Gerry Duggan

The love these former Deadpool creators have for Mad Magazine, action movies and weed comes through in the funniest comics you'll read this year. The action spans from America's failed war on drugs, to a monster ball, and into a dystopian future of late-stage capitalism. It's everything you could want from an action comedy. This volume completes the story arc of Scotch McTiernan as he grows from a soldier of fortune to the unlikeliest Ghost Of Christmas future. Collects Image 4/20 Special, Image Comics Halloween Party & Scotch McTiernan's Holiday Party

Shocking secrets of the Trials of X Doctor Stasis makes his deadliest move yet as Captain Krakoa takes charge of the X-Men But what is the lie at the heart of the newest mutant hero? When the Shi'ar Empire faces an unexpected threat, their call for help is answered by the X-Men Wait, aren't those the mutants who lost the election? Meanwhile, Sabretooth was sentenced to an eternity of torment in the Pit - but hell is where he feels most at home. And the truth about Emma Frost's past with the Kingpin of Crime finally comes to light Collecting X-MEN (2021) #7, THE SECRET X-MEN #1, SABRETOOTH (2022) #1 and DEVIL'S REIGN: X-MEN #1-2.

Going back to the Dark Knight's early days in Gotham City: Batman and Robin, Dick Grayson, face down the coldest winter Gotham City has ever seen. 2023 Eisner Nominee - Best Limited Series. A winter so cold that Mr. Freeze, Victor Fries, no longer needs his containment suit to survive; he is in an element where he can thrive. Robin empathizes with Mr. Freeze, all Freeze wants to do is save his wife, Nora-but Batman warns Robin not to give his empathy to Victor Fries. He s a man who decided his own fate a long time ago and he deserves none of our warmth. And this winter... he will show his true wickedness and power. The powerhouse creative team of bestselling writer GERRY DUGGAN (X-Men, Deadpool, Arkham Manor) and MATTEO SCALERA (WHITE KNIGHT PRESENTS: HARLEY QUINN, Black Science) brings you Mr. Freeze s most frigid story yet.

Heads will roll in the Trials of X It's Halloween, and the X-Men have to face a horror born of a neighboring town in Westchester: the Headless Horseman? And that's not the only terror targeting them On Krakoa, where the dead walk among the living and the unforgiveable has been forgiven, the New Mutants must battle an old foe: the psychic entity known as the Shadow King Amahl Farouk executes his master plan -- but is he the one in control? Meanwhile, Maverick returns for a team-up with Wolverine But when C.I.A. agent Jeff Bannister uncovers a secret surveillance device aimed at Krakoa, Logan faces a life-or-death protection mission on the run -- with nowhere safe to hide COLLECTING: X-Men (2021) 4, New Mutants (2019) 22-23, Wolverine (2020) 17-18

Out of the Hyborian Age and into the Marvel Universe...here comes Conan the Barbarian As the Cimmerian warrior finds his way in the 21st century, he'll meet savage new friends more than happy to join him in battle -- including Wolverine, Venom, Elektra and the Punisher The Hand has summoned a death god from a celestial hell, and the only thing standing between Earth and destruction is Conan and those who will fight by his side. As Conan's global journey begins, he is joined by Doctor Strange, Black Widow, Doctor Doom, Magik, Deadpool and more -- but can even a whole army of Savage Avengers stand against evil wizard Kulan Gath, harnessing the awesome power of the elder god Shuma-Gorath? COLLECTING: Free Comic Book Day 2019 (Avengers/Savage Avengers) 1 (Savage Avengers Story), Savage Avengers (2019) 1-28, Savage Avengers Annual (2019) 1, Savage Avengers (2019) 0 including Uncanny X-Men (1981) 190-191]

Dangers multiply in the Trials of X The bosses of X-Corp know it's impossible to succeed in business without making a few enemies -- but Noblesse Pharmaceuticals has sent their most cutthroat team to complete a very hostile takeover The Marauders point their bow to the stars -- but what awaits Captain Kate Pryde's crew, and why has it sworn vengeance? In space, no one can hear you bleed Beast's best-laid plans invite an enemy close to the heart as Mikhail Rasputin's secret works are at last revealed If X-Force can't root out this invasion, it will be time for Mikhail's brother Colossus to step in And the ten kingdoms of Otherworld must decide: Are Excalibur heroes of the realm, or witchbreed to be put to the stake? COLLECTING: X-Corp (2021) 5, Marauders (2019) 24-25, X-Force (2019) 23-24, Excalibur (2019) 24

Evolution and revelation in the Trials of X The X-Men's greatest foe is back to menace Krakoa, as Onslaught slithers in the minds of the island nation's leaders Can Nightcrawler light the spark that will drive out the shadows...or will Krakoa slip into the abyss? Meanwhile, the X-Men are no strangers to being targeted for their genes -- but when the High Evolutionary returns with his twisted brand of unnatural selection, the survival of the entire planet is at stake Excalibur's sense of duty is tested to its limits when Doctor Doom comes calling, seeking passage to Avalon Plus: How does X-Corp meet nearly impossible quotas with maximum synergy and minimal bandwidth? They've got Dr. Jamie Madrox, the Multiple Man -- and he's the world's best boss COLLECTING: X-Men: The Onslaught Revelation (2021) 1, X-Men (2021) 3, Excalibur (2019) 23, X-Corp (2021) 3-4

Troubled waters for the Marauders Double-dealing and backstabbing are the order of the day within the Hellfire Trading Company, but killing Kate Pryde crossed the line. Now the Black King must pay And a resurrected Kate has some ideas about exactly how. The seafaring Marauders return to Madripoor to pay tribute to a fallen friend -- but old enemies are being forged anew, and the team is about to face a nasty surprise Meanwhile, Ororo's eyes are pointed to the future -- one that takes her far beyond the horizon. And as the Marauders point their bow to the stars, what threat awaits them out in the cosmos...and why has it sworn vengeance? Secrets, lies and hidden agendas unravel as the Marauders chart a course towards an all-new future for mutantkind COLLECTING: Marauders (2019) 16-20, 22-27; King in Black: Marauders (2021) 1

Secrets and lies in the Trials of X Psylocke's hidden deal with Mr. Sinister is about to come back and bite her -- and cause a schism within the Hellions Meanwhile, Krakoa comes under plant-based attack. Can X-Force get to the root of the problem before Dr. Bloodroot kills again? Storm has ascended to the throne of Arakko -- and now she speaks for Sol on the galactic stage. But when you have to prove to your people who you are, every single day without fail...what becomes of who you were? And Nightcrawler must act fast to avoid catastrophe as the laws of Krakoa (and physics) are tested to their limits But what happens when the true villain behind the recent chaos is revealed? COLLECTING: Hellions (2020) 15, X-Force (2019) 21-22, S.W.O.R.D. (2020) 8, Way of X (2021) 4-5

Deadly confrontations darken the Trials of X Wolverine's quest brings his face-to-face with Arakkii pirate crime lord Sevyr Blackmore Captain Britain and Excalibur may be reunited, but an escort mission into Otherworld reveals deep political unrest among Saturnyne's court -- and a brutal sacrifice bears fruit As threats hurtle toward Earth from all sides, the fearless X-Men fight a seemingly unstoppable wave of annihilation And Mister Sinister's abandoned clone is returning to Krakoa to reclaim the cape -- and destroy the Hellions Collecting WOLVERINE (2020) #15-16, EXCALIBUR (2019) #22, X-MEN (2021) #2 and HELLIONS (2020) #13-14.

The Queen's reign Emma Frost has many skeletons in her closet, but only one of them is currently Mayor of New York City. Now, in the midst of the chaos of DEVIL'S REIGN, the truth about the White Queen's secret past with the Kingpin of Crime may be about to come to light As Wilson Fisk makes his play, will his old ally Emma Frost stand in his way...or protect the secrets they share? COLLECTING: Devil's Reign: X-Men (2022) 1-3, TBD

The best there is by the best there are -- in brutal black-and-white, with a liberal splash of blood red Legendary creators, modern superstars, rising talents and fresh voices unite to tell savage tales of your favorite X-Man Logan. Weapon X. Patch. Wolverine. He's gone by many names and lived many different lives. Now, this exploration of his storied history takes you from Japan to Madripoor to the Savage Land...from a revelatory return to the Weapon X program, to a high-stakes mission with X-Force Logan is joined by old allies like Kate Pryde and Nick Fury, and heads into bloody battle against foes familiar and surprising -- including Arcade, the Reavers, Cosmic Ghost Rider...and the deadliest of all: Sabretooth All in glorious black-and-white -- with blood all over COLLECTING: Wolverine: Black, White & Blood (2020) 1-4

The Hellfire Gala is out of this world as the Reign of X evolves Mutantkind has a homeland at last...but now they're claiming their own planet. It's time for fireworks, and the highlight of the show is the newly terraformed Mars It even has its own S.W.O.R.D. station to protect it -- but as "Planet Arrako" enters the galactic stage, who will be its queen? Meanwhile, X-Corp has a board to staff -- which means CXOs Monet and Angel must network on the dance floor, shaking hands and mending fences. The New Mutants are dressed up for getting down -- but not everyone is on their best behavior, and someone may face their last dance Meanwhile, Wolverine and X-Force keep the peace...with help from Deadpool? COLLECTING: Planet-Size X-Men (2021) 1, X-Corp (2021) 2, New Mutants (2019) 19, Wolverine (2020) 13, S.W.O.R.D. (2020) 6

Party time in the Reign of X The Hellfire Gala is the biggest mutant event of the season, and Emma Frost is your host for a night of dinner, drinks and deceit. Everyone will be there, dressed to the nines -- your favorite mutants, their closest allies...even their worst enemies X-Force will be on hand to deal with any troublemakers and gatecrashers -- but can the Hellions somehow get an invitation, or will they be turned away at the door? Meanwhile, for Captain Britain and Excalibur, the Gala may result in a diplomatic incident Either way, raise your glasses for the first big moment of the night -- the eagerly awaited announcement of Krakoa's very first elected team of X-Men COLLECTING: Marauders (2019) 21, X-Force (2019) 20, Hellions (2020) 12, Excalibur (2019) 21, X-Men (2019) 21