March 2002 Solicited Releases

The comics and related items on this page are scheduled to ship from Avatar in March, 2002. These items should be available for order from your favorite comics retailer. If not, you can order direct from Avatar via our direct sales agent Comic Cavalcade right here.

  • Steven Grant's Mortal Souls #1
  • Ennis and McCrea's Bigger Dicks #2
  • Warren Ellis' Strange Killings #3
  • 10th Muse / Demonslayer Preview
  • Warren Ellis' Dark Blue Hardcover Lettered Artwork Edition
  • Variants for Alan Moore's Glory, The Coven, Avengelyne/Shi, Demonslayer, and more!

Steven Grant's MORTAL SOULS #1A
Retail Price: $3.50 US
Cover: Philip Xavier
Writer: Steven Grant
Artist: Philip Xavier
Readership: Mature Readers
Format: B&W, 32 pages, monthly, 1 of 3

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The master of crime comics, Steven Grant, comes to Avatar to unleash his most haunting work yet! Human beings are a merger of body and soul, but the two don't die at the same rate. Sometimes one outlives the other. When a soul outlives its body, we call it a ghost. We have no word for what happens when a body outlives its soul. But the Hebrew Qabalists did. That word is "qelipoth": meaning, literally, the husks of the dead. They're dangerous creatures, once men but now without souls, consumed by their own emptiness and hunger and hating the living for the mere condition of being completely alive. Pursuing an unpredictable killer, police detective Eric Sharpe watches his life turn into a waking nightmare as he gains "the sight" - and he discovers Qelipoth not only exist, but they are everywhere. And now they want him dead. Punctuated with bloody staccato action and underscored by a puckish world view, Mortal Souls blends the rhythms of horror comics and crime comics. And it's going places neither crime nor horror comics have ever been before.



Steven Grant's MORTAL SOULS #1B Wraparound
Retail Price: $3.95 US
Cover: Philip Xavier
Writer: Steven Grant
Artist: Philip Xavier
Readership: Mature Readers
Format: B&W, 32 pages, monthly, 1 of 3


Ennis and McCrea's BIGGER DICKS #2A
Retail Price: $4.95 US
Cover: John McCrea
Writer: Garth Ennis
Artist: John McCrea
Readership: Mature Readers
Format: B&W, 48 pages, monthly, 2 of 4

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The most twisted men in comics, Garth Ennis and John McCrea, have gone off the deep end yet again! The criminal and crazy exploits of Dougie and Ivor are continued here, with all of their psychotic friends along for the ride. This super-engorged monthly series features the original Dicks issues, with completely remastered lettering and artwork, and tons of all-new material. What the world really has been waiting for is right here: all new exploits of Wanker, the Dicks newest friend Trio the whore, a careful look at great Belfastmen in history, as well as a clearly bad idea for a superhero. But wait the new material doesn't stop there, it's just that the rest of it is wrong on so many levels that we can't list it! The flames of Hades are coming for all those involved, but fortunately the pages are already done! Odds are high that while you laugh your butt off to the full-on, over-the-top humor you will be offended. But just to be sure you are, it is also available with a special Guaranteed to Offend cover!


Ennis and McCrea's BIGGER DICKS #2B Guaranteed to Offend
Retail Price: $4.95 US
Cover: John McCrea
Writer: Garth Ennis
Artist: John McCrea
Readership: Mature Readers
Format: B&W, 48 pages, monthly, 2 of 4


You can take an uncensored peek at this cover on the March Adult Releases Page


Warren Ellis' STRANGE KILLINGS #3
Retail Price: $3.50 US
Cover: Mike Wolfer
Writer: Warren Ellis
Artist: Mike Wolfer
Readership: Mature Readers
Format: B&W, 32 pages, monthly, 3 of 3

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Warren Ellis and Mike Wolfer continue the non-stop horrific action with Warren's most ruthless creation yet, William Gravel! Not only has the SAS been brought in to quell one of the worst prison riots on record, but something spooked these hardened veterans in the worst of ways. And then killed them viciously. Sergeant Major William Gravel, the rogue soldier of the SAS's Deniable Operations unit, is now inside an English prison with six hundred dead bodies and the inmate who did it - with magic. William Gravel is a combat magician, the only response the service has left. And he may not be enough. There will be one more strange killing before the night is out.

Warren Ellis' STRANGE KILLINGS #3 Wraparound
Retail Price: $3.95 US
Cover: Mike Wolfer
Writer: Warren Ellis
Artist: Mike Wolfer
Readership: Mature Readers
Format: B&W, 32 pages, monthly, 3 of 3

10th MUSE / DEMONSLAYER Preview
Retail Price: $1.99 US
Cover: Marat Mychaels
Writer: Robert Lugibihl
Artist: Marat Mychaels
Readership: All ages
Format: B&W, 16 pages

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: This Spring, watch out as the first ever Image/Avatar crossover explodes onto the scene! The 10th Muse/Demonslayer crossover features both of the stunning beauties in the fight of their lives against one foe so horrific, even together they may not be able to stop him! With art from the critically acclaimed team on Alan Moore's Glory, Marat Mychaels on pencils and Robert Jones on inks, this series is sure to satisfy every art lover! This special preview reveals the first several pages of the story as well as behind the scenes evolution of the art and project at a ultra-low price that can't be beat!


ALAN MOORE'S GLORY #1 Sean Shaw
Retail Price: $5.95 US
Cover: Sean Shaw
Writer: Alan Moore
Artist: Marat Mychaels
Readership: All Ages
Format: Full color, 32 pages, monthly, 1 of 4

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Sean Shaw provides his beautiful new cover of Glory in a rare peaceful moment. Alan Moore is without question the most critically acclaimed and influential writer working in the industry today. His long-awaited Glory series has been eagerly anticipated for years, and now Avatar is releasing it with an all-star lineup of cover artists! This first issue finds the goddess Glory's worrying mother Demeter wondering how her daughter can ever fit in on Earth with the mortals. But her peaceful, perfect island of Thule is troubled by an unexpected visit from Lilith, queen of the underworld, who threatens to strike at Demeter where she is weakest, her daughter Glory! Limited to just 1500 copies



COVEN: TOOTH & NAIL #1 Bikini
Retail Price: $5.95 US
Cover: Marat Mychaels
Writer: Robert Lugibihl
Artist: Ron Adrian
Readership: All Ages
Format: Full color, 32 pages, one shot

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Marat Mychaels art is red hot with this all-new sexy shot of Spellcaster! The Coven are back in their most action-packed epic yet! The lycanthropic Darkwolf has come seeking vengeance upon his sister Fantom, and Spellcaster is caught in the middle after she is bitten by Darkwolf and infected with his dreaded curse. In a desperate scramble against time, Spellcaster, Fantom and Scratch must fight tooth and nail against Darkwolf and his pack as they make their way across town to the one man who may be able to prevent Spellcaster from being doomed to life as a werewolf! Red hot artist Ron Adrian (Witchblade, Darkchylde) has slaved over these pages to make them the most stunning of his career and with Nimbus Studios vibrant colors, this book is sure to blow you away! This special edition is limited to just 1250 copies.


COVEN: TOOTH & NAIL #1/2 Prism Foil
Retail Price: $12.95 US
Cover: Karl Waller
Writer: Robert Lugibihl
Artist: Ron Adrian
Readership: All Ages
Format: Full color, 16 pages, one shot

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The latest is our super-successful line of Prism Foils! Coven returns with a blast of adrenaline as Spellcaster's peaceful night of surfing and self-reflection is shattered when the were-beast known as Darkwolf bursts upon the scene and rips her world apart. His goal: to find his hated twin sister Fantom and make her life a living hell! Superstar Ron Adrian provides the best looking pages of his life in this all-new issue that leads directly into issue #1. All copies ship bagged and boarded with a certificate of authenticity. This Prism Foil is limited to just 500 copies.



AVENGELYNE/SHI #1 Karl Waller
Retail Price: $5.95 US
Cover: Karl Waller
Writer: Robert Lugibihl
Artist: Karl Waller
Readership: All ages
Format: FC, 32 pages

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Interior artist Karl Waller provides this exclusive new dramatic shot of the luscious ladies! The Earth Angel Avengelyne is drawn into conflict with a renegade sect of samurai warriors who overwhelm her and use her body to capture the spirit of the demon lord Akuma. This horrible fate for Avengelyne appears to Shi in a dream, and then she must use all of her skills to stop this new evil Angel of Death! The story stands alone for readers not familiar with the characters, yet also looks deeply into the core of each woman as they struggle against this horrific force of terror. This special edition is limited to just 1250 copies.


COVEN: DARK SISTER #2 Ron Adrian
Retail Price: $5.95 US
Cover: Ron Adrian
Writer/Artist: Matt Martin
Readership: All ages
Format: FC, 32 pages, 2 of 2

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Superstar Ron Adrian provides this powerful new cover! With one stunningly powerful blast of black magic gone horribly awry, Eden has brought the past back to life, smack in the middle of New York City! As the Coven tried to regroup in order to rescue Fantom, chaos in the streets causes more than a few delays. Like dinosaurs trying to eat Spellcaster! Is Sasha ready for the challenge of facing off against a master of the mystic arts who has a Spellbook just as powerful as hers? This special edition is limited to just 1000 copies

DEMONSLAYER: Future Shock #1/2 Eradicate Edition
Retail Price: $5.95 US
Cover: Marat Mychaels
Writer/Artist: Marat Mychaels
Readership: All Ages
Format: Full color, 16 pages

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Marat Mychaels draws the city in ruins, but Demonslayer is defiant on this new cover. In Demonslayer: Prophecy #1 Jaclyn learned that one of those closest too her was destined to bring about the collapse of civilization. She didn't believe it. This special issue is a flash forward twenty years in the future as the horrific Prophecy has come true. Jaclyn has been betrayed and as a result Hell's demonic armies have invaded Earth. Now the last living Demonslayer must stand as a beacon of hope for all of humanity. This special one shot book gives readers a special advance look at the future of Demonslayer, and it isn't a pretty vision. This special edition is limited to just 1000 copies.



 


Alan Moore's GLORY #1 Royal Blue Edition
Retail Price: $75.00 US
Cover: David Finch
Writer: Alan Moore
Artist: Marat Mychaels
Readership: All Ages
Format: Full color, 32 pages

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Alan Moore's newest masterpiece now has a mega-rare premium for the true fans! This ultra-limited Royal Blue Edition is limited to just 100 copies and every copy ships in a special protective case with a certificate of authenticity.




DARK BLUE HC Lettered Artwork Edition
Retail Price: $95.00 US
Cover: Jacen Burrows
Writer: Warren Ellis
Artwork: Jacen Burrows
Readership: Mature Readers
Format: B&W, 72 pages, square bound

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Now is your chance to get an original piece of art from one of the true rising stars of the industry! This stunningly limited edition features an original piece of art by Jacen Burrows on the inside of each Hardcover. Limited to just 26 copies, one for each letter of the alphabet, all copies shipped bagged with a certificate of authenticity.


ALAN MOORE'S GLORY #0 Karl Waller
Retail Price: $5.95 US
Cover: Karl Waller
Writer: Alan Moore
Artists: Joseph Linsner, Matt Haley +others
Readership: All Ages
Format: Full color, 32 pages, one shot

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Karl Waller is quickly gaining acclaim and this stunning new covers clearly shows why! Alan Moore's long awaited Glory has finally come to Avatar and this amazing #0 issue is one you will not want to miss! This full size, full color book features the highly coveted 10 page introduction to the story by Alan Moore and Brandon Peterson along with an all-star art gallery chronicling the key events that have shaped Glory's life. This stellar line up of talent is not to be believed, featuring Joseph Michael Linsner, Matt Haley, Ron Adrian, Marat Mychaels, Karl Waller and more! This vital prelude to the new Alan Moore Glory series is also the perfect introduction to the world of Glory for new readers. This special edition is limited to just 1500 copies.


 

10th MUSE / DEMONSLAYER PREVIEW Vixens Edition
Retail Price: $5.95 US
Cover: Marat Mychaels
Writer: Robert Lugibihl
Artist: Marat Mychaels
Readership: All Ages
Format: Full color, 16 pages, one shot

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Marat Mychaels unveils this all-new beautiful cover of the two starring femme fatales. The 10th Muse/Demonslayer crossover features both of the stunning beauties in the fight of their lives against one foe so horrific, even together they may not be able to stop him! With art from the critically acclaimed team on Alan Moore's Glory, Marat Mychaels on pencils and Robert Jones on inks, this series is sure to satisfy every art lover! This special preview reveals the first several pages of the story as well as behind the scenes evolution of the art and project at a ultra-low price that can't be beat! This special edition is limited to 1500 copies.

 




COVEN: TOOTH & NAIL #1/2 American Beauty Edition
Retail Price: $5.95 US
Cover: Ron Adrian
Writer: Robert Lugibihl
Artist: Ron Adrian
Readership: All Ages
Format: Full color, 16 pages, one shot

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Spellcaster pledges her allegiance in this stirring new cover that truly shows off her American beauty. Coven returns with a blast of adrenaline as Spellcaster's peaceful night of surfing and self-reflection is shattered when the were-beast known as Darkwolf bursts upon the scene and rips her world apart. His goal: to find his hated twin sister Fantom and make her life a living hell! Superstar Ron Adrian provides the best looking pages of his life in this all-new issue that leads directly into issue #1. Each cover is limited to just 1250 copies.