Image Comics Solicitations for June 2008

Here is a look at Image Comics' assortment of comics related to Futureal Studio for June 2008. This listing is offered to inform our visitors of the current whereabouts of our associates.

AGE OF BRONZE #27

Writer: Eric Shanower
Artist and Cover: Eric Shanower

In bloody battle the Trojan War begins at last! The Trojans and Achaeans clash with spears, swords, and stones. Plus shipwrecks, raving prophesies from Kassandra, the arrival of Sarpedon, and more.

On sale June 18 24 pg, BW, $3.50 US

AMERICA, JR. VOL. 2 TPB

Writers: Nick Capetanakis and Todd Livingston
Artists and Cover: Brendon and Brian Fraim

When a tiny US town accidentally becomes its own nation, can it avoid the same mistakes America makes?

No.

America, Jr. Vol. 2 brings us the disputed Presidential elections, military misadventures, and celebrity worship that would surely make any American proud! Today's most controversial topics—gay marriage, questionable Supreme Court appointments, corrupt politicians, cigarette bans, divorce and global warming never seemed funnier or more relevant. This important volume is destined to become required reading for any serious student of America Jr. history!

Collecting the next 150 strips of the award-winning Web comic series, plus includes pin-ups, bonus strips, a map of the country and a foreword by Gail Simone!

On sale June 25 96 pg, FC, $9.99 US

CHARLATAN BALL #1

Writer: Joe Casey
Artist and Cover: Andy Suriano

WELCOME TO THE BALL!

Meet Chuck Amok, a down-and-out stage magician pumping the sleaze 'n' peanut circuit. When he and his trusty rabbit, Caesar, are transported to a reality where magic actually works, Chuck's showbiz compulsions take on a whole new meaning. But why was this wayward chucker picked? Only the vile Demon Empty knows for sure! Take your comic book rulebook and tear it up, y'all! This is graphic fiction on shrooms, True Believer!

CHARLATAN BALL: THE ONLY COMIC BOOK WHERE YOU CAN LICK THE PAGES AND RIDE YOUR OWN MELT!

On sale June 11 24 pg, FC, $2.50 US

THE DARKNESS #6

Writer: Phil Hester
Artists: Michael Broussard and Ryan Winn
Colorist: Matt Milla
Cover: Dale Keown
Variant Cover: Stjepan Sejic

The conclusion of the "Empire" storyarc is here, as past sins shatter hope for a brighter tomorrow! Jackie Estacado faces his toughest opponent yet, and the end of this spectacular final chapter will have you screaming, "What?!" Writer Phil Hester (Superman: Confidential, Green Arrow) and rising star Michael Broussard (Unholy Union) put the stamp on their momentous first arc on The Darkness.

On sale June 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

FIREBREATHER #2

Writer: Phil Hester
Artist and Cover: Andy Kuhn

Firebreather's sweet sixteen is anything but. Accused of vandalism at school, embarrassed by his mom's cloying attention, and now the target of an unseen stalker, Duncan's latest birthday might be his last. High school drama and high-octane action in the tradition of Invincible and Spider-Man.

On sale June 11 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

THE PERHAPANAUTS #3

Writer: Todd Dezago
Artist and Cover: Craig Rousseau

"TRIANGLE," Part Three

It is the veritable Calm before the Storm as secrets continue to be revealed about ALL of your favorite BEDLAM Agents! Big and The Merrow travel to the UK to get some answers as Choopie tries to cope with the unseen responsibilities of being a King! Also, The Mothmen tip to what went on back in the Bermuda Triangle, and they are NOT pleased...!

On sale June 4 32 pg, FC, $3.50 US

STRANGE EMBRACE TPB

Writer: David Hine
Artist: David Hine
Colorist: Rob Steen
Letterer: Richard Starkings
Cover: David Hine and Rob Steen

David Hine's tortured, modern gothic is a tale of pain and sorrow, obsession and damnation, of madness, death and sexual longing. The world of Strange Embrace twists and pollutes the lives of all that enter it!

Collects Strange Embrace #1-8

On sale June 18 240 pg, FC, $19.99 US

THE WALKING DEAD #52

Writer: Robert Kirkman
Artists and Cover: Charlie Adlard and Cliff Rathburn

Reunion.

On sale June 18 32 pg, BW, $2.99 US

YOUNGBLOOD #5

Writer: Joe Casey
Artist: Derec Donovan
Cover: Derec Donovan
Variant Cover: Rob Liefeld

Youngblood is dead! Long live Youngblood! Introducing the all-new, all-different lineup and they're more than ready for their fifteen minutes of fame! But how did this personnel shift take place? And will the viewing public actually stand for it? Meanwhile, the Televillain makes his violent return and this time he's rockin' the power of Tivo!

On sale June 11 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US