The ALIENS mythos deepens with billionaire Daniel Grant's expedition to the terrifying Alien homeworld, facing two queens and monstrous threats. Meanwhile, thieves design a cybernetic Alien to steal royal jelly, drawing corporate interest. This collection includes stories from various ALIENS series and explores Newt's tale.
Exploring the metaphor of human sexuality, this book delves into the concept of being 'born again' as a foundational element of Christianity. It seeks to provide a fresh perspective on spiritual reproduction, akin to a 'birds and bees' talk, to deepen understanding of faith and its complexities. By linking sexuality with spiritual rebirth, the author invites readers to reconsider traditional interpretations and embrace a more holistic view of spiritual life.
The Crimson Empire trilogy! After Emperor Palpatine’s death, his elite Royal Guard have been hunted down and killed — except one: Kir Kanos, the Emperor’s most loyal soldier. The man behind the murders is fellow guardsman Carnor Jax, now part of the Imperial ruling council, who wants the throne for himself. Now, Kanos must escape Jax’s grasp and find new allies — and a new identity as bounty hunter Kenix Kil! But Kanos’s quest puts him in the crosshairs of both the remaining Empire forces, and the leaders of the New Republic: Leia Organa, Han Solo and Luke Skywalker!
Im Jahre 1982 wurde die Welt Zeuge der Geburt einer Sensation, als He-Man und die Masters of the Universe erstmals ihre unvergesslichen Abenteuer bestritten. Heute, über 30 Jahre später, steht fest, dass die Serie die Popkultur für immer verändert hat! In diesem Buch präsentieren Mattel und Panini Books Ihnen die erste umfassende Retrospektive des Phänomens He-Man und einen nie dagewesenen Einblick in die jahrzehntelange Geschichte dieses beliebten Franchise, von den Actionfiguren über die TV-Serie und den legendären Kinofilm bis hin zur gefeierten Neuauflage der Comics. Ein Muss für jeden Fan!
From Mike Richardson, creator of The Mask, comes a superhero vision as dark as the night. Twenty-five years ago, a genuine masked crimefighter came out of nowhere to declare war on crime. All of America celebrated the exploits of the black-clad vigilante . . . and then he disappeared. But when down-on-his-luck investigator Jake Stevens is hired to find the long-missing avenger, his inquiries threaten to expose the myth behind the mask. Collects Cloaked #1–#4.
Explore the dark corners of the horror genre with this collection of spooky tales of witchcraft, ghosts, and the risen dead! Originally collected as a hardcover, these stories from the likes of Mike Mignola, Evan Dorkin, Jill Thompson, Gary Gianni, Robert E. Howard and more first appeared in the Dark Horse Book of Monsters, the Dark Horse Book of Witchcraft, the Dark Horse Book of Hauntings, and the Dark Horse Book of the Dead. Now available for the first time in paperback, these haunting shorts have lost none of their spine-tingling genius!
Everyone deserves a second chance! Once hailed as saviors, the heroes of yesterday have been rejected and forgotten by the public, and have hidden out in a secret fortress near the North Pole for decades.But when the Professor--a mysterious scientist who built the fortress--is kidnapped by an evil rival, a young boy rallies the monsters, robots, and caped wonders to once again become the heroes of the Atomic Legion!Author Mike Richardson and artist Bruce Zick tell a tale of heroes reborn that is peppered with nods to the pop-culture icons of, well, ALL of pop-culture! Half the fun of reading this book is spotting the references to your favorite comic-book, movie, and literary characters!
Each new year is marked by a monster's attack on their mountain village. This year, young Jia and her friend Deshi have decided to fight back.For Deshi, it is the grand adventure he has always dreamed of. For Jia, it is revenge for the loss of her mother--who was taken by the monster five years before.But it will take more than mere pluck and courage to best the beast of the mountain, which is where the mysterious stranger who has befriended Jia and Deshi comes in . . .Based on an ancient Chinese legend, Jia and the Nian Monster blends fantasy, fable, and the invention of gunpowder into a tale of courage and friendship. Written by Mike Richardson (47 Ronin, Father's Day, and The Atomic Legion), and illustrated by the amazing new artist Megan Huang, this could be a new children's classic!
ERKUNDET DIE WELT VON GWENT! Ganz gleich, ob man es nun gediegen am Tisch eines prunkvollen Kasinos oder auf der grob gehauenen Theke im verrauchten Hinterzimmer irgendeiner schäbigen Hafenschänke spielt: Eine Partie Gwent ist niemals langweilig! Ein Muss für jeden Fan!
Japan's enduring national legend comes to comics! The tale of the 47 Ronin and their epic mission to avenge their wronged master epitomizes the samurai code of honor, and creators Mike Richardson and Stan Sakai have done justice to their story! Meticulously researched and beautifully illustrated, this collection of the acclaimed miniseries recounts this sweeping saga of honor and violence in all its grandeur. Opening with the tragic incident that sealed the fate of Lord Asano, 47 Ronin follows a dedicated group of Asano's vassals on their years-long path of vengeance! * From Mike Richardson (Star Wars: Crimson Empire) and Stan Sakai (Usagi Yojimbo)! * Tons of bonus art and behind-the-scenes extras! "If you're a fan of the samurai genre then this is a no-brainer... if you've never given it a chance then this is the perfect gateway book to the genre." Comic Bastards "Stan Sakai makes Japan all the more exciting with this comic, and Richardson's narrative builds an epic tale reminiscent of Kurosawa's greatest films." Graphic Policy
"There's only one woman capable of tracking down the world's rarest artifacts: Lara Croft. Armed with her iconic twin pistols, Lara crisscrosses the globe in search of adventure"-- Provided by publisher
Hellboy and his mentor Bruttenholm travel across England and confront the phantom hand of a murderer, a demonic water spirit, and some of the most horrible figures of British folklore--Rawhead Rex and Bloody-Bones. Back in the States, Hellboy rejoins the team from 1952 as a monster with possible ties to an earlier mission ravages a suburban community.
Bethesda Game Studios, the award-winning creators of Fallout® 3 and The Elder Scrolls Skyrim®, welcome you to the world of Fallout® 4 - their most ambitious game ever, and the next generation of open-world gaming. The Art of Fallout 4 is a must-have collectible for fans and an ultimate resource for every Wasteland wanderer. Featuring 368 oversize pages, never-before-seen designs, and concept art from the game's dynamic environments, iconic characters, detailed weapons, and more -- along with commentary from the developers themselves.
YA. Graphic Novel. The reach of the New Republic is expanding, but the days of fighting for the galaxy have not ended. A threat against Princess Leia and Han Solo's family disrupts usual business on Coruscant, and Luke Skywalker's Jedi training on Yavin 4! In another part of the galaxy, a former Imperial Guardsman turned bounty hunter, Kir Kanos, is ready to settle an old score after three years in hiding.
Collects comic books featuring archaeologist Indiana Jones and his adventures around the world
Die Fortsetzung der Kultserie! Kir Kanos plant Rache an den Ratsmitgliedern für ihren Verrat, doch ein geheimnisvoller Gegner geht ihm zuvor und eine mysteriöse Mordserie beginnt. Die Ratsmitglieder ahnen nicht, dass der Feind näher ist, als sie denken.
The name 'Dinky Toys' belongs to the world famous range of toy cars produced by one of the world's most famous toy manufacturers, Meccano Ltd. The factory in Binns Road, Liverpool, made high quality metal construction sets, model railways in 0 and 00 gauges, clockwork boats, chemistry sets and many other educational toys. The toy cars were first produced as lineside effects for the Hornby Trains and were added to the Modelled Miniatures' range of figure sets. By 1934 the vehicles had taken over and the range was renamed to reflect this. Dinky Toys were the most prolific and diversified range of toy vehicles ever made, so much that the name 'Dinky' has been taken into common usage to denote any small toy car much as we often refer to the vacuum cleaner as a 'Hoover'. Dinky Toys have the greatest number of aficionados of any make of toy and are collected throughout the world. In 1981, Mike and Sue Richardson's world-renowned book on the subject of Dinky Toys and Modelled Miniatures was published by N
The new Crimson Empire rises as former Imperial Guardsman Kir Kanos seeks revenge against the Interim Council for betraying Emperor Palpatine, while other forces also aim for the Emperor's throne.
Cherished childhood playthings of yesteryear, vintage toy cars are now highly coveted collectibles. Illustrated with over a hundred colorful photographs, Wheels is a delightful history of toy motor vehicles from the 1890s up to the present. Authors Mike and Sue Richardson, both avid collectors, trace the history of these popular toys from early cast-iron models to state-of-the-art vehicles made from modern materials. The renowned Christie's collection provides wonderful examples of vintage fire trucks, delivery vans, coupes, hot rods, roadsters, and motorcycles manufactured by famous toy makers from around the world, exhibiting the fine craftsmanship and ingenuity of more than a century of toy making. Wheels is a rare treat for anyone who admires vintage toys or spent childhood days happily "driving" toy cars around the neighborhood. Christie's, established over 200 years ago, is among the world's preeminent auction houses for fine art and collectibles. The Christie's collection of automotive toys is recognized internationally.
In all the Empire, there are no more fearsome warriors than the Emperor's Imperial Guard, and none is more loyal than Kir Kanos. But when Carnor Jax - the most formidable of this elite brotherhood - betrays the Emperor and orders the murder of the Guard, Kir must escape to carry out his duty to avenge his master. Devoted to the last, Kir must nonetheless ally himself with Rebel forces to help him attain his retribution in the face of the Empire's full might brought down to destroy him. For Kir Kanos, the last loyal Imperial Guard and the final threat to Jax's rise to power, there are no alternatives - loyalty never dies.
With the human race only just beginning recover from the alien invasion, Daniel Grant embarks on a mission to a world overrun by not one, but two species of warring aliens. This remastered edition has been adapted and revised to align the story with the Aliens movies and novelizations.
