Preview: Iron Man: Director S.H.I.E.L.D #33

War Machine, Weapon of S.H.I.E.L.D., Joins Secret Invasion!

With Iron Man occupied in the Savage Land, the Skrulls may think they’ve eliminated their armored opposition, but War Machine is out to prove them wrong in this must-read Secret Invasion tie-in! Iron Man: Director S.H.I.E.L.D #33, from acclaimed Thunderbolts writer Christos Gage and fan favorite artist Sean Chen (Nova), kicks off “War Machine: Weapon on S.H.I.E.L.D,” which redefines War Machine’s place in the Marvel Universe as a result of Secret Invasion… and setting the stage of his upcoming ongoing series! A major new chapter in Tony and Rhodey’s history begins right here!

With Secret Invasion and related tie-ins selling out quickly at Diamond, and a lead in to the hotly anticipated War Machine series, Marvel urges retailers to check their orders on Iron Man: Director S.H.I.E.L.D #33. It’s time for the Skrulls to say hello to Tony’s not-so-little friend!

IRON MAN: DIRECTOR OF S.H.I.E.L.D. #33 (JUL082326)
Written by CHRISTOS GAGE
Penciled by SEAN CHEN
Cover by ADI GRANOV
Rated T+ …$2.99
FOC—8/28/08, On-Sale—9/17/08

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Preview: Skaar: Son of Hulk #3

The Son Of Hulk, Continues to Unleash His Fury!

He's the son of the jaded giant, born on a war torn planet, and destined to smash! Prepare for destruction and survival and get ready for more action in Skaar: Son of Hulk #3! Join critically acclaimed writer, Greg Pak (Incredible Hulk, Incredible Hercules, World War Hulk), to see what happens when Skaar, son of Hulk, is confronted by Princess Omaka, the Hero Protector of Imperia! With mind blowing interiors from fan-favorite artist, Ron Garney (Wolverine, Amazing Spider-Man), Skaar will have to learn how to play nice and join forces with the beautiful and deadly Princess Omaka in order to save the fleeing refugees from Axeman Bone’s ruthless barbarians! Plus, an all-new second story penciled by legendary artist Butch Guice!

Ryan Broussard of Comixtreme.com raves, “This seems like a perfect combination of Hulk meets Conan the Barbarian… I think this book is in great hands, Pak’s, and I look forward to see where he goes with it… I think this book will have big characters and big fights.”

Paul Brian McCoy of ComicsBulletin.com proclaims, “Skaar: Son of Hulk is an interesting beast of a comic… I just want to recommend trying it and letting it breath and grow… It's sort of a barbarian story machine…The art works… It creates a very raw look that connects very effectively to the emotional core of the story.

Will Skaar and Princess Omaka tear each other apart before they save the fleeing refugees? What does Axeman Bone have in store for the barbaric gamma-rayed beast? Find out the answers to these questions and more in this incredible new series! Don’t dare miss Skaar: Son of Hulk #3!

SKAAR: SON OF HULK #3 (JUN082383)
Written by GREG PAK
Pencils by RON GARNEY & BUTCH GUICE
Cover by RON GARNEY
Rated T+ …$2.99
FOC—8/7/08, On-Sale—08/27/08

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And Unto the HULK, a SON Is Born!

SKAAR: SON OF HULK #1 (APR082270)
Written by GREG PAK
Penciled by RON GARNEY
50/50 Covers by RON GARNEY & CARLO PAGULAYAN
Variant Cover by JULIE BELL
32 PGS./Rated T+…$2.99
ON-SALE TODAY!

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Skaar: Son Of Hulk Preview Unveiled At Aint-It-Cool!

One of the season’s most anticipated new launches is almost here, as Skaar: Son Of Hulk #1 arrives in stores this Wednesday. But if you want a ten-page sneak peak of this incredible new ongoing series, all you have to do is head over to Aint-It-Cool-News at http://www.aintitcool.com/node/37019! How did Skaar survive? Is there any force in the universe that can stop him from conquering? All these answers and more come straight from acclaimed writer Greg Pak (architect of World War Hulk) and red-hot penciller Ron Garney (Wolverine)!

The beginning of the next big chapter in the Hulk mythos arrives in Skaar: Son of Hulk #1!

For more on the Hulk, check out Hulk Month at http://www.marvel.com

SKAAR: SON OF HULK #1 (APR082270) SKAAR: SON OF HULK #1 BELL VARIANT (APR082271) Written by GREG PAK
Pencils & 50/50 Cover by RON GARNEY
50/50 Variant Cover by CARLO PAGULAYAN
Variant Cover by JULIE BELL
Rated T+ …$2.99
On-Sale—6/11/08

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Skaar, The Son Of Hulk, Has Arrived to SMASH!!

Born in fire, raised by monsters and destined to rule — The Son Of Hulk is here! This June, Skaar: Son Of Hulk #1 smashes its way into Marvel history, as World War Hulk architect Greg Pak and red hot Wolverine artist Ron Garney present the next major chapter of the Hulk mythos! Born of the Hulk and a warrior princess, Skaar survived the destruction of his home planet and has arrived on an alien planet shattered by war—but will he unite the people or destroy them all? This new ongoing series is perfect for Hulk fans new and old, featuring all the action, intrigue and smashing you’ve come to expect—along with insight into one of Marvel’s most important new characters!

This issue also features three can’t miss covers, as Garney presents a vicious vision of Skaar on a 50/50 cover, while fan favorite Carlo Pagulayan presents an iconic look at the Hulk’s son on the second 50/50 cover to Skaar: Son of Hulk #1! But if that weren’t enough, renowned fantasy artist Julie Bell provides a special, top secret variant cover to the issue that will rock the Hulk’s world!

With interest in the Hulk at an all time high thanks to his upcoming film, Marvel urges retailers to check their orders on Skaar: Son Of Hulk and all Hulk related comics & collections! It’s time for the Hulk’s son to SMASH!

For more on the Hulk, check out Hulk Month at http://www.marvel.com

SKAAR: SON OF HULK #1 (APR082270)
SKAAR: SON OF HULK #1 BELL VARIANT (APR082271)
Written by GREG PAK
Pencils & 50/50 Cover by RON GARNEY
50/50 Variant Cover by CARLO PAGULAYAN
Variant Cover by JULIE BELL
Rated T+ …$2.99
FOC—5/22/08, On-Sale—6/11/08

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Preview: Incredible Hercules #117

Hercules & The God Squad Join Secret Invasion!

With Secret Invasion in full swing, Hercules’ sister Athena has banded together a sacred group of deities to face the imminent Skrull threat! Incredible Hercules #117, a tie-in to the red-hot Secret Invasion event, gives you a front row seat to a battle of divine proportions. In this issue, the critically acclaimed writing team of Greg Pak and Fred Van Lente unveil the premiere appearance of the all new GOD SQUAD, including fan-favorite Snowbird! With pencils from the rising star Rafa Sandoval and a stunning cover by John Romita Jr., Klaus Janson and Dean White, this issue is sure to make your eyes pop.

Brian Joel of IGN states that “Herc is one of the most consistently enjoyable and well-done books on the stands today.”

Marvel urges retailers to check their orders on Incredible Hercules and all other Secret Invasion tie-ins as they continue to sell out at Diamond and as fans continue to ask “Who do you trust?”

Can the GOD SQUAD protect the Marvel Universe from the “Sacred Invasion”? How will the master tactician, Amadeus Cho, fit into this epic equation? And is one of them a Skrull?! Find out the answers to these questions and more in the action-packed Incredible Hercules #117!

INCREDIBLE HERCULES #117 (MAR082211) (SI)
Written by GREG PAK & FRED VAN LENTE
Penciled by RAFA SANDOVAL
Cover by JOHN ROMITA JR., KLAUS JANSON & DEAN WHITE
Rated A …$2.99
FOC—5/1/08, On-Sale—5/21/08

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Preview: Hulk vs. Hercules: When Titans Collide

INCREDIBLE! HERC VERSUS HULK!

Hulk smashes Hercules. Hercules clobbers Hulk. Well, just who is stronger - the Green Goliath or the Lion of Olympus? The critically-acclaimed creative team behind Incredible Hercules look to answer that question in a mammoth-sized one-shot Hulk vs. Hercules: When Titans Collide.

Following the events of the first arc of Incredible Hercules, Hercules and Amadeus Cho hit the road and along the way, the Prince of Power reveals a never-before seen story of him going against ol' Green Scar himself -- the Incredible Hulk! And this story sets up themes for the upcoming "Sacred Invasion" story beginning in May's Incredible Hercules #117 that you won't want to miss.

In reviews for Incredible Hercules, Comixtreme.com has said Greg Pak and Fred Van "have done an amazing job at crafting this story" and Khoi Pham's artwork has been called "truly incredible" as the title continues to rack up great reviews from a bevy of online press.

Plus, this one-shot features a classic Hulk and Hercules brawl from Tales to Astonish #79 filled with even more smashing, crashing, mashing and lashing (and probably a lot of property damage). Both heroes have both been called "Incredible," but just who will win take the title when Hulk and Hercules go nose-to-nose in Hulk vs. Hercules: When Titans Collide?

HULK VS. HERCULES: WHEN TITANS COLLIDE (FEB082227)
Written by GREG PAK & FRED VAN LENTE
Art by KHOI PHAM
Cover by MARKO DJURDJEVIC
Rated A…$3.99
FOC - 4/3/08, On-Sale - 4/23/08

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Preview: Incredible Hercules #116

The Incredible Hercules Battles The Eternals!

One of Marvel’s most critically-acclaimed series continues in Incredible Hercules #116 as Hercules and Amadeus Cho must deal with the revelation that Earth is headed towards a war it may not survive! Written by Greg Pak (World War Hulk) & Fred Van Lente (Wolverine: First Class), with art by hot new talent Rafa Sandoval and a cover by the legendary John Romita Jr, this issue sets the stage for next month’s Secret Invasion tie-in. Sent to San Francisco on a mission of grave importance, Marvel’s newest heroic duo come face to face with Eternals… well, make that fist to face! But is Hercules really an Eternal? Or might he be something more alien?

IGN.Com declared Incredible Hercules one of Marvel’s best books, gushing, “Everything about Incredible Hercules has been pitch perfect.”

“Once again, Pak and Van Lente have delivered the goods, with yet another excellent script which proves that this team is one of the best writing teams that Marvel currently employs,” exclaimed Adam Chapman of Comixtreme.Com.

With Secret Invasion looming on the horizon, how does this titanic battle between Herc and the Eternals affect the former Avenger’s role in this epic event? Find out in Incredible Hercules #116!

INCREDIBLE HERCULES #116 (FEB082226)
Written by GREG PAK & FRED VAN LENTE
Penciled by RAFA SANDOVAL
Colored by MARTE GARCIA
Cover by JOHN ROMITA JR., KLAUS JANSON & DEAN WHITE
Rated A …$2.99
FOC—3/27/08, On-Sale—4/16/08

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Preview: Incredible Hercules #115

Will Amadeus Cho Choose Good or Evil In Incredible Hercules #115?

After the injuries to Amadeus Cho’s coyote pup at the hands of S.H.I.E.L.D. agents, the world’s seventh smartest person has implemented his most deadly idea yet — destroying S.H.I.E.L.D.! In Incredible Hercules #115, from the critically acclaimed team of co-writers Greg Pak (World War Hulk) & Fred Van Lente (Wolverine: First Class), and artist Khoi Pham, comes the greatest challenges Hercules may have ever faced! Not only must he try to sway Cho from crossing a line from which he can never return, but Herc’s brother — Ares, God of War — kicks their feud into high gear. Just what more could Ares do to enrage and injure his brother? Just wait till you see what happens in this jaw-dropping conflict! This issue is also available with a stunning regular cover by Art Adams and a variant by Marko Djurdjevic!

An IGN.Com Editor’s Choice, reviewer Bryan Joel exclaimed, “Incredible Hercules is something of a miracle book. It's been by and large hailed as a surprising joy and critical success, landing inside in the top 20 on the sales charts… Some really first-class stuff here,” further declaring the book “a remarkable achievement.”

“This is well worth the time and money,” said Paul Brian McCoy of ComicsBulletin.Com. “I recommend this highly. It is, without a doubt, one of the best books Marvel is putting out at the moment.”

Now that Cho has been able to get into the S.H.I.E.L.D mainframe, what’s his next move? We’ve seen what Hercules is capable of in battle, but is Ares enough to take him down? All these questions and more are answered in the action packed Incredible Hercules #115!

INCREDIBLE HERCULES #115 (JAN082150)
INCREDIBLE HERCULES #115 DJURDJEVIC VARIANT (JAN082151)
Written by GREG PAK & FRED VAN LENTE
Penciled by KHOI PHAM
Colored by STEPHANE PERU
Cover by ART ADAMS
Variant Cover by MARKO DJURDJEVIC
Rated A …$2.99
FOC—2/28/08,On-Sale—3/19/08

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When Gods Clash…

...Hercules Must Battle The Eternals!

INCREDIBLE HERCULES #116
Written by GREG PAK & FRED VAN LENTE
Penciled by RAFA SANDOVAL
Cover by JOHN ROMITA JR.
Rated A …$2.99
FOC—3/27/08, On-Sale—4/16/08

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