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Adam: Legend of the Blue Marvel #1 (Of 6) $3.99, 32 pgs., FC Creators: Kevin Grevioux/Mat Broome When not even the Mighty Avengers can stand up to the might of a super-villain that’s beset New York City, Iron Man sets out to find the one person that was ever able to stop this so-called Anti-Man -- the hero known as Blue Marvel! Unfortunately, Blue Marvel hasn’t been heard from since 1961 and time is running out. Can Tony Stark get to the bottom of his disappearance before Anti-Man destroys everyone else in his way?
Iron Man: The End $3.99, 48 pgs., FC Creators: David Michelinie & Bob Layton/Bernard Chang & Layton/Layton In the mid-21st century, industrialist and inventor Tony Stark -- having spent a lifetime of fighting off evils of all kinds -- will focus on building the legacy he will leave behind. This world-changing project could become his greatest accomplishment, but only if it can survive corporate espionage and super-villain attacks, which Tony will try to repel in what could be his last fight.
Thor: Man of War $3.99, 48 pgs., FC Creators: Matt Fraction/Clay Mann & Patrick Zircher/Marko Djurdjevic In this one-shot, the Thor: Ages of Thunder team of Fraction & Zircher join Mann for an origin story that spotlights the most epic of the seemingly timeless clashes between the hammer-wielding Thunder God and the all-powerful Odin. In something far more daunting than the average family squabble, Odin will bring the full weight of his wrath upon his rebellious son in a battle that will scorch the heavens -- and amaze fans.
Ultimatum #1 & #2 (Of 5) $3.99 ea., 32 pgs. ea., FC Creators: Jeph Loeb/David Finch A pair of all-star creators come together to begin the biggest event to hit the Ultimate Universe yet in these two can’t-miss issues. As the planet begins to come apart at the seams under the duress of volcanic eruptions, tidal waves and other climatic strife, the Ultimates join the Ultimate versions of the Fantastic Four, the X-Men, Spider-Man and the Hulk to determine what’s happening, why and who it will impact next -- all leading to a defining moment for the entire universe.
Weapon X: First Class #1 (Of 3) $3.99, 48 pgs., FC Creators: Marc Sumerak/Mark Robinson Weapon X -- the now-infamous program that grafted adamantium to Logan’s skeleton at the cost of his memories -- has had a lasting impact on the Marvel Universe. Now, Charles Xavier will venture into Wolverine’s mind to uncover new information about his mysterious past and learn exactly what happened to him during his time with Weapon X. Plus, each issue in the series will feature a 10-page back-up feature focused on a key figure from Wolverine’s past, beginning here with a spotlight on Sabretooth.
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