-sized issue celebrating those heady days with a who’s who from their roister of all-star writers and artists! Just look at this line-up: Nancy Collins joined by artist Fritz Casas, Eric Trautmann joined by painter Brett Weldele, Phil Hester joined by artist Jethro Morales, Mark Rahner joined by artist Colton Worley, and David Walker joined by artist Aneke! Each presents a special tale showcasing the best of the former horror hostess from Drakulon!

An all-new series taking place the world of smash-hit TV show The Flash! Follow the adventures of Barry Allen as he struggles to balance his job as a police crime scene investigator, his unrequited crush on Iris West (who also happens to be his boss'' daughter) and his new life as Central City''s guardian angel. Collects THE FLASH SEASON ZERO #1-12.

Holy warrior, unholy war. The Breeder and his monstrous offspring have been defeated, but the mysterious Wound has set his sights on The Anchor''s companion, Hofi. The Anchor must choose between finally learning the truth about his past or saving the life of the one he loves. The perfect jumping-on point for anyone who failed to get aboard the comic book juggernaut that is The Anchor! Collects issues #5-8.

Holy warrior, unholy war. Freak of nature, beast of burden, medieval prizefighter, Viking raider - God''s own leg-breaker. One thousand years ago a hulking outcast sought refuge in the crumbling ruins of an ancient monastery and offered in return the one thing he had to give - his fists. Transformed into an immortal warrior monk to stand at the gates of Hell itself and keep our world free from its invading armies, The Anchor was mysteriously tricked into centuries of slumber. But today, this holy warrior must rise again to battle all the unholy monsters unleashed during his slumber! Cataclysmic action, quirky humor, and profound pathos, for fans of HELLBOY and THE GOON. Brought to you by Eisner Award-nominated writer/artist Phil Hester (GREEN ARROW, SWAMP THING, THE COFFIN) and fan-favorite artist Brian Churilla(REX MUNDI, THE ENGINEER, CREEPY).

Collects INVINCIBLE UNIVERSE #7-12 The greatest heroes on the Invincible Universe take on their greatest threats: Red Eye, the Lizard League, and...marriage?!