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Spider-Woman #1 Sells Out & Returns With New Printing

swoman1_2ndMarvel is pleased to announce Spider-Woman #1 has sold out at Diamond (though copies may still be available at retail level) and will return with Spider-Woman #1 Second Printing Variant! Award winning writer Brian Michael Bendis and collaborator Alex Maleev bring readers a tale of vengeance when Jessica Drew is recruited by S.W.O.R.D. agent Abigail Brand and sent to the deadliest corner of the Earth. Spider-Woman finally gets a chance at revenge on the people who ruined her life! Spider-Woman #1 Second Printing Variant features the stunning interior art of Alex Maleev on the cover!

“[A]n interesting, logical take on this damaged and complex character.” – Brian Joel, IGN.com

“Alex Maleev delivers the pretty…” – Charles Webb, ComicsBulletin.com

“Maleev’s art here is very good as he uses pages well and chooses his images carefully.” – Chad Nevett, ComicBookResources.com

Marvel urges retailers to check their orders on Spider-Woman as the series continues to sell out and draw mainstream media attention! Where will Jessica Drew head next? Will her new job give her hope—or doom her forever? Find out in Spider-Woman #1 Second Printing Variant.

SPIDER-WOMAN #1 SECOND PRINTING VARIANT (AUG098112)
Written by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS
Pencils & Cover by ALEX MALEEV
Rated T+ …$3.99
FOC—10/22/09, On-Sale—11/11/09

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Preview: Dark Reign: The List – Hulk!

Hulk Smash Osborn in Dark Reign: The List – Hulk!

drhulkcovNorman Osborn knows making The Hulk angry probably wasn’t the best idea, but he never considered the ramifications of ticking off Skaar! In Dark Reign: The List – Hulk, the strength of Skaar and the brains of Banner will be put to the test as they find themselves on The List! Bruce Banner isn’t the Hulk anymore, but that’s not stopping him! Incredible Hulk scribe—and New York Times Best-Seller—Greg Pak and artist Ben Oliver join forces as the new Green Goliath and Banner go up against Osborn and his crew in Dark Reign: The List – Hulk.drhulkvar

The critics cannot stop buzzing about Greg Pak’s return to the Incredible Hulk:

“It’s action-packed and it features some quality characterization of Banner and Skaar.” – Jesse Schedeen, IGN.com

“I think any fan of the Hulk will be happy picking this one up.” – Brandon Borzelli – Comiclist.com

Marvel urges retailers to check all orders of Dark Reign: The List as it continues to generate buzz among fans. Will Skaar SMASH just like Dad or will Osborn get the best of The Hulk’s son? Find out in Dark Reign: The List – Hulk!

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DARK REIGN: THE LIST – HULK (AUG090452)
DARK REIGN: THE LIST – HULK HERO CHO VARIANT (JUN098446)

Written by GREG PAK
Pencils & Cover by BEN OLIVER
Rated A …$3.99
FOC—10/1/09, On-Sale—10/21/09

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Dark Reign: The List – Daredevil Sells Out and Returns with a Second Printing!

drdd_2ndMarvel is pleased to announce that Dark Reign: The List – Daredevil has sold out at Diamond (though copies may still be available at retail level) and will return with Dark Reign: The List – Daredevil Second Printing Variant! Red hot scribe Andy Diggle (Thunderbolts) begins his run on the critically acclaimed Daredevil with a jaw-dropping special featuring the art of superstar artist Billy Tan! Matt Murdock is now leader of the dreaded Hand, but he may not be able to make the sacrifices they require to take control of this dangerous group of assassins! Norman Osborn sends Bullseye to terminate Daredevil, but when DD’s arch foe is done, nothing will ever be the same! Dark Reign: The List – Daredevil Second Printing Variant features a brand new cover by Tan!

Critics and fans are raving about Dark Reign: The List – Daredevil:

“[Daredevil] has some spectacular places to go moving forward… Dark Reign: The List – Daredevil is a good, solid read.” – Bryan Joel, IGN.com

“Well-conceived and brilliantly executed.” – Doug Zawisza, ComicBookResources.com

“Andy Diggle has a solid take on Matt Murdock… the writer is going to explore some interesting ideas in his forthcoming run on Daredevil.” – David Wallace, Comicsbulletin.com

Marvel urges retailers to check their orders on all Dark Reign: The List issues, as the one shots continue to generate significant critical acclaim and quick sell outs. Who is the mysterious assassin framing Matt Murdock for murder? How will Daredevil wield the Hand? Find out all the answers in Dark Reign: The List – Daredevil Second Printing Variant!

DARK REIGN: THE LIST – DAREDEVIL SECOND PRINTING VARIANT (AUG098028)
Written by ANDY DIGGLE
Pencils & Cover by BILLY TAN
Rated T+ …$3.99
FOC—10/08/09, On-Sale—10/28/09

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