April Fool’s Day is just around the corner, and Deadpool is gearing up to make the day all about him! Everyone’s favorite wisecracking hero has an armory of surprises in store including new merchandise, digital content, and more. The fun begins at your local comic shop with the release of seven April Pool’s Day Variant Covers!
From phony ads to suspiciously blank covers to blasphemous homages, these unconventional variant covers come from a lineup of superstar artists and will be featured on select titles starting on March 19, including Deadpool’s current solo series, the recently launched Deadpool/Wolverine ongoing series, and the debut issue of the highly-anticipated Deadpool Kills the Marvel Universe One Last Time limited series.
Check out all seven April Pool’s Day Variant Covers and preorder them at your local comic shop today! And be on the lookout for more details along with additional April Pool’s Day-related announcements!
CABLE: LOVE AND CHROME #3 APRIL POOL’S DAY VARIANT COVER BY MATTHEW WAITE – 75960621035000331
DEADPOOL/WOLVERINE #3 APRIL POOL’S DAY VARIANT COVER BY AARON KUDER – 75960621054100331
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UNCANNY X-MEN #12 APRIL POOL’S DAY WRAPAROUND VARIANT COVER BY CHAD HARDIN – 75960620917001251
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X-MEN #14 APRIL POOL’S DAY VARIANT COVER BY DAVID LOPEZ – 75960620920001451
Image Comics is pleased to reveal a veritable legion of devilishly good-looking variant covers for the hot-hot-hot upcoming series launch, The Lucky Devils—by Eight Billion Genies creative team of #1 New York Times bestselling writer Charles Soule and critically-acclaimed artist Ryan Browne—hitting shelves in January from Image Comics.
In addition to the stunning Cover A art by Browne, there will be an exciting Frank Miller variant cover, a blank sketch cover, and limited quantities of foil-treated Miller covers and even variants featuring original artwork drawn on it by Browne. Also available at select comic shops will be limited quantities of The Lucky Devils #1 variant covers by such artists as: William Russell (Prideland Comics & Collectibles), Erik Elizarrez (Top Shelf), Huy Dinh (Spectral Comics), Skoot Starnes (TN Comic Collector), Scott & Simon McFarland (Geek Boutique), Camron T. Johnson (Afshari Comics), Michael McComb (Economics in Comics), Brett Bean (616 Comics), Trish Forstner (Bird City Comics), Drew Zucker (Strange Tales To Sell), Matthew Waite (Comic Kingdom Creative), and of course Browne himself (Peebles Comics & Games), plus even more soon to be revealed.
Soule and Browne’s wildly popular Eight Billion Genies #1 launched in 2022 with orders clocking in at 100K copies total. The successful launch was followed shortly by news of a Hollywood adaptation which kicked off a feeding frenzy of reorder activity for subsequent issues released. Now, their The Lucky Devils launch similar in tone—a high-concept fantasy romp—is projected to hit big with their dedicated audience of fans hungry for more.
This nine-issue, fantasy/satire adventure is a tale of two ordinary, good-hearted, 20-something Chicagoans who begin working with the devils on their shoulders in an attempt to fix their broken lives. It works beyond their wildest dreams, and in time they become two of the most powerful people on earth. While they fully intend to use that influence to make the world a better place, we all know what they say about the road to Hell…
A dark, hilarious satire about the struggle to do good in a world that makes it so easy to be bad, The Lucky Devils is an examination of everything that makes humanity both grand and terrible from two of comics’ most unique storytellers.
For fans of their previous bestselling collaborations like Curse Words and Eight Billion Genies—or stories like Good Omens, Lucifer, or tales where ordinary people’s lives intersect with the supernatural—this new series is sure to delight readers looking for a fantastical new read.
The Lucky Devils #1 will be available at comic book shops on Wednesday, January 8:
Cover A by Ryan Browne – Lunar Code 1124IM227
Cover B by Frank Miller & Alex Sinclair – Lunar Code 1124IM228
Cover C Blank Sketch cover – Lunar Code 1124IM229
Cover E 1:50 “foil virgin” copy incentive by Frank Miller – Lunar Code 1124IM231
The Lucky Devils #1 Cover D 1:25 copy incentive by Browne, featuring a special glitter treatment, (Lunar Code 1124IM230) will be available at comic book shops on Wednesday, January 15.
Ryan Browne (Peebles’ variant will feature a gold foil treatment)
William Russell (Prideland Comics & Collectibles LLC)
(W) Justina Ireland, Christopher Priest (A) Denys Cowan, Dale Eaglesham, Carlo Pagulayan, Matthew Waite, Luke Ross (I) Lorenzo Ruggiero, Jason Paz (C) Neeraj Menon, Nolan Woodard (L) Travis Lanham (CA) Ken Lashley (VCA) Denys Cowan, Frank Miller, Nick Bradshaw Rated T+ In Shops: Sep 18, 2024 SRP: $4.99
CELEBRATING 50 YEARS OF THE WORLD’S MOST OFFBEAT SUPER HERO!
LUTHER MANNING became one of MARVEL’S most recognizable CYBORGS as his ASTONISHING TALES set the standard for comic-book sci-fi and dystopian futures! Now we travel back to the ruins of MANHATTAN for an action-packed, laser-blasting, building-smashing, explosive adventure uncovering secrets of a world that will excite new and longtime fans. Travel to the world of tomorrow that went horribly wrong, filled with danger around every corner, brutal villains, a reluctant half-man, half-machine hero named DEATHLOK and an ending DESIGNED TO SHOCK YOUR TECHNOLOGY-TORMENTED BRAIN!
(W) Gerry Duggan, Steve Foxe, Al Ewing, Ryan North (A) Kei Zama, Danilo S. Beyruth, Matthew Waite (CA) Tony Daniel Rated T+ In Shops: Aug 28, 2024 SRP: $4.99
A VENOM FOR EVERY UNIVERSE! Our journey of Venomous beings across the Multiverse continues with darkness, light and everything in between! First up, Gerry Duggan brings us the tragic tale of Venom’s biggest fan! Then Ryan North & Matthew Waite bring us a surprising tail of Venom Rex! Next up is the reveal of the all-new symbiote who fights Spider-Verse breakout star, Web-Weaver, from Steve Foxe & Kei Zama! And it’s all wrapped up in a special black suit spun by Al Ewing & Danilo S. Beyruth!
In 1974’s Astonishing Tales #25, one of comics’ most offbeat heroes was born—DEATHLOK! This September, Marvel celebrates the iconic cyborg’s legacy alongside an all-star lineup of comic book talent in Deathlok 50th Anniversary Special #1, including creative powerhouse Denys Cowan!
After his acclaimed work on titles like Power Man and Iron Fist and Black Panther throughout the ‘80s, Cowan brought his iconic talents to the very character that inspired his comics career in Deathlok’s early ‘90s solo series. Throughout his run, Cowan explored deeper themes behind Deathlok’s tragic story and reinvented the character with his unique artwork. Now, he’s back to not only honor Deathlok’s impact, but to help steer the character towards a bold new future!
An amalgam of reanimated flesh and computer circuitry, former military strategist Col. Luther Manning was locked in a state of living death. Stripped of his family, his humanity, but not his will, Manning became the cyborg, Deathlok the Demolisher—a weapon of war programmed solely for destruction! A bold blend of science fiction, horror, and war, Deathlok’s genre-shattering sagas pushed the limits on dystopian storytelling. Fifty years later, this cyborg hero’s tale is more relevant than ever and readers won’t want to miss where his path takes him next!
Check out Cowan’s cover and preorder Deathlok 50th Anniversary Special #1 at your local comic shop today!
In 1974’s Astonishing Tales #25, one of comics’ most offbeat heroes was born—Deathlok! This September, celebrate the iconic cyborg’s unique legacy alongside an all-star lineup of comic book talent in Deathlok 50th Anniversary Special #1!
The giant-sized one-shot will be written by Christopher Priest and Justina Ireland. The time-spanning story will be drawn by an epic lineup of artists including Dale Eaglesham, Matthew Waite, and Luke Ross. Deathlok 50th Anniversary Special #1 will also mark the grand return of Denys Cowan, a definitive Deathlok artist who reinvented the character in the early ‘90s.
An amalgam of reanimated flesh and computer circuitry, former military strategist Col. Luther Manning was locked in a state of living death. Stripped of his family, his humanity, but not his will, Manning became the cyborg, Deathlok the Demolisher—a weapon of war programmed solely for destruction! A bold blend of science fiction, horror, and war, Deathlok’s genre-shattering sagas pushed the limits on dystopian storytelling. Fifty years later, this tragic cyborg hero’s take is more relevant than ever and readers won’t want to miss where his path takes him next!
Travel back to the ruins of Manhattan for an action-packed, laser-blasting, building-smashing, explosive adventure uncovering secrets of a world that will excite new and longtime fans. Witness the world of tomorrow where everything went horribly wrong, filled with danger around every corner, brutal villains, as the reluctant half-man, half-machine’s latest mission culminates in an ending DESIGNED TO SHOCK YOUR TECHNOLOGY-TORMENTED BRAIN!
Check out the main cover by Ken Lashley as well as a variant cover by Nick Bradshaw that teases Deathlok’s future. Stay tuned later this week for the reveal of Cowan’s cover, and preorder Deathlok 50th Anniversary Special #1 at your local comic shop today!
Writer: Ben Aaronovitch, Andrew Cartmel
Artist: Lee Sullivan
COVER A: LEE SULLIVAN
COVER B: MATTHEW WAITE
COVER C: WILL BROOKS PHOTO
FC – 32pp – $3.99 – On sale: Dec 21
Titan’s hit Rivers of London series continues its Third Year!
Save the date! The Merc With a Mouth is about to become the Merc in Matrimony this April in the pages of the super-sized Deadpool #27 – from current Deadpool writers Gerry Duggan and Brian Posehn along with an epic assortment of past Deadpool writers!
A day you never dreamed would come has finally arrived – and it’s going to be anything but traditional. For starters, his bride Shiklah is an ancient and royal succubus. Believe us, the ceremony is going to be one for the ages!
But the main story is just the beginning! This super-sized issue is packed to the gills with new stories from all-star Deadpool writers of yesteryear – including Fabian Nicieza, Mark Waid, Joe Kelly, Christopher Priest, Jimmy Palmiotti, Frank Tieri, Gail Simone, Daniel Way & Victor Gischler!
You will not want to miss this monumental issue as Wade Wilson ties the knot in front of friends and family alike when the oversized Deadpool #27 hits comic shops this April!
DEADPOOL #27 (FEB140735)
Written by GERRY DUGGAN, BRIAN POSEHN, FABIAN NICIEZA, MARK WAID, JOE KELLY, CHRISTOPHER PRIEST, JIMMY PALMIOTTI, FRANK TIERI, GAIL SIMONE, DANIEL WAY & VICTOR GISCHLER
Art by MIKE HAWTHORNE, SCOTT KOBLISH, SCOTT HEPBURN, JOHN MCCREA, PACO MEDINA, NIKO HENRICHON, JOHN TIMMS, DEXTER SOY, ALVIN LEE, CARLO BARBERI, & BONG DAZO
Cover by SCOTT KOBLISH
Variant Cover by MARK BROOKS (FEB140736)
Taco Time Variant by MATTHEW WAITE (FEB140737)
Issue #27 Anniversary Variant by ART ADAMS (FEB140738)
FOC – 03/17/14 On-Sale – 04/09/14
Written by JAMES ASMUS & TOM FOWLER
Art & Cover by TOM FOWLER (JAN141362)
Pullbox Exclusive Variant by MATTHEW WAITE (JAN141363)
Variant Cover by CHIP ZDARSKY (JAN141364)
$3.99/T+/32 pgs.
ON SALE MARCH 5th!
Are heroes born…or are they bred?
Tom Fowler returns to QUANTUM AND WOODY for the thrilling and tragic life story of…Vincent Van Goat! Behold! A hero is born! A hero rises! We’re gonna level with you—you’re going to need to read this issue! Excitement and laughs and all that! Major repercussions for Quantum and Woody! Yes, seriously! Buy the issue and then see if we weren’t kidding!
Save the date! Marvel Comics would like to formally request the honor of your presence at the wedding of Deadpool this April in the pages of the super-sized Deadpool #27! Presiding over the ceremony will be Messers Gerry Duggan and Brian Posehn with the artistic aesthetics of Mike Hawthorne and Scott Koblish.
A day you never dreamed would come has finally arrived – as Deadpool and his mysterious bride to be (wouldn’t you like to know?) tie the knot in front of friends and family alike. And in a way only the Merc With a Mouth can! Believe us, this one is going to be…interesting.
The ceremony will be followed by a reception unlike any other – as ‘pool writers of yesteryear return for new stories featuring the garish groom-to-be. Including Fabian Nicieza, Mark Waid, Joe Kelly, Christopher Priest, Jimmy Palmiotti, Frank Tieri, Gail Simone, Daniel Way and Victor Gischler.
Though gifts are not required, the happy couple has requested you bring your own weapons to the reception.
DEADPOOL #27
Written by GERRY DUGGAN, BRIAN POSEHN, FABIAN NICIEZA, MARK WAID, JOE KELLY, CHRISTOPHER PRIEST, JIMMY PALMIOTTI, FRANK TIERI, GAIL SIMONE, DANIEL WAY & VICTOR GISCHLER
Art by MIKE HAWTHORNE, SCOTT KOBLISH & MANY MORE
Cover by SCOTT KOBLISH
Variant Cover by MARK BROOKS
Taco Time Variant by MATTHEW WAITE
Issue #27 Anniversary Variant by ART ADAMS
ON-SALE THIS APRIL!
