Rocketed to Earth to escape a dying planet by loving parents he will never know, the last son of Krypton's powers and potential seem limitless -- but what will happen when Superman finds him? Kicking off an all-star run on the Man of Steel from the writing duo of Superman: The Movie director Richard Donner and Infinite Crisis scribe Geoff Johns in partnership with veteran X-Men artist Adam Kubert.

In 1968 at the height of the Vietnam War, 19-year-old US Marines draftee Bill Everette and 19-year-old People's Army of Vietnam recruit Vo Binh Dai set out from opposite corners of the jungle on missions that may end with both of them dead. In the vein of Apocalypse Now and Full Metal Jacket comes a horrifically realistic chronicle of two very personal stories from one of the defining conflicts of 20th century American history, from hot comics newcomer Jason Aaron with artist Cameron Stewart (Seaguy). (For mature readers.)

Acclaimed crime-noir writers David Lapham (Stray Bullets) and Brian Azzarello (100 Bullets, Superman) headline a new eight-part limited series centred on the supernatural Spectre and its eternal mission to punish those it deems guilty.

The all-ages adventures of May 'Mayday' Parker continue in a spectacular relaunched ongoing series from the retro-tastic former Amazing Spider-Man creative team of writer Tom DeFalco and artist Ron Frenz, featuring the return of the original Hobgoblin, the Black Tarantula and much more.

For thousands of years Ares, the God of War, has been the most brutally efficient destructive force in the arsenal of Zeus, father of the Greek gods -- but now he has turned his back on killing to pursue a new life on Earth and the simple mortal goal of raising his son in the suburbs. But when Olympus comes under attack how far will Zeus go to reclaim the services of his greatest warrior, and will Ares' own son prove his undoing? The Greek Pantheon return to the Marvel universe in an action-packed story from writer Michael Avon Oeming (Thor: Blood Oath) and artist Travel Foreman (Doctor Spectrum).

Leo can plan and execute the perfect heist, provided he's convinced the job is safe -- but even the most cautious career criminal can be enticed into taking a risk, such as when an old family friend and a crooked cop approach him with the opportunity to seize millions of dollars in contraband from an evidence transport van. Hit the mean streets with a new ongoing creator-owned series from Harvey Award-winning writer Ed Brubaker (Captain America, Uncanny X-Men, Gotham Central) and artist Sean Phillips (Marvel Zombies, Hellblazer), the team behind the massively acclaimed Sleeper. Each advertisement-free issue will feature a full-length continuing story with a rotating cast of characters, plus backup stories, articles and interviews on classic and contemporary crime fiction, and much more. (For mature readers.)

The acclaimed pairing of writer Ed Brubaker (Uncanny X-Men, Gotham Central, Sleeper) and artist Michael Lark (Gotham Central, The Pulse) kick off a tenure on Daredevil already critically lauded as a classic. For the past few years Matt Murdock's life has teetered on the brink of collapse, with his superhero identity an open topic of tabloid speculation and his standing within the crime-fighting community at an all-time low. Now, behind bars on serious charges in Ryker's Island Prison, reeling from the tragic loss of yet another loved one and with his back firmly against the wall, how far will Matt go to get his old life back -- and outside the prison walls, who is dispensing vigilante justice in Hell's Kitchen wearing the Daredevil costume? Collecting Daredevil #82-7.

As leader of the pro-superhuman registration camp billionaire industrialist, government advisor and superhero Tony Stark powers up the Iron Man armour in preparation for the climactic final battle of Civil War -- but one of the most brilliant minds in the Marvel universe has made a critical error. 'New Avengers Disassembled' concludes and the future of Earth's Mightiest Heroes begins in a key issue illustrated by Jim Cheung (Young Avengers).

Peter Parker is still settling in to his new life as an Avenger, but recent strange medical symptoms lead to a shocking revelation: he is dying, and no investigation by science or magic can explain why. Sensing his moment to strike Morlun returns to finish off the job, and Spider-Man must make a fateful choice: evolve or die. Collecting Amazing Spider-Man #525-8, Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man #1-4 and Marvel Knights Spider-Man #19-22.

Mike Deodato Jr joins former Amazing Spider-Man collaborator J Michael Straczynski as the new regular artist of Squadron Supreme.

Still searching for a way to reverse the monstrous transformation afflicting his best friend Ben Grimm, Reed Richards accidentally punctures a hole in reality and opens a gateway to the gritty parallel world of J Michael Straczynski's Supreme Power. Superstar scribe Brian Michael Bendis (Ultimate Spider-Man, New Avengers, Powers) pens the first act of the biggest Ultimate event yet, with art from Greg Land (Ultimate Fantastic Four, Phoenix: Endsong).

A tough-as-nails mutant soldier travels from an apocalyptic future to shake things up for the present-day X-Men in the long-awaited debut of Ultimate Cable. Meanwhile, go behind the closed doors of Emma Frost's rival mutant academy in a backup story penned by Eisner-winning writer Sean McKeever (Spider-Man Loves Mary Jane).

He's the best there is at what he does, but for most of his life Logan has been on the run from a past he can't remember -- until now. The secret origin of one of Marvel's most popular characters is finally revealed in one of the most eagerly anticipated series ever, now available in a deluxe bookshelf-ready hardcover edition.

One of the most severe blizzards in living memory sweeps in off the Hudson to cripple communication and transport in New York City -- but the bitter cold and blinding snow is only the beginning, as below deck on a drifting cargo ship lurks an ancient intangible horror that within two days will consume the city. (For mature readers.)

The long-awaited second Hawaiian Dick mini from rising star writer B Clay Moore (Battle Hymn, Leading Man) and Australian artist Steven Griffin sees expatriate American detective Byrd caught between warring criminal gangs across an idyllic Hawaiian bay -- but is there an otherworldly element to the conflict?

In the extra-sized debut of new series writer Timothy Truman barbarian warrior Conan and the beautiful Jiara travel west to the desolate hills of Zamora, where hidden treachery awaits.

In a commercialist future legitimate business and the black market compete for economic dominance in the City, overseen by the rival Yakuza and Porno Swede crime families. When her parents are murdered rebellious 16-year-old convenience store clerkette Pella Suzuki finds herself caught up in the conflict, pursued by hitmen from both sides, in the hit limited series from writer Brian Wood (DMZ, Demo) and artist Kristian Donaldson (Forsaken).

The 1986 Transformers animated feature film remains a benchmark for fans of the enduring robot war franchise, and in a special 20th anniversary event veteran Transformers writer Bob Budiansky joins contemporary fan-favourite artist Don Figueroa for a four-part adaptation featuring deleted scenes and extra story material.

In a post-apocalyptic world overrun by ravenous flesh-eating zombies, a squad of robots must protect at all costs a baby that is the last hope for the survival and resurrection of the human race. High concepts don't get any more pure than Zombies vs Robots, a two-part tale from IDW head Chris Ryall (Land of the Dead, Clive Barker's Great and Secret Show) and superstar artist Ashley Wood (Metal Gear Solid, Hellspawn).

During the Prohibition era gangsters and organised crime grew rich on the vices of America, but a secret coalition of three demon families has moved on to trading in an even more lucrative commodity: human souls. An extra-sized debut issue of a new ongoing series from writer Cullen Bunn and artist Brian Hurtt (Queen and Country, Hard Time). (For mature readers.)

Doc Horror is convinced there are sinister forces working unseen in the shadows to bring about the downfall of humanity, but ostracised by society he is forced to live by night and unite with other outcasts to fight the coming darkness and save the world. The first of three hardcover editions reprinting the classic Nocturnals series in a new oversized format to showcase the fully painted art of Dan Brereton, plus new story material leading into 2007's new series. Collecting the six-issue miniseries 'Black Planet', the 'Witching Hour' story from Dark Horse Presents, and an all-new story 'Clean Hands' chronicling Doc Horror's first meeting with the Raccoon.

The first six issues of EC's seminal pulp science fiction title are restored in a deluxe hardcover collection featuring long-lost work from legendary comics creators including William Gaines, Wally Wood, Harvey Kurtzman, Joe Orlando and more, plus an introduction by George Lucas.

Solitary, methodical, brutally efficient and unconcerned with morality or regrets, the killer waits patiently for his next target -- but the longer he waits, the more he ruminates on what his life has become. A ten-part series from top European talent in the tradition of The Professional. (For mature readers.)

Reprinting the original full-colour Star Trek comics from the late 1960s, originally published by Gold Key Comics, across three volumes collecting issues #1-8 (volume one), #9-16 (volume two) and #17-24 (volume three).

Beginning the final storyline of one of the longest-running and most acclaimed independent series ever.

One of the world's most popular wargaming franchises comes to comics in a new monthly series from prolific writer Dan Abnett (Warhammer 40K novels, Legion, Annihilation: Nova) and artist Greg Boychuk (Exalted). The Black Templars, battle-hardened heavily armoured space marines, are humanity's last and best line of defence against ravenous hordes of invading Necrons.

Kira, the newest member of the NPA intelligence bureau, has a secret identity: he's Light, and he's nearly succeeded in his goal of creating the perfect world. But he's grown complacent, enough so that an attack close to home takes him completely by surprise. When his sister is kidnapped and her ransom demanded in the form of the NPA Death Note, Light travels across the world to face off against two new enemies.

Three brand new stories direct from the imagination of the brilliant Kaori Yuki!: In this issue of Godchild, a clue to the past of the Cain family is found in a grotesque gift; one of Cain's closest friends is targeted by the daughter of a mortician; and a woman from Riff's past may be thinking of murder... The only way to find out what happens is to grab yourself a copy of Godchild Volume 3!

When MY-HiME was released by Bandai Entertainment in the US this March, the title sold 3,000 copies in its first month of print. Now, the manga that inspired this fan-favourite anime is finally hitting our shores! In this Volume, we meet Yuuichi Tate, who is excited and happy about the prospect of starting at new school Fuuka Academy... but then he finds out that the school is under frequent attack by creatures known as the Orphens. In retaliation, the school sets up an all-female task force. These girls, known as HiMEs, use elements as power to help battle the invading Orphens. MY-HiME is set to become one of the biggest titles of 2006 - reserve your copy now!

Despite sacrificing time with his boyfriend in order to study hard for his upcoming exams, Wataru finds himself with a C average on his summer preparation test. So when Yuichi's cool, meddling college classmate Asaka volunteers as a tutor, Wataru eagerly accepts. But because of Asaka's cool demeanour, so similar to Yuichi's, Wataru becomes unknowingly vulnerable to the advances he's making towards him. Furious, Yuichi tells his boyfriend to "get him off your mind!". In the final installment of the Only the Ring Finger Knows novels, The Ring Finger Falls Silent, find out if the young lovers can surpass this obstacle, or if their relationship is doomed to fail!

After a two year wait, the final volume of Korea's #1 selling manhwa is here! Windtale has been invaded by Death itself. As fallen priest Ivan struggles with his own demons, the citizens of the corrupt town are being haunted by an evil townsman named Mr. Dudley. Who will be the latest victim in his crusade against humanity? Will it be kind-hearted Nera, guardian of the Windtale gypsies? With an online RPG on the way and a major motion picture currently in development, the closing of this popular series is one that absolutely should not be missed!