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Get a look at Iron Man like you’ve never seen him before! Marvel is proud to unveil the stunning Iron Man By Design variant covers by some of the top artists of today!

“We’re excited to show fans a whole new side of Iron Man” said David Gabriel, Senior Vice-President of Sales & Circulation. “Taking our inspiration from some of the most exciting eras, art styles, inventions – you name it!—in history, the Iron Man By Design variant covers are just the beginning of the exciting Iron Man product hitting stores throughout the year!”

Marvel urges retailers to check their orders on these hotly-anticipated variant covers, as Iron Man continues to garner mainstream media buzz! No Marvel fan can miss April’s Iron Man By Design variant covers!

VENGEANCE OF THE MOON KNIGHT #7 (FEB100542)
VENGEANCE OF THE MOON KNIGHT #7 IRON MAN BY DESIGN VARIANT (FEB100543)
Written by GREGG HURWITZ
Penciled by TAN ENG HUAT
Cover by MIKE CHOI
IRON MAN BY DESIGN VARIANT by ADI GRANOV
Parental Advisory …$2.99
FOC—3/11/10, On-Sale—4/7/10

UNCANNY X-MEN #523 (FEB100542)
UNCANNY X-MEN #523 IRON MAN BY DESIGN VARIANT (FEB100543)
Written by MATT FRACTION
Penciled by TERRY DODSON
Cover by ADI GRANOV
Variant Cover by DAVID FINCH
IRON MAN BY DESIGN VARIANT by MIKE PERKINS
Rated T+ …$2.99
FOC—3/11/10, On-Sale—4/7/10

AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #628 (FEB100478)
AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #628 IRON MAN BY DESIGN VARIANT (FEB100479)
Written by ROGER STERN
Pencils & Cover by LEE WEEKS
IRON MAN BY DESIGN VARIANT by MIKE DEL MUNDO
Rated A …$2.99
FOC—3/18/10, On-Sale—4/14/10

DAREDEVIL #506 (FEB100501)
DAREDEVIL #506 IRON MAN BY DESIGN VARIANT (FEB100502)
Written by ANDY DIGGLE & ANTHONY JOHNSTON
Penciled by MARCO CHECCHETTO
Cover by PAOLO MANUEL RIVERA
IRON MAN BY DESIGN VARIANT by MIKE DEL MUNDO
Rated T+ …$2.99
FOC—3/18/10, On-Sale—4/14/10

DEADPOOL TEAM-UP #894 (FEB100468)
DEADPOOL TEAM-UP #894 IRON MAN BY DESIGN VARIANT (FEB100469)
Written by IVAN BRANDON
Penciled by SANFORD GREENE
Cover by HUMERTO RAMOS
IRON MAN BY DESIGN VARIANT by GREG TOCCHINI
Parental Advisory …$2.99
FOC—3/18/10, On-Sale—4/14/10

NEW MUTANTS #12 (FEB100559)
NEW MUTANTS #12 IRON MAN BY DESIGN VARIANT (FEB100560)
Written by ZEB WELLS
Penciled by IBRAIM ROBERSON
Cover by ADI GRANOV
Variant Cover by DAVID FINCH
IRON MAN BY DESIGN VARIANT by GABRIELE DELL’OTTO
Rated T+ …$2.99
FOC—3/18/10, On-Sale—4/14/10

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Marvel is pleased to announce Siege #2 has sold out at Diamond (though copies may still be available at retail level) and will return with Siege #2 Second Printing Variant! The superstar creative team of award winning writer Brian Michael Bendis and acclaimed artist Olivier Coipel bring readers to the next chapter of the event seven years in the making! As Norman Osborn and his Dark Avengers continue the relentless attack on the floating city of Asgard, an Avenger’s life is taken! If you didn’t get a chance to pick up the first sold out printing, Siege #2 Second Printing Variant is your chance to get back in the game!

Critics and fans agree—Siege is a hit!

“If the first issue of Siege didn’t make it clear that this was an event that would shoot first and ask questions later, then issue two drives that point home with the power of a million exploding suns.” – Tim Lenaghan, IGN.com

“The story is tight, fast and doesn’t waste a page, and with the fantastic art of Olivier Coipel, Siege reads like a barrage of superhero awesomeness.” – Chris Smits, Mania.com

“[I]t sure looks great, with Olivier Coipel providing the best work of his career…” – Timothy Callahan, ComicBookResources.com

“Bendis and Coipel each excel in their craft, with Coipel constructing every line to exacting detail, and Bendis showing remarkable restraint and haste.” – George Marston, Newsarama.com

Plus, don’t miss exclusive SIEGE high quality prints available at the Marvel Print Store (http://prints.marvel.com) from superstar artists such as Marko Djurdjevic, Simone Bianchi, Billy Tan and more!

Marvel urges retailers to check their orders on Siege as the series and all its tie-ins have sold out at Diamond! The Marvel U is on the road to The Heroic Age, but how many must fall before this new age dawns?! Find out in Siege #2 Second Printing Variant!

SIEGE #2 SECOND PRINTING VARIANT (DEC098474)
Written by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS
Pencils & Cover by OLIVIER COIPEL
Variant Cover by GABRIELE DELL’OTTO
Rated T+ …$3.99
FOC—2/25/10, On-Sale—3/17/10

SIEGE #1 DIRECTOR’S CUT (JAN100515)
Written by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS
Pencils & Cover by OLIVIER COIPEL
Rated T+ …$3.99
FOC—2/25/10, On-Sale—3/17/10

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Marvel is proud to unveil the all new variant cover to Mark Millar & Steve McNiven’s Nemesis #1 by Secret Invasion superstar artist Leinil Francis Yu! The Civil War superstar, chart-topping, history-making duo of Millar (the man behind the runaway hit Kick-Ass) & McNiven reunite for the story of Nemesis, the toughest cape in town, oh and one catch… he’s the most evil guy you’ll ever meet!

Marvel urges retailers to check all orders of Nemesis as it continues to garner significant mainstream buzz before its release! Nemesis has decimated law enforcement around the globe; now with his sights set on America’s capitol do we stand a chance? Find out in Nemesis #1!

NEMESIS #1 (JAN100633)
NEMESIS #1 YU VARIANT (DEC098476)
Written by MARK MILLAR
Pencils by STEVE MCNIVEN
Variant cover by LEINIL FRANCIS YU
Mature…$2.99
FOC—2/25/10, On-Sale—3/17/10

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X-MEN: SECOND COMING (JAN100608)
X-MEN: SECOND COMING FINCH VARIANT (JAN100609)
Written by CHRISTOPHER YOST & CRAIG KYLE
Pencils & Variant Cover by DAVID FINCH
Cover by ADI GRANOV
Rated T+ …$3.99
FOC—3/11/10, ON-SALE—3/31/10

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Marvel is pleased to announce Invincible Iron Man #21 and Invincible Iron Man #22 have both sold out at Diamond (though copies may still be available at retail level) and will return with Invincible Iron Man #21 Second Printing Variant and Invincible Iron Man #22 Second Printing Variant! The Eisner Award-winning team of Matt Fraction & Salvador Larroca continues “Stark Disassembled,” the harrowing tale of the Tony Stark’s quest to return from the edge of death! But can Captain America, Thor, and Tony’s closest allies save him? Or will Norman Osborn succeed in killing Iron Man? These new printings feature the powrful interior art of Salvador Larroca on their covers!

This red hot Invincible Iron Man, awarded the Eisner Award for “Best New Series”, continues to sell out and garner praise from all corners!

“This run is about pushing the boundaries of who Tony Stark is and what makes a good Iron Man story. It is reverential to what has come before, but is written in a believable voice and is constantly looking to the future” – Paul Brian McCoy, ComicsBulletin.com

“In addition to living up to the promise of its cover, [issue #21] continues to offer what may replace ‘Demon in a Bottle’ as the definitive take on the character of Tony Stark.” – Tim Lenaghan, IGN.com

“Okay, here’s what’s good about this issue: Matt Fraction. Damn, that boy can write!” – Chad Derdowski, Mania.com

Marvel urges retailers to check their orders on Invincible Iron Man as the series continues to sell out and draw critical acclaim from fans and the press! Please note that Invincible Iron Man #20, the first chapter of “Stark Disassembled,” is still available at the retail level and serves as a great jumping on point for new readers!! What will it take to bring the Iron Man back to life? You can’t miss a single issue of Invincible Iron Man!

INVINCIBLE IRON MAN #21 SECOND PRINTING VARIANT (DEC098263)
Written by MATT FRACTION
Art & Cover by SALVADOR LARROCA
Rated A …$2.99
FOC—1/28/10, On-Sale—2/17/10

INVINCIBLE IRON MAN #22 SECOND PRINTING VARIANT (DEC098264)
Written by MATT FRACTION
Art & Cover by SALVADOR LARROCA
Rated A …$2.99
FOC—1/28/10, On-Sale—2/17/10

INVINCIBLE IRON MAN #23 (DEC090497)
Written by MATT FRACTION
Art and 50/50 Cover by SALVADOR LARROCA
50/50 Cover by PATRICK ZIRCHER
Rated A …$2.99
On-Sale 2/3/10

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Marvel and Electric Shepherd Productions are proud to announce that the graphic fiction adaptation of Electric Ant, Philip K Dick’s seminal science fiction short story, arrives in comic shops this April with Philip K Dick’s Electric Ant #1! Acclaimed creators David Mack (Daredevil, Kabuki) and Pascal Alixe (Ultimate X-Men), along with cover artist Paul Pope (Strange Tales) and consulting editor Brian Michael Bendis (Siege, Ultimate Comics Spider-Man), unite for an adaptation of this existential thriller unlike anything you’ve ever imagined. Garson Poole’s life is pretty great, with the job, apartment and sexy assistant of his dreams, but a visit to the hospital uncovers a dark secret about his existence. Revealed as an “Electric Ant,” a type of robot programmed to serve a specific function, Poole’s life is thrown into a tailspin as he works to discover the truth about his programming…and reality itself!

As one of the most celebrated authors of the last century, Philip K Dick is the winner of both the prestigious the Hugo Award and the John W. Campbell awards, which honor excellence in science fiction. Inducted into the Library of America in 2007, Dick has received unprecedented literary recognition for his contributions to modern literature, specifically in the area of science fiction. His 45 novels and over 210 short stories have been adapted into numerous hit films, including blockbusters Minority Report, Total Recall and Blade Runner.

“Philip K Dick is one of the most groundbreaking sci-fi authors ever and we’re honored to bring his stories to life at Marvel,” said Joe Quesada, Chief Creative Officer & Editor-in-Chief, Marvel Entertainment. “Electric Ant is an extraordinary interpretation of Philip K. Dick’s classic short story, one that I’, sure all fans will enjoy.”

Laura Leslie, Dick’s daughter and a partner with her sister, Isa Dick Hackett, in Electric Shepherd Productions, added, “As the first original adaptation of our father’s work into this genre, we are thrilled with the creative team and the support of Marvel in the care they have taken to be true to the integrity of this story.”

Combining the unparalleled literary prowess of Philip K Dick with some of the most imaginative creators in comics today, Philip K Dick’s Electric Ant is the sci-fi graphic fiction event of the year!

PHILIP K DICK’S ELECTRIC ANT #1
PHILIP K DICK’S ELECTRIC ANT #1 MACK VARIANT
Written by David Mack
Art by Pascal Alixe
Cover by Paul Pope
Variant Cover by David Mack
Rated T+ …$3.99
ON SALE APRIL

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The Marvel Universe changes forever today as Siege #1, from the chart-topping team of superstars Brian Michael Bendis and Olivier Coipel, is on-sale NOW! This is the end of the Marvel Universe as you know, but what’s the price of victory? The comic book event seven years in the making begins here as every major Marvel character gets involved in the greatest assembly of heroes and villains you’ve ever seen!

Critics and fans agree—Siege is a hit!

“Siege #1 works incredibly well, building off the layered tapestry Marvel has woven over the past several years while retaining focus and a sense of purpose that kicks off Marvel’s 2010 with style. I’m truly looking forward to what’s around the corner and what new developments this will lead to in the coming year.”—Richard George, IGN.Com

“Siege thrives on the sheer pulp insanity of a lot of its concepts… thanks to Marvel’s commitment to crafting a coherent universe for its characters, signals the start of a major shift in its status quo.”– Benjamin Birdie, ComicBookResources.Com

“Coipel just knocks it out of the park… in terms of pacing and above all action, this is certainly my favorite Bendis-penned megaevent yet”—David Pepose, Newsarama.Com

Plus, don’t miss exclusive SIEGE high quality prints available at the Marvel Print Store (http://prints.marvel.com) from superstar artists such as Marko Djurdjevic, Simone Bianchi, Billy Tan and more!

Norman Osborn’s endgame is revealed as the Marvel Universe finds itself irrevocably changed and not everyone survives! No comic book fan can afford to miss Siege #1!

SIEGE #1 (of 4) (NOV090419)
SIEGE #1 (of 4) DELL’OTTO VARIANT
SIEGE #1 (of 4) QUESADA VARIANT
SIEGE #1 (of 4) COIPEL SKETCH VARIANT
Written by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS
Pencils & Cover by OLIVIER COIPEL
Variant Cover by GABRIELE DELL’OTTO
Variant Cover by JOE QUESADA
Sketch Variant by OLIVIER COIPEL
Rated T+ …$3.99
ON SALE TODAY!

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Marvel is pleased to reveal the star studded creative teams behind the all-new back up stories in Avengers Vs. Atlas! As the original Avengers face off against the venerable forces of Atlas in the can’t miss main feature by Jeff Parker and Gabriel Hardman, some of the industry’s most acclaimed creators team up for backup stories spotlighting the most popular members of Atlas, laying the foundation for the future of Marvel’s most enigmatic heroes!

In Avengers Vs. Atlas #1, Parker and artist Takeshi Miyazawa take a dive with Namora! Meanwhile, PVP’s Scott Kurtz and fan favorite Zach Howard delve deeper into the mysteries behind Jimmy Woo in Avengers Vs. Atlas #2! Then, Venus takes center stage in Avengers Vs. Atlas #3 as the acclaimed creative team of Paul Cornell and Leonard Kirk reunite! Finally, red-hot writer Jason Aaron and former Atlas penciller Carlo Pagulayan team up for a story of Gorilla Man in the final thrilling issue!

Marvel urges retailers to check their orders on Avengers Vs. Atlas, as the work of Jeff Parker and Gabriel Hardman continues to draw rave reviews! Plus, download an exclusive Mighty Marvel Podcast with Jeff Parker right here: http://marvel.com/news/comicstories.10732

AVENGERS VS. ATLAS #1 (of 4) (NOV090480)
AVENGERS VS. ATLAS #1 (of 4) HARDMAN VARIANT (NOV090481)
Written by JEFF PARKER
Penciled by GABRIEL HARDMAN
Cover by HUMBERTO RAMOS
Variant Cover by GABRIEL HARDMAN
FOC-12/28/09, On-Sale-1/20/10

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The biggest comic book event of the event began in Siege: The Cabal and Marvel is pleased to announce it will return with a new printing following a quick sell out at Diamond (though copies may be available at the retail level)! Siege: The Cabal Second Printing Variant, from the red-hot creative team of Siege mastermind Brian Michael Bendis and acclaimed artist Michael Lark, presents the battle you demanded—Norman Osborn versus Doctor Doom! As two of the most powerful villains in the Marvel Universe come to blows, what does this mean for the future of every hero? Siege: The Cabal Second Printing Variant features the stunning interior of art of Lark on the cover and arrives in stores the same day as Siege #1!

“Overall Siege: The Cabal sets the stage for the main event quite well. Bendis’ story left me with just the right amount of questions while still providing an enjoyable one-shot story.”—Tim Lenaghan, IGN.Com

“It’s a good way to kick things off”—Chad Nevett, ComicBookResources.Com

“Lark and Gaudiano do an excellent job bringing a high level of realism to the proceedings without losing the element of the fantastic that is necessary.”—Paul Brian McCoy, ComicsBulletin.Com

Marvel urges retailers to check their orders on all Siege tie-ins as the series continues to draw buzz and generate immediate sell outs! The Marvel Universe is about to change forever and it begins in Siege: The Cabal Second Printing Variant!

SIEGE: THE CABAL SECOND PRINTING VARIANT (OCT098175)
Written by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS
Penciled by MICHAEL LARK
Cover by MICHAEL LARK
Rated T+ …$3.99
FOC—12/10/09, On-Sale—1/6/10

SIEGE #1 (of 4) (NOV090419)
SIEGE #1 (of 4) DELL’OTTO VARIANT (NOV090420)
SIEGE #1 (of 4) QUESADA VARIANT (NOV090421)
SIEGE #1 (of 4) COIPEL SKETCH VARIANT (NOV090422)
Written by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS
Pencils & Cover by OLIVIER COIPEL
Variant Cover by GABRIELE DELL’OTTO
Variant Cover by JOE QUESADA
Sketch Variant by OLIVIER COIPEL
Rated T+ …$3.99
FOC—12/10/09, On-Sale—1/6/10

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Marvel is pleased to announce Fall Of The Hulks Alpha has sold out at Diamond (though copies may still be available at retail level) and will return with a red (and green) hot NYEE variant cover made available on December 30th, Marvel’s New Year’s Eve Eve Party! Fan-favorite creators Jeff Parker and Paul Pelletier orchestrate the downfall of Marvel’s strongest group of heroes and villains, The Hulks! Fall Of The Hulks Alpha kicks off the biggest Hulk Event yet in the Marvel U and reveals the origins of some of Marvel’s most maniacal villains!

“…Parker and Pelletier make a fine team…” – Jesse Schedeen, IGN.com

“Fun story, classic art, well worth a pick-up.” – Alex Zalben, PopCultureShock.com

What role do M.O.D.O.K., The Leader, The Mad Thinker, Egghead, Red Ghost, and Doctor Doom play in the downfall of the Red and Green Goliaths? Will intelligence best brute strength? Fall Of The Hulks Alpha has the answers! The Fall Of The Hulks Alpha NYEE Variant, available on December 30th, is your last chance to get in on the beginning of the most earth-shattering Hulk story ever!

Retailers should also keep an eye out for Hulk #19 and Incredible Hulk #606 in January for the next exciting chapters of FALL OF THE HULKS!

FALL OF THE HULKS ALPHA NYEE MCGUINNESS VARIANT (OCT090517)
Written by JEFF PARKER
Pencils by PAUL PELLETIER
Cover by ED MCGUINNESS
Rated T+ …$3.99
On-Sale – 12/30/2009

HULK #19 (NOV090469)
HULK #19 DJURDJEVIC VARIANT (NOV090470)
Written by JEPH LOEB
Pencils & Cover by ED MCGUINNESS
Variant Cover by MARKO DJURDJEVIC
Rated T+ …$3.99
FOC—12/24/09, On-Sale—1/20/10

INCREDIBLE HULK #606 (NOV090471)
Written by GREG PAK
Penciled by PAUL PELLETIER
Cover by JOHN ROMITA JR.
Rated A …$3.99
FOC—12/24/09, On-Sale—1/20/10

FALL OF THE HULKS: RED HULK #1 (of 4) (NOV090472)
Written by JEFF PARKER
Penciled by CARLOS RODRIGUES
Cover by ED MCGUINNESS & CHRIS SOTOMAYOR
Rated T+ …$3.99
FOC—1/7/10, On-Sale—1/27/10

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