Image Comics Solicitations for May 2008

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

THE DARKNESS #5

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

Jackie Estacado is taken prisoner by the rebels and the true villain in Jackie's new life is revealed as "EMPIRE" rumbles towards its climactic conclusion! Writer Phil Hester (Superman: Confidential, Green Arrow) and rising star Michael Broussard (Unholy Union) continue their re-defining run on The Darkness.

On sale May 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

ELEPHANTMEN #16

Writer: Richard Starkings
Artist: Moritat
Cover: Book Cook

"DARK HEART"

A woman from The Silencer's past has tracked him down to Los Angeles. Finally Elephantmen presents the story of The Silencer, who he is and how he came to be. Plus: THE SLEEZE BROTHERS by John Carnell and Andy Lanning.

On sale May 21 40 pg, FC, $2.99 US

FIREBREATHER #1

Writer: Phil Hester
Artist and Cover: Andy Kuhn

Back by popular demand, the adventures of Firebreather continue in this all-new monthly title. High school is tough enough for normal kids, but when your Dad is a city-stomping giant monster who expects you to follow in his footsteps it gets even tougher. Phil Hester (The Darkness, The Irredeemable Ant-Man) and Andy Kuhn (Blue Beetle, Marvel Team-Up) deliver the high octane action, drama, and humor. For fans of Invincible and Ultimate Spider-Man.

On sale May 14 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

GØDLAND #24

Writer: Joe Casey
Artist and Cover: Tom Scioli

BOOK TWENTY-FOUR: TWELVE-FINGER SQUEEZE!

Trapped in a world he never made! Wait... That sounds a little too familiar. Okay, try this: Commander Adam Archer escapes this twisted neo-fantasy and gets his cosmic groove on to put a fractured reality back on track! And is this the final fate of Neela Archer?! This issue wraps up Year Two in mind-bending style!

TAG: GØDLAND ROLLS OUT OF A GLORIOUS SECOND YEAR LIKE A CHAOTIC COSMIC STEAMROLLER!

On sale May 29 24 pg, FC, $2.99 US

MICE TEMPLAR #5

Writers: Bryan J.L. Glass and Michael Avon Oeming
Artist and Cover: Michael Avon Oeming

The sacred Readers of the Wheat declare final judgment on Karic's life and his validity to fulfill the Prophecy within the heart of the Great Ash Tree. While Templar rivals Pilot and Cassius each face the ancient vengeance of bats. And Rat Captain Tosk's slave train arrives at the capital city of the mice at last, Dealrach Ard-Vale—the Shining City—where rats, mice & weasels live together in peace... all under the cold and baleful gaze of King Icarus and his court.

On sale May 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

MONSTER ZOO OGN

Writer: Doug TenNapel
Artist and Cover: Doug TenNapel

It's Earthworm Jim and Cat Scratch creator Doug TenNapel next graphic novel! Hot on the heels of Iron West and Flink, Monster Zoo tells the story of a young man who discovers his local zoo is more frightening and deadly than he could ever have imagined!

On sale May 7 144 pg, B&W, $12.99 US

THE PERHAPANAUTS #2

Writer: Todd Dezago
Artist & Cover: Craig Rousseau

"TRIANGLE," Part Two

Shocking revelations about Arisa's secret past give us further insight into the Perhapanauts' reluctant leader. What is she running from? And can she hide from it much longer...?

Meanwhile, Choopie takes charge as King of the Gremlinls and tensions continue to mount between the Perhapanauts and the Clan of Mothmen as war brews in the Bermuda Triangle! Not kidding.

On sale May 21 32 pg, FC, $3.50 US

STUDIO SPACE TPB

Writers: Joel Meadows and Gary Marshall

From the creators of Tripwire comes a unique book that looks at the way that the world's best comic book artists work, visiting their studios and getting into their mindset. Each chapter also looks at the creators' big break and whether their working methods have changed over the years. Featuring a spectacular line-up including Frank Miller, Mike Mignola, Jim Lee, Joe Kubert, Tim Bradstreet, Duncan Fegredo, Walter Simonson, Brian Bolland, Dave Gibbons, Tim Sale and many more.

On sale May 29 320 pg, FC, $29.99 US TPB/$49.99 US HC

THE WALKING DEAD #51

Writer: Robert Kirkman
Artist & Cover: Charlie Adlard and Cliff Rathburn

Too late to save this one.

On sale May 21 32 pg, B&W, $2.99 US

YOUNGBLOOD, VOL. 1: FOCUS TESTED TPB

Writer: Joe Casey
Artist & Cover: Derec Donovan

At long last, the Blood is back! A new team jam-packed with old friends! Old enemies returning in a whole new way! You've never seen celebrity superheores like this. You're seen the imitators—now check out the original! Reprinting issues #1-4 of the hit series. Loaded with extra features! The all-new Youngblood library begins here!

Collects Youngblood #1-4

On sale May 29 96 pg, FC, $9.99 US